Mathew Kanyamunyu, the businessman convicted over the 2016 killing of child rights activist Kenneth Akena, has for the first time publicly opened up about the incident and its aftermath, issuing a detailed and reflective statement on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday morning. In the statem
As Uganda approaches its general elections on January 15, 2026, tensions are escalating over potential communication blackouts, with the Uganda Communications Commission – UCC issuing a stern warning about the use of BitChat, a Bluetooth-based messaging app promoted by opposition leaders.
Swangz Avenue audio producer Bangar Boi has opened up about his working relationship with musician Elijah Kitaka, revealing that the singer is the most challenging artist he has worked with.Speaking during a candid sit-down interview, Bangar Boi—who is also a professional architect—sai
NRM member Yasini Omari has been declared unopposed in the race for Mayor of Makindye Division following the disqualification of all his challengers by the Electoral Commission.According to the Electoral Commission, a total of eleven candidates who had sought to contest for the position we
After being left out of Bebe Cool’s annual list yet again, King Saha finally responds — and his words are brutal.Musician King Saha has made it clear that he no longer pays attention to Bebe Cool’s annual music lists, saying the Gagamel boss has no authority over his career.Th
Kampala Metropolitan Police South, through Kajjansi Police Division, is investigating a disturbing case of murder that has left the community in shock. The incident, which was reported on January 2, 2026, involves the tragic death of 38-year-old businesswoman Halima Nampera, a resident of Kasenge
Elevated government spending coupled with widespread voter bribery and campaign expenditure has resulted in inflation spikes in recent elections, such as the 2011 elections which sparked the famous “walk to work” protests.The Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury (PSST), Dr
Dr. Sarah Bireete, the Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance (CCG), has Friday been remanded to Luzira Prison after being denied bail in a case involving the alleged unlawful disclosure of national voters’ information.The 49-year-old activist appeared before Chie
Dr Sarah Bireete, Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance (CCG) has been charged with unlawfully obtaining and disclosing national voters’ data without the consent of Uganda’s Electoral Commission. The charges have sparked a wave of controversy, as Bireete is a well-kno
Media personality Kasuku is set to appear on President Museveni’s live Jazz With Jajja show on January 4, 2026, days after claims emerged that he received Shs50 million from the President.Media personality Isaac Daniel Katende, known as Kasuku, will appear on a live show with President Y
