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Lango Clan Feud Deepens as Otim, Adupa Trade Legitimacy Claims

Lango Clan Feud Deepens as Otim, Adupa Trade Legitimacy Claims

Otim, who also serves as Minister of Gender, Children, Youth and Women’s Affairs under Lango Cultural Institution, said Adupa was among clan members who participated in the March 1, 2024 election at Akii-Bua Stadium that saw Eng. Dr. Moses Michael Odongo Okune elected Won Nyaci of Lango.

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Lira authorities consider closing school after classroom collapse injures learners

Lira authorities consider closing school after classroom collapse injures learners

The incident occurred on Wednesday at around 12:55 PM during a lesson, when part of the classroom ceiling and a supporting beam suddenly gave way, triggering panic among learners who scrambled to escape.The school structure at Al-Aaqsa Islamic School in Lira City, which collapsed on Wednes

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SOROTI CITY MOBILE MONEY OPERATOR MURDER UPDATE: Fifth Suspect Arrested with Killer Weapon

SOROTI CITY MOBILE MONEY OPERATOR MURDER UPDATE: Fifth Suspect Arrested with Killer Weapon

In a significant breakthrough in the Soroti City murder case, police in the East Kyoga region have arrested a fifth suspect and retrieved a weapon believed to be used in the killing. This follows the tragic shooting of mobile money operator and businesswoman Patricia Kokunda, 32, last week.

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Gen Kayanja Marks 45 Years Since Joining NRA Bush War

Gen Kayanja Marks 45 Years Since Joining NRA Bush War

General Kayanja (second from left) pictured with members of his Operation Wembley team in the early 2000s. The unit was known for its tough and uncompromising approach in tackling crime in Kampala and other urban areas across the country.A former Operation Wembley commander, Maj Gen Elly K

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DTB opens new Tororo branch to strengthen banking access in eastern Uganda

DTB opens new Tororo branch to strengthen banking access in eastern Uganda

TORORO— Diamond Trust Bank (DTB), a leading financial institution in Uganda, has officially opened its new Tororo Branch, reinforcing its commitment to delivering accessible, efficient, and people-centered banking services across Eastern Uganda.The new branch forms part of DTB’s broade

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Nicholas Mukasa Appointed Bank of Namibia Deputy Governor

Nicholas Mukasa Appointed Bank of Namibia Deputy Governor

Nicholas Mukasa, the newly appointed Deputy Governor of Bank of NamibiaThe Bank of Namibia has announced the appointment of Mr Nicholas Mukasa as Deputy Governor, marking a significant step in strengthening the central bank’s leadership as it navigates an increasingly complex economic en

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Fire Guts Dormitory at Nakanyonyi Girls’ School,

Fire Guts Dormitory at Nakanyonyi Girls’ School,

A night fire at Nakanyonyi Girls Secondary School in Jinja City destroyed students’ property, including mattresses, books, and uniforms, after flames broke out in a dormitory. The incident that happened on Thursday night, fortunately, did not harm any of the students.It is reported that

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BESIGYE SERIES: PFF dismisses claims it is weakened by Besigye’s absence

BESIGYE SERIES: PFF dismisses claims it is weakened by Besigye’s absence

The leadership of the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has dismissed allegations that the party, which is relatively new and did not front a presidential candidate in the last election, is struggling due to the absence of Dr. Kizza Besigye, who is currently on remand after being charged with tr

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Uganda Records 2 Million Births in 2025 as Health System Struggles to Keep Pace

Uganda Records 2 Million Births in 2025 as Health System Struggles to Keep Pace

Uganda recorded approximately 2 million births in 2025, according to Dr Diana Atwine, the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Health, who warned that rapid population growth is outpacing the country’s healthcare capacity.Speaking before Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) d

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Police arrest 10 in crackdown on Kampala panga-wielding gangs

Police arrest 10 in crackdown on Kampala panga-wielding gangs

Police also impounded four motorcycles believed to have been used in the commission of the crimes, noting that some of the bikes are suspected to have been stolen and used for quick escape after attacks.Police arraign some of the suspects believed to be part of the notorious panga-wielding

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