Author: Katama Coprian
Uganda – Authorities in Busoga North Region have launched a thorough investigation into a suspected food poisoning incident that claimed the life of a 10-year-old pupil and left eight others hospitalized in Luuka District. Preliminary reports indicate that the incident occurred between November 14 and 15, 2025, at Telik Junior School. A Primary Two pupil allegedly shared food brought from home with classmates, after which several children began suffering from severe vomiting and diarrhoea. Teachers quickly rushed the affected pupils to Kiyunga Health Centre IV for emergency medical attention. One of the pupils, Namugogo Sharifah, aged 10, tragically passed away…
Kyampisi, Uganda – A week-long search for a Senior Two student of Naalya Secondary School in Lugazi, Buikwe District, ended in tragedy after her body was discovered in a swamp in Mukono District. Authorities are treating the case as suspected murder. The 15-year-old student, identified as Merisa Aneza, went missing on November 4 after leaving her mother’s home in Makerere Kikoni, Kampala, to return to school. Her mother, Sarah Kamuganga, reported her disappearance to Kikoni B Police Station on November 6, prompting an intensive search across Kampala and Mukono. Ms. Kamuganga explained that her daughter had just completed a one-week…
Victoria University has shifted its focus toward the next decade of development, bringing together its leadership, staff, and invited partners at Speke Resort Munyonyo for an event that balanced reflection with new ambition. During the gathering, the university unveiled its refreshed strategic roadmap for the coming years—a plan outlining how it aims to enhance its academic model, enlarge its physical presence, and strengthen its contribution within Uganda’s higher education sector. The ceremony also included the installation of the university’s first tribunal, though the main emphasis remained on the institution’s long-term vision and the priorities that will guide its progress. The…
Police in Kampala Metropolitan East and North are investigating two unsettling occurrences that have sparked concern among residents: the disappearance of a 12-year-old girl and the recovery of a decomposed body in Kyampisi Subcounty. Authorities have appealed for calm as investigations progress. The missing child, identified as Aneza Merisa, was reported to Wandegeya Police Station on November 6, 2025, by her mother, Kamuganga Sarah. Officers say circumstances surrounding her disappearance remain unclear, and a search operation is underway to locate her. In a separate development, villagers in Namulaba, Kyampisi Subcounty, discovered a badly decomposed body on November 10, 2025, lying…
While Africa’s billionaire ranks are often dominated by leaders from Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt, Uganda boasts a standout figure in Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia. Born to an Indian-Ugandan family, his life story embodies resilience, determination, and the pursuit of opportunity, reflecting the broader promise of the African dream. A Journey of Determination Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia is the founder and chairman of the Ruparelia Group, one of East Africa’s largest private business conglomerates. Regarded as Uganda’s wealthiest individual, his journey to success is rooted in a family legacy marked by migration, adversity, and perseverance. Today, his business interests span banking, real…
Kampala – In a major vote of confidence for private sector–driven diplomacy, renowned Ugandan businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has been recognised as the country’s top Honorary Consul General for his outstanding efforts in deepening Uganda–Nepal relations. The recognition, announced by Public Opinions, follows an extensive three-month nationwide survey that highlighted his role in boosting trade, tourism, and cultural partnerships. Ruparelia was appointed in February 2020 by Nepal’s President Bidhya Devi Bhandari and later presented his credentials to then–Foreign Affairs Minister Hon. Sam Kutesa in March of the same year. Since establishing the Nepalese consulate at Crane Chambers in Kampala, he…
A deeply troubling incident has emerged from Uganda’s education landscape. A senior two (“S.2”) student at a secondary school reportedly took his own life after being plagued by a series of disturbing dreams, raising urgent questions about mental‑health support in schools. According to the initial accounts, the teenager had told close friends and family that his dreams were haunting him; he seemed restless, less talkative and more withdrawn than usual. One evening he left home in anguish, saying he could no longer bear the “visions,” and was found dead the next morning. Police have opened an investigation into the death.…
Construction of the Paradise Island Resort on Lake Victoria has reached its final stretch, with 95% of the structural work already completed. Just a 20-minute speedboat ride from Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, the island getaway is poised to become a prime destination for honeymooners, leisure travelers, and guests seeking a quiet retreat. Launched on May 1, 2021, the project aims to boost both domestic and international tourism by offering visitors a blend of serenity, luxury, and island charm. The development began with 22 units, with an additional 16 cottages added during the second phase of expansion. The project is…
Have you ever had a gut feeling that someone can’t get you off their mind? Sometimes, it’s more than just intuition—there are subtle signs that can reveal when someone is constantly thinking about you. While these signs aren’t foolproof, they often indicate a deeper emotional connection or curiosity. 1. You randomly think about them It may sound strange, but if you suddenly find yourself thinking about someone out of the blue—especially someone you haven’t spoken to in a while—it could be a sign that they’re thinking about you. Some people call this a spiritual or emotional connection, like your energies…
In one of the strangest and most chilling tales to emerge from rural Uganda, a 38-year-old man claims he has woken up at his own funeral not once, not twice, but six different times — leaving his community convinced he might be a ghost. The man, identified as Peter K., says his bizarre ordeal began three years ago when he suddenly collapsed during a family gathering and was pronounced dead by a local health worker. “They put me in a coffin, and I woke up when I heard people crying,” Peter recalls. “At first, everyone screamed and ran away. They…
