BBC | Now predominantly Muslim, North Africa was once a Christian heartland, producing Catholic popes who left their mark on the Church to this day.Their papacies were in the era of the Roman Empire, which stretched across modern-day Tunisia, the north-east of Algeria and
The Uganda Journalists Association (UJA) has refuted reports suggesting it is organising a street procession to commemorate World Press Freedom Day, calling the claims false and misleading.In a statement ,UJA President Mathias Rukundo clarified that the association has not planned any publ
The Uganda Media Sector Working Group (UMSWG) has sounded the alarm over increasing threats to press freedom, urging authorities to guarantee the safety and independence of journalists ahead of the 2026 general elections.Speaking during a joint press conference held in Kampala to mark the
Absa Bank Uganda has commemorated World Earth Day by planting 1000 trees at Buwagga Secondary School in Wakiso District.The event brought together Absa employees, students, and community members to plant trees as part of the bank’s ongoing broader initiative to shape a sustainable f
Masindi – Once a vital hub for tourism and air travel, Kisanja Airfield in Masindi District, has become an abandoned relic.The airfield, located in in Kyamugwera village, Labbongo Sub-county, has been in operation since the 1970s, now serves as little more than a grazing
Parents at Abela Primary School in Getom Sub-county, Katakwi District, are demanding the immediate transfer of head teacher Isaiah Euchu over alleged mismanagement of Universal Primary Education (UPE) funds.On April 22, parents locked Euchu out of his office, accusing him
Rovans Alex Lwanyaga, a member of the National Unity Platform (NUP) Elections Committee and assistant to the Secretary General, has called on party foot soldiers to utilize social media responsibly and refrain from attacking individuals who hold different political views.Speaking during a
Maj Gen Richard Otto has assumed office as the new Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security from Maj Gen James Birungi.Speaking during the function, Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga, Commander of the Land Forces called upon senior military officers to uphold the core values of leadership, tru
In today’s hyper-connected digital landscape, content isn’t just part of marketing — it is marketing. From awareness to conversion, content is the thread that weaves brands into culture, conversation, and community. At the forefront of this evolution is Next Com, a communications agency tha
Colin Asiimwe is back at MultiChoice Uganda as the Head of Marketing, overseeing the DStv, GOtv, Showmax, and Pearl Magic brands.Asiimwe previously worked with MultiChoice before leaving the business.He began his career in the advertising industry before transitioning to a focus on
