Trade at the Mpondwe border point in Kasese District is thriving, fuelled by high demand from the Democratic Republic of Congo.Yet behind the apparent boom, small-scale vendors—especially the youth—are raising alarms about punitive taxes and the absence of political leadership to advoc
A growing majority of Ugandans believe corruption has reached alarming levels, with 74% describing it as either “very severe” or “extremely severe,” according to a new factsheet by Twaweza based on its 2024 Sauti za Wananchi survey.Only 11% of respondents consider corruption “not
Kenyan President William Ruto has reiterated Kenya's unwavering commitment to deepening bilateral ties with Uganda and promoting regional integration, during the state visit of Ugandan President Museveni to Nairobi.Speaking during a joint briefing, President Ruto emphasised the shared
On Sanyuka Morning Xpress, we hosted Rovans Alex Lwanyaga, a member of the NUP Elections Committee and Assistant to the General Secretary. He gave us a clear picture of how the party is handling the vetting process for its upcoming flag bearers.If you’ve been wondering how people are cho
Uganda’s political scene has been shaken by a powerful pastoral letter from the Catholic 0p, titled “The Truth Will Set You Free.”
The President stated that while some elements in the Ugandan political opposition might expect him to divert some of the funds from his huge State House budget to his personal accounts, he does not own such accounts.President Yoweri Museveni has publicl
Little known journalist Ivan Kisaakye has announced his candidacy for Uganda’s 2026 presidential election, promising sweeping reforms in agriculture, education, and the economy, while pledging to end President Museveni’s 40-year grip on power.Kisaakye, who arrived at h
Tensions have escalated in Lira City’s City East Division following the arrest of Dray Okello, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) parish supervisor for Acwao Ward, on allegations of electoral malpractice during the ongoing party primaries.Dray was arrested on Thursday morning after s
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has found herself at the centre of a shocking and embarrassing scene following a violent incident linked to the recently concluded NRM party primaries in Bugangaizi East Constituency.
Leader of the Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi has questioned why CDF Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has never been summoned to court over alleged online misconduct. He pointed to what he sees as a selective justice system in Uganda.Speaking to the press on Tuesday, S
