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Recent security coverage and related updates from across Uganda Online.
Technology 8 April 2026
IT specialists in Uganda warn that online fraudsters are deploying advanced tricks on social platforms. They share practical steps to help users stay secure and avoid falling victim. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/online-security-essential-steps-to-outsmart-social-media-fraudsters-5417202
news 7 April 2026
UNICEF has condemned recent violent attacks on schools in Ggaba, Kampala, and Apac district, where four toddlers were killed and seven students injured, urging swift measures to protect children. The organization is offering psychosocial support and partnering with authorities to bolster child protection in educational settings. Source: https://observer.ug/news/unicef-demands-urgent-action-after-kampala-apac-school-attacks
news 7 April 2026
Uganda's CID Director AIGP Tom Magambo has called for societal value reforms starting from children and institutional changes to address rapidly evolving crime trends. He highlighted a 10.2% crime drop in 2025 while pushing for further reductions and better police infrastructure. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/cid-boss-calls-for-reforms-to-tackle-crime-5415756
security 5 April 2026
Ugandan joint security teams recovered two guns in the Karamoja region on Easter Sunday. They also seized nine heads of cattle from a suspect linked to the incident. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/security-recovers-two-guns-in-karamoja-on-easter-sunday-5414184
crime 3 April 2026
A man posing as a parent killed four toddlers at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Program School in Makindye, Kampala, exposing critical lapses in school security measures. The incident underscores the necessity for strict adherence to government guidelines amid ongoing concerns over child safety in educational facilities. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/editorial/we-need-to-pay-heed-to-school-security-guidelines-5412482
security 3 April 2026
Suspected ADF rebels killed at least 43 civilians in a brutal attack on Bafwakao village in Ituri Province's Mambasa Territory, eastern DRC, destroying homes and vehicles. The incident has drawn criticism of the military's delayed response amid a surge in rebel violence. Source: https://observer.ug/news/adf-rebels-kill-43-civilians-in-drc
Politics 3 April 2026
Uganda's Ministry of Internal Affairs, led by Gen. Kahinda Otafiire, has requested Shs46 billion to enhance staffing at border points amid ongoing security challenges. The plea came during a presentation to Parliament's Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs on March 31, 2026. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/index.php/news/4379/internal-affairs-ministry-seeks-shs46-billion-staffing-borders
news 3 April 2026
A knife attack at a Ggaba daycare centre by 39-year-old Christopher Okello Onyup killed four toddlers, reigniting concerns over child safety in Uganda amid a global surge in school violence. Experts highlight patterns from rebel assaults in Africa to frequent US shootings, urging stronger security measures. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/uganda-shaken-by-attack-as-global-school-violence-persists--5412032
news 2 April 2026
Suspected ADF rebels killed at least 43 civilians in Bafwakao village, Ituri Province, eastern DR Congo, burning 44 houses, a dump truck, and five motorcycles during a nighttime assault. FARDC has condemned the attack and intensified operations, amid criticism from locals over delayed response. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/adf-rebels-kill-43-in-dr-congo-village-attack-5411956
Politics 1 April 2026
Uganda's Ministry of Internal Affairs, led by Gen. Kahinda Otafiire, has requested Shs46 billion to increase personnel at border points amid staffing shortages. The plea was made during a presentation to Parliament's Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs on March 31, 2026. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4379/internal-affairs-ministry-seeks-shs46-billion-staffing-borders
world 31 March 2026
Iran's attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz have triggered a global fuel crisis, but the US under President Trump has not used military force to secure the vital oil route. Experts point to Iran's geographic edge with cheap drones and vessels, plus high risks and diversion from core war goals as key barriers. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/world/strait-of-hormuz-why-hasn-t-trump-used-force-to-secure-it--5409616
crime 31 March 2026
Moses Anguyo, the fugitive prison warder accused of killing four people at Kiboga Prisons, was arrested in Aru town, DRC, through a joint Ugandan-Congolese operation and extradited to Uganda. He now faces murder charges after a Shs 10 million bounty aided his capture. Source: https://observer.ug/news/fugitive-kiboga-prison-warder-arrested-in-drc-faces-murder-charges
crime 31 March 2026
Uganda recorded an average of 25 deaths per day in 2025 from murders and road crashes, with 4,328 homicides and 5,383 traffic fatalities, according to the CID annual crime report. While overall crime dropped by 10.2 percent, road deaths rose slightly amid fewer total crashes. Source: https://observer.ug/news/crime-report-25-ugandans-die-daily-in-murders-road-crashes
security 27 March 2026
Suspected attackers armed with pangas and arrows injured three residents and burned multiple homes in Apaa Township amid heavy rain, prompting a security investigation in the disputed border area. Local leaders blame criminal gangs exploiting land tensions, as fear grips the community. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/arrow-panga-wielding-attackers-injure-three-burn-homes-in-apaa-5405068
Politics 25 March 2026
Diplomatic friction between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo has intensified after the DRC accused Rwandan agents of trying to enter First Lady Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi's hotel room in Washington, D.C., during her U.S. visit. Rwanda rejected the claims, calling them a distortion of a minor hallway encounter amid ongoing rebel conflicts in eastern DRC. Source: https://observer.ug/news/tensions-rise-between-rwanda-and-drc-over-hotel-security-incident-in-us
crime 23 March 2026
Uganda Police have arrested 78 suspected criminals linked to a surge in robberies along the Kampala Northern Bypass, where road repairs have caused heavy traffic jams. The operations target gangs exploiting the Namungoona-Bwaise section, with recovered items including multiple smartphones. Source: https://observer.ug/news/northern-bypass-robberies-78-suspected-thugs-arrested
Politics 22 March 2026
Uganda's Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and Police Force have flagged issues with the Forensic and Scientific Analytical Services Bill, 2025, citing risks of institutional overlaps and delays in criminal justice. They argue it duplicates existing laws and undermines specialized agency functions. Source: https://observer.ug/news/dpp-police-raise-concerns-over-proposed-forensic-law
crime 22 March 2026
Armed gangs on boda bodas and on foot are targeting motorists and pedestrians in traffic jams along the Kampala-Masaka highway, especially in the Busega-Kyengera area. Police have arrested four suspects and recovered stolen phones after a businesswoman reported her bag snatched. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kampala-masaka-highway-robberies-return-5399468
world 18 March 2026
The United States is evaluating military reinforcements in the Middle East as the conflict with Iran potentially enters a new phase. Options under consideration include securing the Strait of Hormuz and other strategic measures. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/world/us-weighs-military-reinforcements-as-iran-war-enters-possible-new-phase-5396014
crime 16 March 2026
Authorities in Arua City arrested 31-year-old Rose Ederu after discovering over 100 kilograms of marijuana in her possession, intended for transport to Kampala via bus. The interception followed a tip-off at a bus terminal, highlighting ongoing drug trafficking issues in the region. Source: https://observer.ug/news/woman-arrested-with-over-100kgs-of-marijuana-in-arua
crime 16 March 2026
Authorities in eastern Uganda have detained five young men from Soroti District suspected of trying to rob a motorcyclist on the Soroti-Moroto Road. The arrests came swiftly after the victim escaped and alerted police, who recovered weapons from the scene. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/five-arrested-over-suspected-road-robberies-along-soroti-moroto-road-5393002
news 16 March 2026
Uganda Police, alongside cattle owners and leaders in Kiruhura and Kazo, have agreed to create a database of habitual livestock thieves and boost patrols to combat surging thefts fueled by urban beef demand. Additional steps include stricter movement permits and crackdowns on illegal meat sales. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/security-to-develop-database-of-habitual-livestock-thieves-5392470
news 14 March 2026
Crime rates in Uganda, including burglaries, motorcycle thefts, and street robberies, double during the rainy season compared to dry months due to poor visibility, noise cover, and reduced patrols. Security experts recommend CCTV and alarms to counter the surge. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/insight/surge-in-crime-explained-it-never-rains-but-it-pours-5390588
Politics 13 March 2026
Uganda's military rejects allegations in a UN human rights report accusing the UPDF of bombing civilians in South Sudan alongside government forces. The UPDF highlights its disciplined peacekeeping history and vital role in averting regional catastrophe. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/commentary/un-south-sudan-report-the-blackmail-propaganda-therein-5390514
Politics 13 March 2026
Uganda's Public Accounts Committee has criticized police for allegedly demanding Shs200,000 from citizens for canine services during investigations, despite claims the service is free. This comes as Deputy IGP James Ochaya reported a 10.3% drop in crime cases from 218,725 in 2024 to 196,155 in 2025. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4295/pac-faults-police-over-charges-canine-services
Business 13 March 2026
Women are proving their competence in private security roles across Uganda, from bodyguarding to risk assessment, yet face ongoing structural challenges. Greater support and inclusion can boost the industry's capacity amid rising demand. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/commentary/women-like-men-are-more-than-able-to-thrive-in-private-security-support-them-5389764
Politics 12 March 2026
Nine Ugandan police officers assigned to protect opposition leader Bobi Wine have been charged with disobedience and neglect of duty for failing to account for his disappearance from home after the elections. The Police Disciplinary Unit recommends their dismissal, though the police spokesperson claims no knowledge of the matter. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/bobi-wine-s-bodyguards-face-dismissal-from-police-5389470
national 17 February 2026
The Uganda People’s Defence Force has trained 45 Somali National Army soldiers in organic support weapons over a month, aiming to enhance their fight against Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle. Officials praised the graduates' discipline and urged them to share skills for stronger regional security. Source: https://www.howwe.ug/news/national/42477/updf-trains-45-somali-soldiers-to-strengthen-security-in-lower-shabelle