Cattle Theft Crisis in Nakaseke | Uganda News

Uganda News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 5, 2026 · 1m

Cattle theft is spiraling out of control in Nakaseke District, Uganda, threatening the livelihoods of farmers who invested in livestock through the government’s Parish Development Model. With over 20 cows stolen in just three days, victims are turning to desperate measures — even setting fire to suspected thief vehicles — as police fail to respond or offer meaningful help. Rumors of armed thieves and troubling claims that some perpetrators are the children of livestock owners have added layers of fear and betrayal. Local leaders and the police commander are calling for urgent community-police…