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Heavily Armed Men Allegedly Surround NUPs Secretary General, Hon. Rubongoya's Vehicle

Heavily Armed Men Allegedly Surround NUPs Secretary General, Hon. Rubongoya's Vehicle

National Unity Platform (NUP) Secretary, Honorable General David Lewis Rubongoya, has expressed his concern after allegedly being trailed by heavily armed men.In a post on X , the renowned politician claimed that soldiers took pictures of his vehicles at

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Trump Claims Israel-Iran Agree to 'Complete Ceasefire'

Trump Claims Israel-Iran Agree to 'Complete Ceasefire'

President Trump said on social media Monday night that Israel and Iran had agreed to halt their fighting, declaring an end to what he called “The 12 Day War.”The ceasefire is reportedly set to begin in stages over the next 24 hours, with Iran initiating a pause in attacks first, follow

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Qatar Shuts Down Airspace Over Regional Tensions

Qatar Shuts Down Airspace Over Regional Tensions

Qatar has temporarily suspended all air traffic in its airspace, citing safety concerns for citizens, residents, and visitors amid what appear to be escalating regional tensions involving Iran.The announcement, made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on June 23, 2025, has

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Vandals Blamed for Darkness on Kampala Northern Bypass Despite New Streetlights

Vandals Blamed for Darkness on Kampala Northern Bypass Despite New Streetlights

Authorities have blamed persistent vandalism for the continued darkness along parts of the Kampala Northern Bypass, where streetlights had recently been installed but abruptly stopped working — sparking concern and questions from road users.The Ministry of Works and Tran

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Minister Warns Against Neglecting the Boy Child as Algeria Pledges More Scholarships to Ugandan Students

Minister Warns Against Neglecting the Boy Child as Algeria Pledges More Scholarships to Ugandan Students

The Minister for Local Government Affairs in the Kabaka’s Government, Owek. Joseph Kawuki, has sounded the alarm over what he described as an increasing societal imbalance—where boys are being left behind while focus remains heavily tilted toward empowering the girl child.Speaking duri

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Ibanda District Chairperson Arrested Over Unauthorised Road Works

Ibanda District Chairperson Arrested Over Unauthorised Road Works

Ibanda District Chairperson Happy Herbert Mayanja was arrested on Monday morning and later released on police bond over allegations of unlawfully tampering with the Ibanda–Kagongo road, which is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Works and Transport.Mayanja allegedly directed the

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Hawker Shot During Nairobi Protests Remains on Life Support

Hawker Shot During Nairobi Protests Remains on Life Support

Boniface Mwangi Kariuki, a 22-year-old hawker, is fighting for his life in hospital after being shot in the head by anti-riot police amid violent protests along Moi Avenue in Nairobi.The incident unfolded during demonstrations that saw security forces crack down on protesters in the city c

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Adjumani Launches Groundbreaking Research on Women, Climate Policy

Adjumani Launches Groundbreaking Research on Women, Climate Policy

A landmark research initiative aimed at bridging the gap between Uganda’s national climate policies and local realities has been launched in Adjumani District, with a special focus on the voices of refugee women and women in host communities.The project, titled "Localising National Gende

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PDM: A New Dawn or Another Cycle?

PDM: A New Dawn or Another Cycle?

Uganda’s Parish Development Model (PDM) aims to break the cycle of poverty by focusing development efforts at the parish level, with a promise of Shs100 million annually per parish to boost household incomes.While early success stories show promise, lingering concerns over fund delays, p

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NRM Supporters Clash with Police in Namutumba Over Chairperson Election Dispute

NRM Supporters Clash with Police in Namutumba Over Chairperson Election Dispute

Namutumba Town was engulfed in chaos early Thursday morning as police fired tear gas and warning shots to disperse National Resistance Movement (NRM) supporters protesting against the party’s Electoral Commission, led by Tanga Odoi.The demonstrators were demanding that Simon Menya be off

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