KAMPALA, UGANDA – The Annual Crime Report 2025 has revealed a significant downward trend in criminal activities across the country, with reported cases dropping by 10.2 percent from 218,715 in 2024 to 196,405 in 2025.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The findings were unveiled by the Inspector General of Police, Abas Byakagaba, at the Police Headquarters in Naguru during the launch of the report.
The event was attended by senior police officers, government officials, and justice sector stakeholders. It highlighted how the force’s focus on intelligence-led operations and improved community policing contributed to better security.
IGP Byakagaba noted that the country recorded 196,405 cases in 2025, a notable drop from 218,715 cases in 2024, marking a 10.2 percent decrease in overall crime.
Economic and corruption crimes fell to 11,548 from 13,132, while cases of obtaining by false pretense dropped to 8,455. Child-related offenses reduced by 14.3 percent to 8,064 cases.
He attributed the reduction to improved command structures, proactive intelligence, and the dedication of officers. He added that 115,301 cases were submitted to the Director of Public Prosecutions, with 79,291 successfully taken to court.
“This reduction results from improved command structures, proactive intelligence, and officer dedication. In 2025, 115,301 cases were submitted to the DPP, and the criminal justice chain is strengthening, with 79,291 cases successfully taken to court,” IGP Byakagaba stated.
The report highlighted the judiciary’s effectiveness, with 24,899 convictions resulting in 31,732 individuals sentenced. This marks a significant blow against impunity by ensuring suspects are held accountable rather than merely arrested.
Traffic offenses saw a striking improvement in road safety, dropping sharply by 24.4 percent in 2025, with police registering 322,441 cases compared to 426,432 the previous year.
Similarly, road crashes dropped to 26,044 incidents, reflecting improved driver compliance and police visibility, even as fatal crashes remain a concern.
The report also noted specific successes in combating financial crime. Economic and corruption crimes declined to 11,548 cases from 13,132 in 2024, while cases of obtaining by false pretense reduced significantly to 8,455, reflecting progress in tackling fraud.
Child-related offenses dropped by 14.3 percent to 8,064 cases, though the Inspector General emphasized that protecting children remains a top priority and that Uganda cannot relent until every child is safe.
Building on a 4.1 percent decrease in 2024, the Uganda Police Force accelerated its crime-fighting efforts with a 10.2 percent reduction in 2025, demonstrating a sustained capacity to curb crime.
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