Makerere University is under fire following the release of a viral video by Pastor Martin Ssempa exposing what he describes as “shameful” living conditions in several student hostels. The footage, which has triggered widespread public backlash, shows visibly
A viral video showing Ugandan Lands Minister Hon. Sam Mayanja raising his voice and ordering a top-ranking Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) General to vacate disputed land has ignited a heated public debate over the balance of power between civilian minis
The latest push for peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has received a boost with endorsements from the United Nations peacekeeping mission MONUSCO and the Government of Rwanda, following the July 19 signing of a Declaration of Principles in Doha between Kinshasa and the M23-led Congo
Former Masaka Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Hudu Hussein has broken his silence following a defeat in the NRM party primaries for the Northern Division parliamentary seat in Mbale City, describing the exercise as a “defilement of democracy” and vowing to formally petition the outcome.
President Museveni has sounded a stern warning to what he described as “self-seekers” accused of polluting the recently concluded National Resistance Movement (NRM) party primaries.In a strongly-worded message directed at fellow NRM members and the Bazzukulu (grandchildren), the P
The second National ICT Summit concluded today at the National ICT Innovation Hub in Nakawa, wrapping up a successful two-day gathering focused on scaling Uganda’s digital economy through innovation and inclusion.Convened by the ICT Association of Uganda (ICTAU), with support from R
The convoy of Balaam Barugahara, the State Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, was involved in an accident on Thursday, July 17.The convoy of Balaam Barugahara, the State Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, was involved in an accident on Thurs
Diplomat Christopher Rugari’s marriage to Joline Kanoheri has been making headlines due to its tumultuous end.The couple’s divorce proceedings have been complicated by the tragic death of their son, Nganwa Rugari, with Kanoheri facing accusations of m
There is a Ugandan virologist – a retired professor – who once told me a memorable story that captures a core part of the absurdity of the system that Bwana Yoweri Museveni has cultivated and presided over since coming to power. I will not
Mubarak Munyagwa has come out swinging just days after unveiling the Common Man’s Party, accusing some opposition figures of being too comfortable in their positions and resistant to new players.Speaking during an
