Hon. Betty Bakireke Nambooze was once among the clearest symbols of defiance in Uganda’s opposition politics. Her courage under repression, sharp tongue, and legislative activism gave her a moral authority few politicians enjoyed. Yet as the 2026 elections approach, securing a fourth parliament
Authorities in Lira City have issued an urgent public health alert after a surge in dog bite cases and three confirmed deaths linked to suspected rabies, warning that the city could be on the brink of a full-scale outbreak unless immediate intervention is sustained.New data released on Mon
Musician Carol Nantongo and her boyfriend Dylan are set to officially kick-start their marriage journey today, Wednesday, with their much-anticipated Kukyala ceremony.Dylan, the elder son of legendary vocalist Mesach Semakula, will be visiting Carol Nantongo’s family home in Namugongo, a
Family members, friends, and online followers have been left in deep shock and sorrow after the sudden death of businesswoman Monica Karungi and her two young sons.Karungi, known on TikTok as Monie Wigs (Monie848), had built a steady following through her work in ladies’ hair and wigs. M
When Nakagwa speaks about the darkest chapter of her life, her voice trembles, but her resolve remains firm.“I still cannot believe a father could do that to his own child,” she says quietly, wiping tears as she recalls the years her daughter was sexually abused by the person meant to
FILE - Vehicles and trucks for export wait for transportation from a port in Yantai in eastern China's Shandong province on Jan. 2, 2025. (Chinatopix via AP, File) (ASSOCIATED PRESS)HONG KONG (AP) — China’s exports returned to growth in November following an unexpected contraction the
Cutting back on these everyday foods can help you feel stronger, sharper and healthier in your 50s.Key PointsTurning 50 is a great time to start making healthier food choices to support aging.Though no food is completely off-limits, keep fried, sugary, salty and refined foods
Coup Underway in Benin Republic As Military Overthrows Talon’s GovernmentMilitary officers in Benin Republic have taken control of the federal government.A group of soldiers led by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri, announced the dissolution of the government during a broadcast on B
Friends and family members confirm that Samantha was under a lot of mental stress at the time of her passingThe Ugandan community in Germany has been mourning the passing of one of their own this week. 23-year-old Samantha Twinomugisha is reported to have taken her own life by jumping in f
Uganda’s education sector is reeling after the sudden death of Sebastian Mwendha Ngobi, the Director of Human Resources & Administration at the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB).Ngobi, a veteran education administrator, died on the evening of Friday, 5th December, at Platinum
