National – On April 2, 2025, at approximately 10:00 a.m., Nagalama police received information about a human trafficking operation involving AIM GLOBAL ALLIANCE, a networking company in the Naggalama division.
The company allegedly lured victims with job promises, demanding a 150,000 shilling (approximately $40 USD) “training fee” upfront.
Victims reported that after their phones were confiscated, recruiters contacted their friends and relatives, demanding a 1,500,000 shilling (approximately $400 USD) payment for products.
Victims were promised future earnings of at least 1,000,000 shillings (approximately $270 USD) based on recruitment numbers and sales.
A police operation across several Kalagi areas resulted in the rescue of 51 individuals. The victims were found in overcrowded conditions:
Kakola village:14 victims (11 females, 3 males) sleeping in a single room, Kalagi village:20 victims (10 males, 10 females) sleeping in a single room, Bbosa village:14 victims (8 females, 6 males) sleeping in a single room.
Kasule Zephaniah and Nantima Evelyn, alleged recruiters, were arrested and are currently detained at Nagalama police station. The investigation is ongoing.
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