Here’s a rundown of all the news you need to start your Friday March 28, 2025 , including the Ugandan Army Chief admitting ‘Mistakes’ in Kawempe—But who will face justice? A Ugandan general dies in prison after 11 years behind bars, Bobi Wine’s woes, Rebel MPs to sideline Mpuuga ahead of the 2026 showdown, and South Sudan’s Riek Machar being arrested.
TOP STORIES
- Mbarara Hospital Overwhelmed by Rising Monkeypox Cases
Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital has raised concerns over the increasing cases of Monkeypox, warning that patients are being mismanaged due to inadequate resources. The government has only provided gauze and iodine for treatment, while the hospital’s isolation unit is already full, forcing new patients to be admitted in tents.
- Kagoma County Residents Reject MP’s Hand Hoes, Demand Meaningful Support
Residents of Kagoma County, Jinja District, have rejected hand hoes distributed by their MP, Moses Walyomu Muwanika, calling for more meaningful support than basic farming tools. Frustrated by what they see as neglect, they vow to move forward without his assistance, demanding better leadership and development.
- South Africa Discovers HIV Cure
South African researchers have announced a groundbreaking development in the search for an HIV cure, with a clinical trial at the University of KwaZulu-Natal revealing unprecedented results. In the study, 20% of participants who paused antiretroviral therapy (ART) remained virally suppressed for 18 months without daily medication—a rare achievement that signals potential progress toward long-term HIV remission.
- Mike Mukula Blames KCCA’s Incompetency as Kampala is Submerged by Floods
Heavy rains pounded Kampala on the morning of March 26, triggering severe flooding that claimed lives, destroyed property, and paralyzed parts of the city. Areas like Lugogo, Nakawa Industrial Area, and surrounding zones were submerged, reigniting criticism of urban planning failures and wetland encroachment.
NEWS IN BRIEF
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Auditor General slashes Umeme buyout cost from Shs700b to Shs432b.
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Uganda Faces Shortage of 2,000 Accountants—Expert.
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Government Explains Current Power Outages.
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Bamasaaba Cultural Institution Calls for an End to Gender-Based Violence.
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Famous Kampala Pastor Collapses During Church Service.
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Tensions in South Sudan: US calls for VP Machar’s release.
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Museveni orders arrests in 640-Acre Kiboga land dispute, restores evicted residents.
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U.S. Embassy Reduces Staff in South Sudan, Demands Machar’s Release.
- UN judge from Uganda is convicted in the UK of forcing a woman into slavery
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Trump announces 25% tariffs on foreign-built vehicles.
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MoH announces 24/2 initiative to encourage a quick response to malaria by patients and health workers.
SPORT
- Government to Construct Shs29bn AFCON Training Ground at Makerere University
National Council of Sports and Makerere University have signed a memorandum of understanding to build a world-class training facility at the University. Makerere University Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe signed on behalf of the University at the event that was graced by State Minister of Sports Peter Ogwang.
- Capradossi Wins More Ugandan Hearts with Commanding Show
The Italian-born defender put on a near-flawless display as he captained Uganda Cranes to a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Guinea at Namboole on Tuesday night, further endearing himself to the Ugandan faithful.
- Ivory Coast Withdraws as Host of 2025 U-20 AFCON
Ivory Coast has pulled out of hosting the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, leaving the Confederation of African Football (CAF) scrambling to find a new host with just a month to go before the tournament kicks off.
