Parliament on Monday opened the race for Deputy Speaker with sharp debate over gender representation, continuity in leadership, and experience, as Sarah Aguti, Asinansi Nyakato and Thomas Tayebwa were formally nominated before voting commenced in the afternoon.Calls for gender balance domi
KAMPALA — In a move aimed at strengthening coordination, accountability, and grassroots mobilisation within Uganda’s capital, discussions have emerged around a proposed Shs500 million allocation to support mobilisation and operational effectiveness of Kampala Capital City Council (KCCA) Speak
For many businesses in Uganda, securing a government contract feels like hitting the jackpot. The moment word spreads that someone has landed a deal, everything changes. Friends become more attentive, relatives resurface, banks suddenly extend courtesy, and suppliers are willing to offer goods on
The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has announced the successful completion of emergency repair works on a key water transmission pipeline serving Karuma Town and surrounding areas, restoring normal water supply after a temporary disruption.According to a statement shared on
Police in Tororo have arrested eight suspects linked to the alleged theft of three cattle during celebrations tied to Arsenal’s Premier League title win, sparking debate over conduct during football festivities.TORORO — Police in Tororo District have arrested eight suspected supporters
Arsenal enjoyed their coronation as Premier League champions after a 22-year-wait as they completed the formality of the final game, after having mathematically won the league pipping Man City, to get their hands on the English top-flight title.Mikel Arteta’s Gunners bookended a memorabl
The latest qualification further cements Uganda’s emergence as one of Africa’s fast-rising youth football nations following the Cubs’ historic maiden appearance at the global tournament last year.Uganda Cubs Starting XI that featured against Ghana in the playoffs for the 2026 FIFA U-
Documents seen by this publication include a purported Diploma in Law certificate and academic transcript bearing the name Omule Simba Tom, registration number DII/U/191/2004, allegedly issued by the Law Development Centre (LDC) in 2006.The certificate indicates that Omule was awarded a Di
concerned Ugandan citizen has petitioned President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, accusing a senior land official of orchestrating a “brazen and well‑orchestrated” land‑grabbing scheme in Wakiso District. In a letter dated 22 May 2026, the citizen alleges that Esther Lunkuse Lutaaya, Registrar o
After waiting 22 years for a Premier League title, Arsenal fans across Uganda have erupted into emotional celebrations so intense that even Agriculture minister Frank Tumwebaze found himself receiving early morning calls demanding financial contributions for victory parties instead of requests fo
