Ugandans planning to travel to the United States will soon face a steep rise in visa costs following the enactment of a controversial new US immigration law that introduces a $250 "Visa Integrity Fee" for most non-immigrant visas.The fee, part of what President Donald Trum
A US tech company says its chief executive has quit after he was apparently caught on a big screen at a Coldplay concert embracing a female co-worker, in a clip that went viral.Astronomer said in a statement: "Andy Byron has tendered his resignation, and the Board of Directors has accepted
In a fresh twist to the leadership wrangles that have rocked Uganda’s biggest opposition party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), the founding president, Moses Nkonge Kibalama, has reportedly gone missing
Today, just four of Africa’s richest billionaires hold $57.4 billion in wealth — more than the combined wealth of 750 million people, or half the continent’s population, according to a new Oxfam report.The report –
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has reported a strong start to its national fundraising campaign, collecting over Shs1.07 billion within the first two days.The funds are meant to support the party’s preparations for the 2026 Presidential and Parliamentary el
With Godfrey Kiwanda failing to shine because of the political baggage and resentful fatigue that comes with being an ineffective incumbent and Moses Karangwa failing to have a coherent campaign messaging and team as many are shunning him because of his controve
Don Chris.Police have launched a search for city socialite Don Chris, real name Christian Asiimwe, over an alleged international job scam that has left scores of desperate Ugandans defrauded of millions of shillings.Don Chris, famed for his flashy
President Yoweri Museveni has ignited a storm of public outrage after telling Ugandans not to associate him with poverty, insisting he is not poor and that the burden of poverty lies with individuals.
The Senate side of the Capitol is seen in Washington, early Monday, June 30, 2025, as Republicans plan to begin a final push to advance President Donald Trump's big tax breaks and spending cuts package. (AP)US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-and-s
Uganda has launched its first-ever Youth Energy Summit (YES 2025), with State Minister for Energy Phiona Nyamutoro calling on young people to take the lead in driving the country’s transition to sustainable and inclusive energy systems.Speaking at the launch, Minister Nyamutoro said the
