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Uganda’s 2026-2031 cabinet: From fishermen and fisherwomen (symbolism) to intellectualism and competence

Uganda’s 2026-2031 cabinet: From fishermen and fisherwomen (symbolism) to intellectualism and competence

As Uganda approaches the swearing of the presidency, new parliament and the subsequent formation of a new cabinet, an important national conversation is beginning to take shape; what kind of leadership does the country need for the next phase of its development?This is not merely a politic

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They were sentenced to 35 years for murder. Court said the ‘circumstantial evidence’ used to convict them was weak

They were sentenced to 35 years for murder. Court said the ‘circumstantial evidence’ used to convict them was weak

On August 17, 2015, Jane Nyamagambo appeared to be in a good mood as she spent the evening drinking at a popular bar in Fort Portal with Augustine Byaruhanga, Alex Magezi, and others.However, later in the night, she disappeared. Her body was discovered the following morning, floating in La

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Woman Crushed by Truck After Jumping Off Motorcycle in Tororo

Woman Crushed by Truck After Jumping Off Motorcycle in Tororo

Police in Tororo District are investigating a fatal road crash that claimed the life of a 40-year-old woman along the Tororo–Mbale Road.The incident occurred at the Sewerage Roundabout, where the victim, identified as Mariam Nuru, a Somali national and resident of Malaba Town Council, r

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Government Moves to Equalize Arts and Science Teachers’ Salaries in Upcoming Budget

Government Moves to Equalize Arts and Science Teachers’ Salaries in Upcoming Budget

The government has announced plans to enhance and harmonize the salaries of Arts teachers with those of their Science counterparts beginning in the next financial year, in a move aimed at addressing long-standing pay disparities in the education sector.The revelation was made by State Mini

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NRM’s Hudu Hussein Disputes Northern Division Results but Rules Out Petition

NRM’s Hudu Hussein Disputes Northern Division Results but Rules Out Petition

Months after the January 2026 parliamentary elections, National Resistance Movement (NRM) flagbearer for Northern Division in Mbale City, Hudu Hussein, has rejected the official outcome, citing alleged electoral irregularities, but announced he will not challenge the results in court.In a

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Kitara to Mao: “I’m Not Dying to Go to Parliament”

Kitara to Mao: “I’m Not Dying to Go to Parliament”

Tony Kitara, a former parliamentary candidate for the Laroo-Pece Division, has insisted that his decision to challenge the election of Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Norbert Mao is purely legal and not driven by personal ambition.Tony Kitara, a former parliamentary candidat

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Inside Gem M7’s Upcoming Cabinet Reshuffle & Why Gen Ronnie Balya Is the Man to Watch

Inside Gem M7’s Upcoming Cabinet Reshuffle & Why Gen Ronnie Balya Is the Man to Watch

Knowledgeable sources have insisted that Gen Ronnie Balya, currently an Ambassador, is going to be hard to ignore as Gen Museveni’s 9th term cabinet construction takes shape. In other words, he is destined to eat big come July.With the swearing-in ceremony being slated for next month, th

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89% passing: Man Utd must beat Atletico to sign 26yo Brazilian star valued at £35m

89% passing: Man Utd must beat Atletico to sign 26yo Brazilian star valued at £35m

Manchester United should explore a summer deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson.The Red Devils are poised to strengthen their midfield department this summer with the possibility of multiple exits.Casemiro will walk away when his contract expires at the end of June, while Manuel Ugar

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Man Utd ‘in contact’ for €30m-plus signing they want completed ‘as soon as possible’

Man Utd ‘in contact’ for €30m-plus signing they want completed ‘as soon as possible’

Bosnian winger Kerim Alajbegovic, Man Utd badgeManchester United hope to wrap up the signing of a Bosnian winger with all haste and a deal is projected to cost in excess of €30m, though there is stiff competition from three Premier League rivals.As far as arrivals go, the stories

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UNBS to Inspect Sugarcane Weighbridges-Bahati

UNBS to Inspect Sugarcane Weighbridges-Bahati

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is set to begin nationwide inspection and calibration of sugarcane weighbridges following the government’s decision to regulate rather than ban the devices.The exercise comes after weeks of protests by farmers and consultations between the g

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