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Turning oil into opportunity: Stanbic Bank’s role in Uganda’s first oil journey

Turning oil into opportunity: Stanbic Bank’s role in Uganda’s first oil journey

As Uganda approaches the long-anticipated milestone of first oil, it does so at a moment of contradiction in the global energy narrative.On one hand, the world is accelerating towards a low-carbon future, with growing consensus on the need to scale up renewable energy.On the other h

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Africa’s incredible new £264m motorway - 8 lanes in landlocked country

Africa’s incredible new £264m motorway - 8 lanes in landlocked country

Africa is set for a major new £264million highway with construction already underway in Burkina Faso. The new 206-mile route will feature 8 lanes, four in each direction, and is expected to be completed later this year.The new route is set to connect Ouagadougou, the capital city of Burki

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Just in: Government suspends trade order operations, apologises for demolished churches, mosques

Just in: Government suspends trade order operations, apologises for demolished churches, mosques

The government of Uganda has suspended the enforcement of trade order operations across the country following complaints from religious leaders, traders and Members of Parliament over the manner in which the exercise was being carried out.State Minister for Industry David Bahati announced

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Over 7000 ex-election police constables ready for private security deployment

Over 7000 ex-election police constables ready for private security deployment

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Abbas Byakagaba, on Wednesday passed out 7,018 former Election Special Police Constables (SPCs) at the Police Counter Terrorism Training School, Olilim, following completion of specialized training for deployment under licensed Private Security Organizations (

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Mbarara City Gives Churches 90 Days to Comply or Relocate

Mbarara City Gives Churches 90 Days to Comply or Relocate

MBARARA CITY, Uganda — A growing push to restore urban order in Mbarara City has placed dozens of churches, particularly Pentecostal ministries, under pressure to meet strict compliance requirements or face removal.City authorities have issued a 90-day window for religious institutions o

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Manchester United star agrees terms on huge new contract

Manchester United star agrees terms on huge new contract

There is something quietly symbolic about Kobbie Mainoo’s resurgence at Manchester United. Only months ago, the academy graduate stood on the periphery, contemplating a loan move to Napoli, uncertain of his place and his future. Now, as reported by The Mirror, he is on the brink of signing a co

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Eric Sakwa Said to Be Under Quiet Vetting for M7’s Next Cabinet

Eric Sakwa Said to Be Under Quiet Vetting for M7’s Next Cabinet

Fresh behind-the-scenes claims suggest that former Jinja Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Eric Sakwa could be among names under consideration as President Y.K Museveni reportedly weighs appointments for his 2026-2031 term.Sources familiar with internal political discussions say that Sa

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Museveni too old, mentally exhausted to run Uganda – Andrew Mwenda insists

Museveni too old, mentally exhausted to run Uganda – Andrew Mwenda insists

Andrew Mwenda argues that President Museveni’s age and fatigue are weakening his judgement, leading to risky decisions on major government investments.Journalist and political analyst Andrew Mwenda is amping up his critique of President Yoweri Museveni, arguing that age and fatigue have

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Slogans Of Unity, Politics Of Division: Why Coalitions Matter Now

Slogans Of Unity, Politics Of Division: Why Coalitions Matter Now

In modern politics, no single party can govern effectively in isolation. From Germany’s long-standing grand coalitions to Kenya’s broad-based alliances, fragmented electorates and diverse societies have made negotiation, compromise, and strategic partnerships not only necessary but essential.

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SAD! Veteran Ugandan Journalist Shot Dead in Wakiso

SAD! Veteran Ugandan Journalist Shot Dead in Wakiso

Shock and grief have engulfed the media fraternity following the killing of veteran Ugandan journalist Joe Nam, who was gunned down at his residence in Kawanda Central, Nabweru Division, Wakiso District.Nam, 55, a former staff member of New Vision, was attacked in the early hours of Sunday

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