Four-time Ugandan presidential contender Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Hajji Obeid Lutale, appeared before the Nakawa Chief Magistrate’s Court on April 30, 2025, for the
As we continue headlong into the regurgitating inanity that is Uganda’s rollercoaster elections, the gross contradictions that embody our governance and politics continue unencumbered.Dear reader, let us review a few instances that should have us questi
At the 2025 CMO Breakfast hosted at Kampala’s Serena Hotel, Uganda’s business and marketing leaders gathered to reflect on a deceptively simple but deeply consequential question: what does it really take to get to the boardroom?Organised by the Uganda Marketers Society (UMS) under the
The first edition of the Jameson Hangout for 2025 wrapped up successfully on April 26 at the Ndere Cultural Center, organized by Talent Africa Group.The event delivered a unique and vibrant experience, offering guests the perfect setting to bond and connect.As part of the Jameson Bo
BBC | Now predominantly Muslim, North Africa was once a Christian heartland, producing Catholic popes who left their mark on the Church to this day.Their papacies were in the era of the Roman Empire, which stretched across modern-day Tunisia, the north-east of Algeria and
The Vatican is bracing for a pivotal moment in the history of the Roman Catholic Church, as the conclave to elect a new Pope will begin on May 7.This announcement was made by the Holy See Press Office, following a decision by the Cardinals present in Rome during their fifth General Congreg
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) has vowed to intensify its efforts to combat misinformation, disinformation, and hate speech in the lead-up to the 2026 general elections, with a strong focus on media collaboration.Mariam Wangadya, Chairperson of the UHRC, called on the government
As global demands for systemic change intensify, feminist leaders are rising to confront the deep inequalities upheld by institutions like the IMF and World Bank.From grassroots gatherings to international summits, feminist leaders and economic justice activists are boldly challenging thes
A report on the performance of the Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises(GROW) project has indicated majority of benefiting women entrepreneurs are dealing in trade and commerce, agriculture and agribusiness.The report highlights performance of the project
Kampala Resident City Commissioner (RCC) Jane Muhindo has paid tribute to Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday, describing him as “a humble man of God” whose legacy of peace and compassion will continue to inspire generations across the African continent and beyond.RCC M
