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By the Torch Reporter Mukono– The burial committee for the late Pamela Tumwebaze, the Dean of Students at Uganda Christian University (UCU), has released the official programme leading to her final send-off following her tragic murder earlier this week. The late Pamella Tumwebaze Tumwebaze, who was serving at the university’s main campus in Mukono, was reportedly killed at her home …

The scene of crime officers on the scene. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Detectives at Nateete Police Division were left stunned by the chilling details of a confession from Allan Ssempala, the prime suspect in the brutal double murder at Dave Hotel and Suites. Investigators say Ssempala calmly narrated how a chain of events, marked by desperation, rejection, and …

Kampala- The Uganda Prisons Service has announced a series of appointments, transfers, and leave assignments affecting 36 officers across the country. Commissioner General of Prisons , Dr. Johnson Byabashaija. (Courtesy photo) In a press statement issued by the Commissioner General of Prisons, Dr. Johnson Byabashaija, and signed by the Service spokesperson, Frank Baine Mayanja, 18 officers have been appointed to …

Kawempe Muslim Ladies Tipped as Blueprint for Uganda’s Modern Women’s Game Ahead of Second Round Last updated Feb 13, 2026 By Walter Mugume  As the second round of the Finance Trust Women Super League approaches, respected voices within Uganda’s women’s football circles are pointing to one club as a benchmark for the modern game — Kawempe Muslim Ladies. From across …

MBARARA – The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) on Friday accorded a 13-gun salute to Major General Francis Takiriwa as he was laid to rest at his ancestral home in Rutooma, Kashari County, Mbarara District. Some of the Generals laying their wreath (Courtesy photo) The solemn ceremony drew senior military officers, political leaders, clergy, family members and residents, all paying …

Kampala,Uganda– The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has held a high-level meeting with the Netherlands Embassy and the International Development Law Organization (IDLO) to explore opportunities for enhanced collaboration aimed at strengthening prosecutorial services and the broader justice system. Officials from Netherlands Embassy with DPP and the staff The meeting provided a platform for the three institutions …

Kitgum, Uganda- The High Court in Kitgum has commenced a specialized criminal session dedicated to the adjudication of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) cases, in a renewed effort to deliver timely justice to victims in northern Uganda. Wooden Gavel The session, which officially opened on February 10, is handling cases arising from Kitgum and Lamwo districts. It is being presided …

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations (SPA/SO), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has appointed Brigadier General Jackson Pande Kajuba the new commander of the UPDF Armoured Division in Masaka. Brigadier General Jackson Pande Kajuba (Courtesy photo) He replaces Major General Deus Sande (RIP) who passed away on Wednesday after suffering severe breathing complications. According to …

Students at the prayers Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Christian University (UCU) is mourning the tragic death of Pamela Ruth Tumwebaze, the university’s head of student affairs, who was killed at her home in Gwafu West, Goma Division, Mukono District. Her passing has sent shockwaves through the university community, leaving students, staff, and administrators grappling with grief and …

Kampala- The Supreme Court has nullified a 2014 Constitutional Court decision that had halted further criminal proceedings against former Principal Accountant in the Office of the Prime Minister, Geoffrey Kazinda, ruling that the earlier judgment was issued without the constitutionally required quorum. Geoffrey Kazinda (courtesy photo) In a unanimous decision delivered by Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo, alongside six other justices, …