The March 23 Movement (M23) rebels have announced plans to establish their own banking system in areas under their control in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), signaling their continued hold over the region.
A storm is brewing over the true cost of buying out Umeme Limited, Uganda’s electricity distributor, as discrepancies in the numbers come to light.The Auditor Genera, Edward Akol has advised the government to pa
Kinshasa — The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially announced a significant increase in the salaries of its armed forces and national police, in a move widely seen as a response to mounting pressure over corruption in the security sector and wides
A shocking video has emerged of a Centenary Bank staff member, identified as Bernard, reporting to work in a drunken state.The video, which has been circulating on social media, shows Bernard slumped over his desk
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has dismissed reports circulating on social media that claim the Ugandan Air Force used chemical and barrel bombs on rebel positions in South Sudan.In an official statem
Uganda’s General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has issued a bold warning to U.S. President Donald Trump, advising him against signing any mineral deals in East Africa that exclude Uganda and Rwanda.
On NBS Barometer, political leaders discussed the National Resistance Movement (NRM)’s support in Central Uganda, concerns about corruption, and governance issues. The conversation reflected different views on the reasons behind NRM’s losses in the region an
Burkina Faso's recent pronouncement of free education for all citizens, plus the provision of free textbooks for primary school children, ha
Jinja Magistrate’s Court has remanded two suspects to Kirinya Prison over the murder of Robert Hausvik, a 39-year-old Norwegian national, after forensic evidence contradicted their claims of suicide.Hausvik, known as "Katongole" among friends, was found dead o
A leaked account from an attendee of last Friday’s State House meeting has revealed the intense internal debate that led the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) to reject the Kawempe North by-election results.
