Luzira Prison Archives

Canadian National Remanded Over Alleged $1.5 Million Gold Scam

Rex Dee2 weeks ago03 mins

A Kampala court has remanded a 64-year-old Canadian national to Luzira Prison. The Chief Magistrate’s Court accuses him of obtaining $1.5 million through false pretences. That figure translates to roughly Shs5.56 billion at current exchange rates. The charges also include illegal mineral dealing under Ugandan law. Michel Faille, a consultant residing at Mestil Hotel in…

TikToker Luwilight Released from Luzira Prison

Rex Dee6 months ago12 mins

Yesterday evening, TikToker Luwilight—real name Nansubuga Aisha—was released from Luzira Prison. She was charged with hate speech and disinformation and was placed on detention for a number of weeks. After singer Bebe Cool made a public statement, the situation gained notice. The lawsuit was allegedly triggered by Luwilight’s content. While in custody, Luwilight changed attorneys….