We wish to inform all Ugandans and visitors in the country that the end of year and New Year celebrations, which were spread out in more than 5200 venues including 2616 fireworks displays were largely peaceful and joyful across the country All venues enjoyed good music, parties celebrations, with dazzling fireworks displays in the country. […]
Continue ReadingOn New Year Eve, we expect major displays of fireworks at selected venues. The displays include; a string of firecrackers, close proximity and special events fireworks. Only contractors licensed under Explosive Act, shall display fireworks following standard fireworks displays. These include M/S Sky Flames {U] Ltd, M/S Quality Lighting [U} Ltd, M/S Extremes Events {U} […]
Continue ReadingWe would like to inform the public that the Christmas festival was peaceful, apart from the attack by suspected ADF rebels in Kamwenge, where 3 people were burnt and killed on the 26.12.2023. the violent attackers are taking advantage of the vast Kibaale National Park, as their criminal hub, where they sneak from and terrorise […]
Continue ReadingI would like on behalf of the Uganda Police Force, to wish all Ugandans and visitors in the country, best wishes of joy, peace, good health, and prosperity, during Christmas and the New Year, 2024. For many families, this season is a time for fun, love, care, togetherness, and celebration. But for some, it can […]
Continue ReadingAs observed across the country, our Joint Security Personnel, both armed and unarmed, are already patrolling mapped out areas, to ensure peace, safety and security, for Ugandans and visitors, as we approach Christmas Day. The increased visibility and other road policing measures, of snap checks, stop and search operations, are only a small part of […]
Continue ReadingThe UPF has warned bar owners across the country, and tasked them to come up with safeguards, following multiple incidents of violence, including stabbings, brawls and hospitalizations, from drunk fights, assaults and fights for women. For instance, on the 13.12.2023, at around 1am, at Apex bar Lyantonde, a one CPL Amanya Kenneth alias Rwamulago, attached […]
Continue ReadingThe UPF continues to encourage the public to be more vigilant than ever at spotting potential scams, trying to defraud or steal from unsuspecting members of the public. Every year scammers change their techniques and methods, when targeting your money and personal information. Therefore, during this festive season, its important to conduct due diligence, to […]
Continue ReadingAs you are all aware, the Directorate of CID continues to investigate circumstances under which several victims were defrauded to a tune of Ugx 5 billion, by Capital Chicken Limited. The victims were offered profits as returns, through an online investment contract, at an attractive interest rate of 40 – 60%. The company is being […]
Continue ReadingThe Joint Anti-terrorism Task Force continues to carry out operations against suspected ADF terror cells within the country. On the 5.12.2023, the Joint Territorial Team in Kiira Region and Kiira Central Division, arrested, a one Nyanzi Levi David Mwenze at around 4:45am, after getting reports of his suspicious behavior of taking pictures, of Embassy restaurant […]
Continue ReadingThe department of women affairs in Partnership with UN Women yesterday Marked the end of the 16Days of Activism Against GBV . This was on a one-day workshop conducted at Hilton Garden Inn under the theme “Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women and Men.” UN Women Representative, Ms Evelyn Letiya urged the officers to cite […]
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