A bus belonging to Link Bus Company Ltd was destroyed by fire on the Kasese–Fort Portal Highway on Tuesday evening.
The incident occurred at Burunga, about 10 kilometers from Fort Portal City.
According to eyewitnesses, all passengers on board were safely evacuated, and no injuries have been reported.
Officials are urging the public to remain calm while the cause of the fire is being investigated.
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As 2025 comes to an end, many people are thinking about how to improve their finances in the coming year. Experts say that to become successful and wealthy in 2026, you need to let go of habits and mindsets that hold you back.
1. Stop Wasting Time
Time is one of the most valuable resources. Spending hours on social media, idle chatting, or unproductive activities will not help you grow your wealth. Focus on tasks that bring results, like learning new skills or building your business.
2. Leave Bad Debt Behind
Carrying unnecessary debt can limit your financial growth. Make a plan to pay off loans or credit card balances that are draining your money. Avoid borrowing for things that are not essential.
3. Avoid Negative Thinking
Believing that success is impossible or that wealth is only for others can block opportunities. Replace doubt with a positive mindset and confidence in your ability to earn and invest wisely.
4. Quit Comparing Yourself to Others
Constantly comparing your progress to friends or colleagues can create stress and poor decisions. Focus on your personal goals and financial journey instead.
5. Stop Impulsive Spending
Spending money without planning can ruin your savings and investments. Create a budget, track your expenses, and prioritize investments that grow your wealth over instant gratification.
6. Leave Toxic Relationships
Some people drain your energy and discourage your growth. Surround yourself with supportive and motivated individuals who inspire you to achieve your goals.
By leaving these habits behind, you set yourself up for a more productive and prosperous 2026. Wealth is not just about money—it’s also about mindset, discipline, and smart choices.
Mitooma District is mourning the death of Bamuheire Tedora, sister of retired Major General Kahinda Otafiire. She passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Gen. Otafiire announced the news on Wednesday through his X account, writing, “It is with deep sorrow that I announce the passing of my sister, Bamuheire Tedora, which occurred on Tuesday, 30th December 2025.”
A vigil is being held on Wednesday, December 31, at the family’s ancestral home in Kashenshero, Ruhinda, Mitooma District.
The Requiem Mass is scheduled to take place at Bubangizi Senior Secondary School playground, with burial to follow at Kashenshero.
The family has confirmed that the funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
The family has requested prayers and support during this difficult time.
Gen. Otafiire is a well-known Ugandan politician and former military officer. He has served as a Member of Parliament and held several ministerial roles, including Minister of Internal Affairs and Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. He is also a veteran of the bush war that brought President Yoweri Museveni to power in 1986.
A family in Terati is mourning the death of 35 year old Cleophas Oisso, whose life ended after days of tension at home linked to a dispute over dowry.
Cleophas was found dead after reportedly facing growing pressure from his wife to pay her dowry formally. Family members say the couple had lived peacefully for about eight years before problems began.
Relatives explained that the situation changed after Cleophas’s wife started attending a church in their village. According to people close to the family, she was advised by her pastor that their marriage was not recognised because dowry had not been paid.
The woman allegedly told her husband that the pastor said their union was sinful and not blessed by God unless the dowry issue was settled immediately. This advice, family members say, caused stress and frequent arguments at home.
Cleophas’s brother, Venchalivin Silayo, confirmed that religious pressure played a role in the conflict. He said his brother became overwhelmed and struggled to cope with the demands placed on him.
Silayo urged married couples to be careful about the teachings they follow from religious leaders. He said not every message given by a pastor should be followed without thinking, especially when it affects family peace.
He also said Cleophas could have sought guidance from elders or parents when the pressure became too much. According to him, family elders often help calm tense situations and offer practical solutions.
A family friend later revealed that Cleophas’s widow admitted to pushing her husband to pay the dowry. She reportedly said she had moved to another church where she was told that a home without dowry payment could not receive God’s blessings.
The woman believed that once the dowry was paid, peace and blessings would come to their marriage. Sadly, the pressure and stress appeared to deeply affect Cleophas.
Following the incident, family members and community leaders have called on religious leaders to be careful with the advice they give to couples. They urged pastors to understand individual family situations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
A night of drinking ended in tragedy in Kisoro District after a violent family quarrel claimed the life of a 37 year old man.
The incident took place on December 28, 2025, in Mpundu Cell, Chahafi Town Council. Police say two brothers became involved in a serious fight that later turned fatal.
The deceased was identified as Michael Mujanamana. His elder brother, Pascal Dusabe, aged 40, was later arrested and charged with murder.
According to police, the brothers had earlier been drinking local alcohol at Chuhumba Trading Centre. During the drinking session, they disagreed and began fighting. People at the trading centre stepped in and stopped the fight before it escalated.
After the separation, Mujanamana left the area, telling others he was heading home. Police say he instead went to their family residence and waited for his brother.
When Dusabe reached home later that night, another fight broke out between the two. The struggle lasted for some time as their brother, Ronald Rukundo, tried to calm the situation and separate them.
During the fight, the two men lost balance and fell into a deep valley near the home. Mujanamana reportedly struck his head on a rock during the fall and died on the spot.
Police officers were alerted and quickly arrived at the scene. Investigators examined the area, recorded evidence, and documented the incident.
Kigezi Region Police spokesperson ASP Elly Maate confirmed the arrest of Dusabe and said investigations into the matter are still ongoing.
Winnie Byanyima, the Executive Director of UNAIDS, shared a personal message about her son, Anselm Besigye, and the criticism he faces from conservative Ugandans.
Anselm Besigye, 26, is a second-year PhD candidate and lecturer at Columbia University in New York. He previously earned a master’s degree from the University of Chicago and graduated from Harvard University with distinction in Anthropology. He is the son of Winnie Byanyima and opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye.
Byanyima said she sometimes wished her son embraced more of her Ugandan background, including cutting his hair and dressing in a way considered normal by conservative Ugandans. She said Anselm’s academic achievements made her proud and that she admired his courage.
She also said that love involves letting go and trusting that children will grow in their own way and time.
Anselm has often been criticised on social media for his appearance, including long dreadlocks, jewellery, and gender-fluid clothing. Some critics question his sexuality and upbringing.
In response to a social media comment suggesting she should force him to cut his hair, Byanyima said she would not do so.
Anselm spent much of his childhood outside Uganda after his parents moved abroad when he was three years old, following political challenges linked to his father. He occasionally shares photos of his personal life online, including pictures with his girlfriend Liz.
The Electoral Commission (EC) has said it is fully prepared for the 2026 General Elections and has entered the final stage of organising the voting process.
EC Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama made the announcement on Tuesday, December 31, 2025, while addressing journalists at the Commission’s headquarters. He said all major activities on the election roadmap have been completed.
According to Justice Byabakama, the Commission has successfully carried out voter register updates, displayed the national voters’ register, nominated candidates, and overseen campaign activities. He described the country as being in the final stage of the 2025 to 2026 election journey.
He thanked the government, Parliament, political parties, the media, civil society groups, religious and cultural leaders, security agencies, and Electoral Commission staff for their support throughout the process.
Justice Byabakama said government funding and Parliament’s approval of election laws and budgets made it possible for the Commission to complete its work on time.
He also revealed that election officials have been recruited and trained at national, district, and polling station levels to ensure the elections are conducted professionally and transparently.
The EC is continuing to accredit both local and international election observers, which he said shows the Commission’s commitment to transparency and accountability.
Most complaints that arose during the nomination period have already been handled according to the law, he added.
Justice Byabakama reminded voters that the Biometric Voter Verification Kit will be compulsory on polling day. He said the machines will help prevent voter fraud and ensure that only registered voters are allowed to vote. He noted that the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs has signed a legal instrument making the use of the machines mandatory.
He warned the public against sharing voters’ names, photos, or personal information on social media and other online platforms. He said any concerns about the voters’ register should be reported directly to the Electoral Commission, adding that spreading unverified information is misleading and violates privacy laws.
The Commission confirmed that ballot papers and declaration of results forms for the presidential, directly elected Member of Parliament, and district woman Member of Parliament elections have already arrived in the country. The delivery was witnessed by representatives from political parties, candidates, the media, and election observers.
Justice Byabakama said the packing of election materials is ongoing, while the distribution of ballot boxes, solar lamps, and other equipment to districts has already begun.
He also warned the public about an unauthorised website, www.registry.ugtally.com, which is being promoted as a platform for checking voter details. He said the website is not linked to the Electoral Commission and should not be trusted.
Ugandans were advised not to visit the site or submit personal information, as it may provide false information and pose security risks. The EC said voters should only use its official website, www.ec.or.ug/register, to check voter registration details and polling stations.
The Commission has written to the Uganda Communications Commission to guide on action against the unauthorised platform.
Justice Byabakama further announced that all presidential candidates will receive hard copies of the photo-bearing National Voters’ Register. The register contains details of 21.6 million registered voters across 50,739 polling stations nationwide.
He explained that the register will help candidates monitor the voting process and ensure that only eligible voters cast ballots at the correct polling stations.
He also clarified that any voter whose name and photograph appear on the register will be allowed to vote even if they do not have a national identity card.
A local community got plunged into chaos after a prominent charismatic pastor was nabbed with a married woman in the name of deliverance.
The pastor reportedly fled the scene after the angry mob of stormed his church premises to destory his properties.
According to witnesses and disgruntled residents, the pastor operated a predatory scheme under the guise of spiritual “deliverance” sessions.
Investigations by community leaders suggest that the cleric would lured victims both married women and single ladies into private sessions, claiming that physical intimacy was a necessary ritual for their spiritual breakthrough or protection.
The bubble bursted when the husband of one of the victims caught the pastor in a compromising position with his wife.
The discovery sparked immediate outrage as the aggrieved husband mobilized a group of local youths and community members to storm the church premises.
In a video that has surfaced online, the main altar, viewed by many as a site of betrayal, was completely demolished.
Dozens of plastic chairs were smashed, and expensive PA systems and speakers were hauled out and wrecked.
Several other church assets were reportedly vandalized as the crowd expressed their fury over the alleged desecration of the marriage institution.
According to reports making the rounds on social media, a young woman identified as Abigail Agbubla, aged 28, is said to have committed a heartbreaking act involving her two children.
Sources claim that ongoing hardship in her marriage, especially the lack of financial support from her husband for daily feeding, pushed her to poison her twin babies to death.
As reported, her neighbours became suspicious after noticing unusual movements and later discovered that the children were no longer alive.
It was said that she was intercepted while trying to secretly get rid of their bodies, which led to her being apprehended.
This painful incident has left many people in shock and in a complete state of sorrow.
Stomach cancer is a serious and often deadly disease, especially when detected late. While genetics and infections play a role, daily diet strongly influences stomach health. Certain foods irritate the stomach lining and increase cancer risk over time. Reducing or avoiding them can help protect your life.
1. Processed meats
Sausages, bacon, hot dogs, and smoked meats contain preservatives like nitrates and nitrites. These chemicals can damage stomach cells and form cancer-causing compounds when eaten regularly.
2. Excessively salty foods
Foods preserved with a lot of salt, such as salted fish, pickles, and dried meats, harm the stomach lining. High salt intake also makes it easier for harmful bacteria to damage stomach tissue.
3. Smoked and charred foods
Smoked fish, roasted meat, and burnt foods contain harmful substances formed during high-temperature cooking. These toxins irritate the stomach and may trigger abnormal cell growth.
4. Ultra-processed foods
Packaged snacks, instant noodles, and sugary baked goods are low in nutrients but high in unhealthy fats and additives. Regular consumption weakens the body’s natural defense system and increases cancer risk.
5. Excess alcohol
Heavy alcohol intake inflames the stomach lining and reduces its ability to heal. Over time, this constant irritation may lead to ulcers and cancerous changes.
6. Very hot foods and drinks
Consuming food or tea while extremely hot can injure the stomach and digestive tissues. Repeated damage may increase the risk of abnormal cell changes.
How to protect your stomach
Choose fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Eat foods rich in antioxidants, such as leafy greens and berries. Reduce salt, avoid smoking, limit alcohol, and drink warm—not hot—beverages.
Stomach cancer can be prevented. Your daily food choices matter. Eating wisely today can help you live longer and healthier tomorrow.