The Embassy of Japan in Uganda has announced the opening of applications for the 2026 Monbukagakusho (MEXT) scholarships for Ugandan students who want to study in Japan.The scholarships are offered by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology and target non-J
Manchester United could sign two players from Roma this summer following an encouraging update, while INEOS have brought forward plans to hire their next permanent head coach.Man Utd look set to make a host of new signings ready for next season, with two central midfielders on their wanted
Parliament today approved and passed the 84.3 trillion shilling budget for the 2026/27 financial year, aimed at consolidating the NRM government’s achievements and promoting innovation. This comes at a time when national debt has risen, though it remains sustainable. However, the minority repor
A former Parish Chief of Muyagu Parish, Butaleja District has been remanded on allegations of forging a Diploma Certificate to secure a Parish Chief Job.Mulogo Juma was arraigned before the Butaleja Magistrate’s Court, today, Friday, April 24, 2026 on charges of Forgery and Uttering a Fa
Today, the student fraternity at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) went to the polls to elect their next Guild President in a closely contested race that drew significant attention across campus.The election featured two candidates, Twinomugisha Conrad, popularly known as
Museveni says Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s nickname “Muogi” came from former president Gen Tito Okello’s way of pronouncing his name.President Yoweri Museveni has revealed how Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba got the nickname “Muogi.”Museveni said the name ca
The State has lined up Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu, brother to National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, as a key witness in the unlawful drilling case against 21 NUP supporters.NUP spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro is jointly charged alongside 20 others, including Edwa
In a dramatic political climbdown that has set tongues wagging across the country, Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among has moved swiftly to kill off talk of a 2031 presidential bid, declaring she will instead retire from active politics—sparking speculation of fear, survival instinct, and l
Fuel prices in Uganda are reaching record highs, with motorists in Moroto, Karamoja reporting pump prices as steep as Shs 20,000 per litre. The spike has triggered long queues at stations in Mbarara, while some outlets in Kampala are running dry. The situation is even bleaker in upcountry regions
Today’s economic hardship is real, with many Ugandans, especially teachers, feeling the pinch. The burden of debt is palpable, and it is affecting the quality of education. With salaries stretched thin, borrowing has become a survival tool. But the cycle of repayment pressure is taking a toll.
