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Uganda moves to own tourism offices, boosts airlines and promotion

Uganda moves to own tourism offices, boosts airlines and promotion

Hannington Ashaba, Acting Director of Budget at Uganda’s Ministry of Finance, has told NTV Business reporter Malcolm Musiime that the government plans to end decades of renting office space for the Uganda Tourism Board, moving to owned facilities to cut costs and boost sector efficiency. Speaki

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Ugandan Government Downplays Besigye’s Health Concerns Amid Family Dispute

Ugandan Government Downplays Besigye’s Health Concerns Amid Family Dispute

The Ugandan government has dismissed growing concerns over the health of prominent opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, insisting he is only suffering from “minor diarrhoea” and is receiving adequate care while in detention – a claim strongly disputed by his wife, renowned activist Winnie B

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Eddy Kenzo to Skip Grammy Awards Ceremony Despite Nomination

Eddy Kenzo to Skip Grammy Awards Ceremony Despite Nomination

Music star Eddy Kenzo has confirmed that he will not be attending this year’s Grammy Awards ceremony, despite earning a nomination.The award-winning singer, real name Edirisa Musuuza, revealed that he has too many duties and responsibilities to handle back home, making it impossible for

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President Museveni Wants UBC to Compete With BBC, CNN, Al Jazeera – Minister Baryomunsi

President Museveni Wants UBC to Compete With BBC, CNN, Al Jazeera – Minister Baryomunsi

Minister Chris Baryomunsi reveals President Museveni’s plan to fund UBC with UGX 30 billion annually so it can compete with global broadcasters like CNN, BBC and Al Jazeera.President Museveni Wants UBC to Compete With BBC, CNN, Al Jazeera – Minister BaryomunsiThe Minister of Inf

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Uganda: UPDF Denies Witch-Hunt of Bobi Wine

Uganda: UPDF Denies Witch-Hunt of Bobi Wine

The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has dismissed allegations that the army is hunting for National Unity Platform (NUP) president and former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu.The denial was issued by the Acting Spokesperson of the Chief of Defence Forces, Col. Chris

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Lord Elektra apologizes to Christine Nampeera after public fallout

Lord Elektra apologizes to Christine Nampeera after public fallout

Content creator Lord Elektra, real name Kyomuhangi Betnah, has publicly apologized to Christine Nampeera Tendo following a dramatic fallout that recently saw her spend a night in jail.The two, who had long presented themselves online as close “besties,” took to their respective Instagr

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Baryomunsi attributes Post-Election Violence to “Criminal Gangs” hiding Behind Opposition actors

Baryomunsi attributes Post-Election Violence to “Criminal Gangs” hiding Behind Opposition actors

Chris Baryomunsi, the Minister of ICT and National Guidance, has issued a stern warning against groups attempting to destabilize Uganda following the 2026 general elections, characterizing certain opposition activities as the work of “criminal gangs” hiding behind political activism.In

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Apac Mayor race tightens as incumbent Patick Ongom arrested, while rivals take early lead

Apac Mayor race tightens as incumbent Patick Ongom arrested, while rivals take early lead

The Apac Municipality mayoral race tightened on Tuesday after police arrested the incumbent over alleged incitement, as rivals took an early lead in provisional results.Apac Municpality Incumbent Mayor, Patrick Ongom Eyul (UPC) left and Andrew Awany (Independent). Photo/Courtesy)Apa

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Mr. President, if you Genuinely Won, Then… 10 Things Exiled Ex-Supreme Court Judge is Asking Museveni to Do

Mr. President, if you Genuinely Won, Then… 10 Things Exiled Ex-Supreme Court Judge is Asking Museveni to Do

In a hard-hitting message to President Yoweri Museveni, Justice Dr. Esther Kitimbo Kisaakye, Former Justice of the Supreme Court of Uganda, has told the 81-year-old president that if he genuinely won the January 15 general election, then he should do 10 things to put his house in order. Before we

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Karuma Bridge Truck Accident: Death Toll Feared to Rise to Seven After Vehicle Plunges Into River Nile

Karuma Bridge Truck Accident: Death Toll Feared to Rise to Seven After Vehicle Plunges Into River Nile

The number of people feared dead following a tragic accident at Karuma Bridge in Nwoya District is expected to rise to seven after a truck plunged into the River Nile on Tuesday morning. The incident involved a Fuso truck, registration number UAY 284Q, which was transporting maize from Lelabaro T

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