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
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
Manchester United prospects Kai Rooney and JJ Gabriel are both determined to establish themselves in the first team, but may encounter an identical dilemma at the international level. The pair have garnered considerable recognition through their displays for United's Under-18s this term.Ro
Kayunga Regional Referral Hospital is facing possible legal action following a reported case of a stolen baby at the facility, in a development that has taken a dramatic turn after police arrested the child’s father over alleged defilement.The incident, which reportedly occurred on July
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
Finance State Minister Amos Lugoloobi has launched the construction of a Shs500 million market in Kayunga Town aimed at resettling vendors affected by the recent demolition of illegal structures, with officials saying the project will restore livelihoods and improve urban order.The project
Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has invited Chief of Defence Forces General Muhoozi Kainerugaba to address Members of Parliament on how the legislature can strengthen collaboration with security agencies.Speaking on Thursday evening in Kampala, Among addressed Michael Nuwagira, popularly
Kalangala, Uganda | URN | Hellen Nakimuli, the Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament who died on Sunday, has been laid to rest in Luwero District.Nakimuli died at Alexandria Medical Centre after unsuccessful surgery for fibroid.Her body arrived at her ancestral home in
At 25, Mary Ashley Ainomugisha is sure of herself, her body, and the life she wants to lead. A self-proclaimed feminist, she describes herself as an online activist for women’s rights and health. While society expects a young woman her age to be looking forward to the lifelong goals of m
The High Court has thrown out a counterclaim in a commercial dispute involving money, property abroad, and the estate of Hajj Musa Sewava, a deceased businessman who founded Sir Apollo Schools in Uganda.Sewava’s son, Habib Namakajjo, had sued one of the wives of the late businessman, Mad
