Author: Katama Coprian
Kitgum, Uganda – Tension gripped residents of Kitgum District on Monday evening after a man was brutally killed by an irate mob over allegations of stealing a solar panel. The victim, whose identity has not yet been officially released, was reportedly caught red-handed attempting to remove a solar panel from a home in Pudik Village, Labongo Amida Sub-county. According to eyewitnesses, local residents quickly gathered and confronted the suspected thief before administering mob justice. Despite pleas from some community members to hand the man over to authorities, the enraged crowd beat him severely, resulting in his death at the scene.…
In Kenya, a heartbreaking story has left many in shock after a married woman named Paulina lost her life in a guest house while with another man. Paulina, a mother of three, had secretly left her home late in the night, leaving her husband and children behind. What was supposed to be a hidden meeting ended in tragedy that has now shaken two families. Her husband, who works as an okada rider, returned home that night to find his children alone, hungry, and waiting for their mother. Confused and worried, he tried calling Paulina, but her phone had already been…
Tensions are high in Maziba sub-county after angry parents set fire to the home of Monday Expedito, a teacher at Maziba Mixed Primary School, on Tuesday. The parents blame him for strange incidents at the school, which they believe involve evil spirits attacking students. The school was closed by district officials last week due to repeated cases of students falling ill in unusual ways. Parents report that children suffer severe headaches, act strangely, vomit, bang their heads against walls, and some even shout Monday’s name. These symptoms only occur at school and stop when students return home. Frustrated by the…
Police in Mityana District have opened investigations into the death of a woman believed to have succumbed to carbon monoxide poisoning while cooking inside her residence. The woman, a resident of Mityana, was reportedly discovered unconscious after spending time preparing food on a charcoal stove in a room with limited ventilation. Attempts to revive her were unsuccessful. Preliminary findings suggest that she may have inhaled excessive amounts of carbon monoxide, a highly poisonous gas released when fuels such as charcoal and firewood burn in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. According to reports, concerned residents found the victim unresponsive and immediately…
Veteran BBS Terefayina journalist and parliamentary correspondent Joseph Sseruwooza passed away in the early hours of Friday following a heart attack that was initially believed to be a stomach ulcer condition, according to information shared by a close friend and colleague. Reports indicate that Sseruwooza began experiencing severe chest pain on Thursday morning. Thinking it was related to ulcers, he contacted fellow journalist Rafat Musoke and requested him to take over his duties on the station’s morning program. Musoke later revealed that Sseruwooza’s condition steadily worsened throughout the day. Shortly after the program ended, he received a call from Sseruwooza’s…
We’ve all seen it, haven’t we? That friend who emerges from a devastating breakup looking absolutely radiant, healthier, and more confident than ever before. Or perhaps you’ve even experienced it yourself – that surprising surge of vitality after what felt like the end of the world. It’s the infamous “heartbreak glow-up,” and it’s definitely not just a myth. While the initial pain of a broken heart can feel utterly crushing, the aftermath often triggers a powerful, sometimes unexpected, period of self-improvement and transformation. It’s a fascinating blend of psychological shifts, physiological recovery, and deliberate changes in behaviour. So, if you’ve…
By Frank Kamuntu The death of Rajiv Ruparelia on May 3, 2025, left a profound sense of loss across Uganda’s business community and among the many people whose lives he positively influenced through his generosity and community involvement. Although many knew him as the son of prominent businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and a leader within one of Uganda’s largest business groups, his true legacy reaches far beyond corporate achievements and commercial success. Rajiv’s life serves as a powerful reminder that genuine success is measured not only by financial accomplishments but also by the difference one makes in the lives of…
Prominent businessman and Honorary Consul of Nepal to Uganda, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, has been honored with the 2025–2026 Responsible Investment Global Award, earning recognition as Uganda’s Property Development Champion for his contribution to the growth and transformation of the country’s real estate industry. The accolade, presented by Public Opinions, acknowledges Dr. Ruparelia’s longstanding impact on property development, business expansion, and what organizers describe as responsible and sustainable investment practices within Uganda’s rapidly evolving urban economy. As one of Uganda’s most influential investors, Dr. Ruparelia has built a diversified business portfolio spanning real estate, hospitality, education, banking, manufacturing, and other sectors.…
Gen Kainerugaba indicated on Tuesday afternoon that Lukwago’s detention under his control was coming to an end.Former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago is set to be handed over to police, according to the latest posts by Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba on X. Gen Kainerugaba indicated on Tuesday afternoon that Lukwago’s detention under his control was coming to an end. “Today, I will release this IDIOT to police. I have run out of diapers. Never test me again!” he wrote alongside a photo appearing to show Lukwago.In a subsequent post, the CDF suggested that his wife, Charlotte Kainerugaba,…
According to local media, the suspect, who lives in Sare Gillah village, Toumana District, with his wife and children, often jokingly called the victim “wife”. A married man has r3ped a 12-year-old girl he usually calls his ‘wife.’ The Gambia Police Force has now launched a manhunt for the man identified as Mamadou Salieu Dambale. According to local media, the suspect, who lives in Sare Gillah village, Toumana District, with his wife and children, often jokingly called the victim “wife”. It was gathered that the girl was returning from her mother’s groundnut farm last week when she came across Mamadou,…
