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Empire in the Sky: How Africa’s Digital Future Is Being Colonised Again

Empire in the Sky: How Africa’s Digital Future Is Being Colonised Again

It begins with a promise. A satellite dish on a tin roof. A blinking terminal in the middle of rural Kisii. Suddenly, a boy can watch a YouTube video without buffering.A teacher downloads a lesson plan in seconds. A clinic sends health records to the capital without delay. It feels like th

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Kenya Law Society, Civil Society Condemn Communications Authority’s Ban on Gen Z Protest Media Coverage

Kenya Law Society, Civil Society Condemn Communications Authority’s Ban on Gen Z Protest Media Coverage

The Law Society of Kenya and leading human rights organisations have slammed the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) over a directive banning live coverage of the Gen Z-led protests marking the first anniversary of the deadly June 25, 2024 demonstrations.The ban has drawn sharp criticis

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ULS Petitions Human Rights Commission Over Continued Military Trials of Civilians

ULS Petitions Human Rights Commission Over Continued Military Trials of Civilians

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has petitioned the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) over the government’s continued defiance of a Supreme Court order halting the trial of civilians in military courts.In a letter dated June 23, ULS President Isaac Ssemakadde accused state agencies of vi

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Arab Silence and Selective Outrage Reveal a Crisis of Moral Credibility

Arab Silence and Selective Outrage Reveal a Crisis of Moral Credibility

In a region convulsed by war and foreign intervention, one might expect a chorus of unified outrage over the continued bloodshed in Gaza.Yet when Iran launched missiles at a US military base in Qatar in what it called a retaliation for American strikes on its nuclear facil

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Shartis Musherure Withdraws from Mawogola North Race

Shartis Musherure Withdraws from Mawogola North Race

Shartis Musherure Kutesa, has announced a decision to pull out of the parliamentary contestant for Mawogola North Constituency.Shartis, a daughter to former Foreign Affairs Minister, Sam Kutesa had recently been nominated to vie for the ruling NRM party flag but in a Sunday statement said

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Uganda Prisons Denies Torture of Besigye—Truth or Political Cover-Up?

Uganda Prisons Denies Torture of Besigye—Truth or Political Cover-Up?

The Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) has dismissed reports alleging mistreatment of opposition figure Dr. Kizza Besigye at Luzira Upper Maximum Security Prison. UPS called the allegations politically motivated and lacking factual basis.Family 

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10 clear signs you are ready for marriage

10 clear signs you are ready for marriage

10 clear signs you are ready for marriageMarriage isn’t just about finding the right partner — it’s also about being the right person. Long before you walk down the aisle or update your surname, there’s an internal journey that needs to take place

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Muhoozi Draws the Line: 'Hands Off Mpuuga

Muhoozi Draws the Line: 'Hands Off Mpuuga

First Son and Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has declared his unwavering support for embattled legislator Mathias Mpuuga, warning against any attempts to undermine him.Speaking during a public engagement, Muhoozi made

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Understanding employment agreements: Contract of service vs contract for service

Understanding employment agreements: Contract of service vs contract for service

When it comes to employment and business relationships, understanding the distinction between a Contract of Service and a Contract for Service is crucial.These terms, though seemingly similar, have significant implications on the nature of work, legal rig

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Why Musician Grenade Was Arrested In China

Why Musician Grenade Was Arrested In China

Reports of Grenade's arrest in China emerged online on Saturday night.Joram Mukisa, his manager, has opened up about the reasons for his arrest, revealing it's because he performed in China while on a tourist visa.Mukisa explained that he accompani

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