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Pope Francis was an extraordinary spiritual leader, says Museveni

Pope Francis was an extraordinary spiritual leader, says Museveni

President Museveni has paid tribute to the late Pope Francis, describing him as an extraordinary spiritual leader whose legacy of compassion, humility, and interfaith unity will endure for generations.In an official message of condolence addressed to Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Se

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Pope Francis Funeral to be Held on Saturday as Vatican Releases Image of Open Coffin

Pope Francis Funeral to be Held on Saturday as Vatican Releases Image of Open Coffin

The Vatican has announced detailed arrangements for the farewell of the late Pope Francis, whose body will be transferred to St Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday at 11am local time to lie in state until his funeral on Saturday morning.The solemn procession will begin at the chapel of Casa Sa

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New Beginning in Old Age: Pope Francis’ Last Reflection Strikes a Chord with Uganda’s Forgotten Elderly

New Beginning in Old Age: Pope Francis’ Last Reflection Strikes a Chord with Uganda’s Forgotten Elderly

In what is now one of his final personal writings before his death, Pope Francis left behind a heartfelt meditation on aging and death that speaks with rare clarity to a global audience — but it may ring with special poignance in Uganda, where the elderly often live out their days in silent iso

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Besigye Lawyers File Second Bail Bid

Besigye Lawyers File Second Bail Bid

Defiant lawyers representing Dr. Kiiza Besigye and Hajj Obeid Lutale have launched a second attempt to secure bail for their clients, filing a fresh application in the High Court's criminal division today.This move comes after their initial bail request was denied on April 11th, with the c

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Toroma County Clamour for District Status Grows Louder Ahead of 2026 Polls

Toroma County Clamour for District Status Grows Louder Ahead of 2026 Polls

As the 2026 general elections approach, residents of Toroma County in Katakwi District are intensifying calls to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) government to elevate their area to district status—a move they say will improve service delivery and deepen their political loyalty.

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Tororo leaders agree to elevate Municipality to City Status

Tororo leaders agree to elevate Municipality to City Status

The long-standing conflict over the administrative structure of Tororo District took a significant turn after leaders from both Tororo County and West Budama agreed to elevate Tororo Municipality to a city status using its current boundaries.The agreement was reached during a high-level me

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Uganda's Vibrant Spirit Takes Center Stage in China

Uganda's Vibrant Spirit Takes Center Stage in China

A burst of Ugandan energy lit up Guangzhou China as the Consulate General unveiled “Bridging Tradition and Progress: A Ugandan Story”, a dynamic event that showcased Uganda’s cultural wealth, tourism appeal, and expanding economic promise.Attended by a cross-section of diplomats, inv

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Museveni Chides Western Donors for Aid Freeze But Opens Door to their Return

Museveni Chides Western Donors for Aid Freeze But Opens Door to their Return

President Museveni has declared Uganda’s readiness to re-engage with Western powers, months after facing sanctions over the country’s controversial anti-homosexuality law.Speaking at a leadership forum at Munyonyo about recently, Mr Museveni revisited the fallout from the 2023 passage

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Colin Asiimwe Returns as Head of Marketing at MultiChoice Uganda

Colin Asiimwe Returns as Head of Marketing at MultiChoice Uganda

Colin Asiimwe is back at MultiChoice Uganda as the Head of Marketing, overseeing the DStv, GOtv, Showmax, and Pearl Magic brands.Asiimwe previously worked with MultiChoice before leaving the business.He began his career in the advertising industry before transitioning to a focus on

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‘Friends of Ndamira Cup’ Final excites Nakaseke locals

‘Friends of Ndamira Cup’ Final excites Nakaseke locals

The 'Friends of Ndamira Cup' culminated over the weekend in Nakaseke District, following a successful six-week duration from March to April 2025.This football tournament, now an established feature promoting unity within Nakaseke North, served as a platform for showcasing sporting prowess

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