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By Tyson Atwijukire

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Bushenyi——–

Residents of Buhimba cell, Kitwe ward in Kyabugimbi town council Bushenyi district were on Monday night shocked after one of their own chopped his wife and her relative.

John Nuwamanya a resident of the same area used a knife and panga to injury his wife Atukwase Carolidina and another woman identified as Stella aged 25 before he took off.

Benard Turyamureba, the chairperson of the area told our reporter that he was sleeping and at around 12 am, two of his residents came looking for him to come and see what had happened only to find Carolidina and Stella lying in a pool of blood at their home.

The chairman added that the two were rushed to the nearest clinic but nurse couldn’t manage their condition thus referred them to Kampala International Teaching University (KIU) for further management

He attributed the incident to misunderstandings between John Nuwamanya and his wife Ms. Atukwaste Carolidina

By press time, police were yet to release a statement concerning the incident.

By Ambrose Kweronda

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In Kabale—-

The diocese of Kigezi yesterday ordained 7 reverend deacons and 21 were elevated to priesthood.

The service was presided over by Rt. Rev. Gaddie Akanjuna, Bishop of the Diocese of Kigezi at St Peter’s cathedral Rugarama in northern division of Kabale municipality.

The priests are Rev Frank Twikirize, Rev Dickson Otin Tukamushaba, Rev. Junior Tugumisirize, Rev. Stephenson Anyorekyire, Rev. Deborah Tukamushaba, Rev. Warren Akatwijuka, Rev. Timothy Niwamanya among others.

In his Sermon the Archdeacon of St. Barnabas Nkoma Archdeaconry in the Diocese of East Ruwenzori Rev. Can. Erasto Nemeyimana, emphasized the vital role priests play in spreading the word of God. He urged the ordained ministers to harness the power entrusted to them to preach the Gospel with conviction and passion.

He reminded the clergy of their sacred responsibility to serve as messengers of God’s love, hope, and redemption.

Speaking during the same service, the Rubanda District Woman Member of Parliament Prossy Akampurira Begumisa Mbabazi emphasized the importance of balancing spiritual growth with economic development challenging newly ordained priests to not only spread the Gospel but also to preach the Gospel of Work.

She encouraged the priests to join forces with the government in promoting a culture of hard work and household development stressing that economic empowerment is crucial for the well-being of individuals, families, and communities.

She passionately encouraged parents to take their responsibility seriously in ensuring their children attend school, emphasizing that education is the key to success.

She further noted that education is the foundation upon which individuals can build their dreams, acquire skills, and develop into productive citizens. She urged parents to prioritize their children’s education, recognizing that it is the most effective way to break the cycle of poverty and secure a prosperous future.

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By Isaac Mumbere

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In Kasese—-

Police in Rwenzori East (Kasese district) have declined to grant permission to FDC members to carry out their planned peaceful demonstration over the district leaders’ alleged failure to rehabilitate the multipurpose building located in Nyamwamba Division of Kasese Municipality.

The FDC members had planned to walk to the district headquarters due to alleged failure by the district leadership to safeguard the multipurpose hall from vandalism and subsequently resorting to hiring a private hotel to accommodate council sittings hence leading to misuse of taxpayers’ money.

The opposition members also argued that the district leadership had failed to end issues of corruption reported in the District Service Commission.

Addressing the press last evening at Virina Gardens in Kasese town, SP Luke Mbusa, the Rwenzori East Regional Community Liaisons Officer stressed that they wouldn’t allow any person to demonstrate because their request has not been cleared by the Inspector General of Police.

SP Mbusa thus directed all the Divisional Commanders of Hima, Katwe, Bwera and Kasese to arrest whoever would be involved in such an unlawful demonstration and slap charges on them accordingly.

However, Mr. Ronald Bwambale Kabuku, the Kasese District FDC Chairperson had earlier told the press that after holding an online meeting of the party members, they resolved to temporarily halt the demonstration.

According to Mr. Kabuku, one of the reasons why they halted the demonstration was the write up which was sent to them by the Clerk to Council of the District indicating that the following council sitting wouldn’t be held from a hotel.

Last Friday, the Kasese Chief Administrative Officer, Mr. Elias Byamungu told our reporter that he would also not authorize any further payments of money to the hotel owner, arguing that the district has many public places that are solely owned by the Government of Uganda.

He, on the other hand, revealed that they had budgeted for the renovation works of the multipurpose building in their running budget.

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By Aggrey Twesigye

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In Mbarara—-

Mbarara police are investigating the death of a nursing officer from Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, whose body was recovered from river Rwizi yesterday.

The deceased, identified as Judith Kyarisiima, a wife to Justus Nkwasibwe, the head teacher of Bugashe One Primary School in Nyakayojo, Mbarara City South Division, went missing from her marital home on September 2, 2024.

Her body was discovered along the shores of River Rwizi and was transferred to Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital mortuary for a postmortem.

Rwizi Regional Police spokesperson Samson Kasasira confirmed that the 50-year-old Kyarisiima was found dead at 9:00 a.m. near Lugazi, along the banks of River Rwizi.

Kasasira added that investigations are ongoing to determine whether her death was a result of murder or suicide, with samples collected from the body and individuals she was with before her death.

Kasasira also revealed that four individuals, including Kyarisiima’s husband, are under investigation as key suspects in her disappearance and death.

Harrison Kagule, the Public Relations Officer for Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, stated that there had been no previous reports of gender-based violence from the couple.

By Isaac Mumbere

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In Kasese—

The Rwenzori East Police have issued a warning to residents living near River Nyamwamba to seek for temporary shelter with friends and relatives in safer areas.

SP Nelson Tumushime the regional police spokesperson emphasized the urgency of relocating to higher ground until the river’s turbulent waters subside.

This warning comes after River Nyamwamba burst its banks earlier today, claiming the lives of at least two people in Kizungu, Nyamwamba Division, Kasese Municipality. One of the deceased, Teopista Masika, was a resident of Kyalhumba. The Police Fire and Rescue Services are working tirelessly to rescue those still trapped in Kiwa Heritage.

Lt. Joe Walusimbi, Resident District Commissioner for Kasese, echoed the call for residents to prioritize their safety by temporarily relocating to higher altitudes. He expressed his condolences to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the disaster.

The authorities’ warnings and rescue efforts aim to mitigate the impact of the river’s overflow, which has already caused devastating consequences. Residents are advised to take immediate action to ensure their safety and well-being. The situation is being closely monitored, and further updates will be provided as necessary.

In the meantime, the community is urged to remain vigilant and take precautions to avoid further casualties. The tragic loss of life serves as a stark reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety during natural disasters.

By Isaac Mumbere

By Wilber Muhwezi Kasibante

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In Bushenyi–

Uganda’s deputy head of mission to the European union and Benelux countries in Brussels Amb. Franklin Katungwe has urged voters in Bushenyi to vote leaders with ideas but not because of their monies.

Amb. Katungwe said this today 31^st August 2024 while speaking to graduands, parents and the community during a second graduation ceremony of Makerere institute of commerce and vocational studies.

He noted that Bushenyi which used to have five ministers now has non-elected minister because they voted money.

He added that he met the president and asked him why none of the MPs in Bushenyi is a minister and he answered that all the MPs from Bushenyi are below level of a minister.

Amb. Katungwe appealed to voters in Bushenyi and Uganda at large not to vote for MPs and other leaders who have money but vote for quality leaders with ideas.

According to the director of the institute Evans Boroora, 127 graduated today with certificates and diplomas.

He added that the institute started with 4 students but now has over 200 students and will soon celebrate 10 years of existence.

He noted that the courses offered are examined by UBTEB and other examining bodies therefore he called parents to bring students for quality education.

The chief guest Francis Mwebesa who was represented by Dr. Joshua Mutambi assured parents that skills development is top on government’s agenda therefore they should enroll their children in schools like Makerere Institute of Commerce and Vocational studies.

Amb. Katungwe contributed one million shillings and bought a goat which he donated to the RDC Robert Atuhairwe.

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By Wilber Muhwezi Kasibante

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In Kampala/Bushenyi–

The director general of Uganda civil aviation Authority Mr. Fred Bamwesigye has called upon Aviation operators to ensure that customers are safe as they fly in the region.

Mr. Bamwesigye said this on 26^th August 2024 while opening a workshop on a capacity building on annex 6 – on regulations on consumer protection for Eastern African region.

He noted that players in the aviation industry of East Africa should ensure that their customers are safe while flying on their planes.

He added that it’s a duty of civil aviation authorities to make sure that their customers are protected from any unscrupulous agents who want to steal and con from them while on their planes in East Africa.

He went ahead to say it’s a duty of the aviation authorities to put in place safety measures that protect passengers from any accidents while flying across East Africa.

The workshop which was on annex 6 in Kampala was aimed at creating capacity for east Africa authorities to be able to handle aviation professionally, timely and technologically updated.

Mr. Bamwesigye advised the aviation players in east Africa to have marketing skills and PR so that people are able to enjoy services of the aviation wholeheartedly.

Uganda Civil Aviation Authority is highly ranked in Africa and beyond with many planes and routes by Uganda airlines that was revamped by the president of Uganda His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni recently.

Passengers of Uganda airlines have of recent recommended that its safe and secure to travel with Uganda airlines under the stewardship of Uganda Civil Aviation Authority director general Fred Bamwesigye and Ms. Jenipher Bamuturaki.