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UPC Sets Presidential Nomination Fee at Shs 20m, Warns Aspiring Candidates: 'You Must Be Loaded'

UPC Sets Presidential Nomination Fee at Shs 20m, Warns Aspiring Candidates: 'You Must Be Loaded'

The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) has dropped another hammer as it gears up for the 2026 general elections: anyone eyeing the party’s presidential flag must cough up a cool Shs 20 million just to be nominated.Speaking during the release of the party’s election roadmap, UPC Electoral

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Canada votes in pivotal election transformed by Trump

Canada votes in pivotal election transformed by Trump

BBC | Canadians will cast their ballots on Monday in a pivotal election that has been completely transformed by US President Donald Trump.The Conservatives appeared certain to win any contest by a landslide at the start of the year, until Trump's tariffs and barbs about ma

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N Korea confirms it sent troops to fight for Russia in Ukraine war

N Korea confirms it sent troops to fight for Russia in Ukraine war

BBC | North Korea has for the first time confirmed that it sent troops to fight for Russia against Ukraine.In a report on state news agency KCNA, Pyongyang's military claimed its soldiers helped Russian forces "completely liberate" the Kursk border region, according to an

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I Asked Slot to Take Me Off Defensive Duties in Return for Goals

I Asked Slot to Take Me Off Defensive Duties in Return for Goals

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has revealed that his remarkable campaign was down to a tactical shift under Arne Slot, who allowed him to focus almost exclusively on attacking duties in return for goals and assists.The Egyptian, 33, has been instrumental in Liverpool’s march to their re

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Slot Thanks Klopp Moments After Liverpool Win Title

Slot Thanks Klopp Moments After Liverpool Win Title

Liverpool manager Arne Slot paid tribute to his predecessor Jurgen Klopp moments after his side won the Premier League title.The Reds defeated Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 at Anfield on Sunday to clinch a record-equalling 20th top-flight title, with Slot becoming the first Dutch coach to win the

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Chesang Shines with Stunning Sixth-Place Finish at London Marathon

Chesang Shines with Stunning Sixth-Place Finish at London Marathon

Uganda’s Stellah Chesang made an eye-catching marathon debut at the London Marathon today, finishing sixth in a powerful run that signals a bright future over the classic distance.The former Commonwealth 10,000m champion crossed the line in 2:20:23, showing remarkable strength and compos

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Mityana Leaders Lash Out at EC Over Election Preparations

Mityana Leaders Lash Out at EC Over Election Preparations

Tensions are boiling over in Mityana District as leaders and voters slam the Electoral Commission for failing to deliver voter registers, just months before Uganda heads to the 2026 general elections.Leaders accuse the Commission of rushing to roll out electoral activities without putting

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Sheikh Gugumiza Sworn In as New Kayunga District Kadhi

Sheikh Gugumiza Sworn In as New Kayunga District Kadhi

Sheikh Umar Ibrahim Gugumiza has been officially sworn in as the new Kadhi of Kayunga Muslim District during a ceremony held at the District Main Mosque.The oath of office was administered by Haj Yunus Kamya, the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) Electoral Commission Regional Commission

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Parents Call for Continuity of Girls' Empowerment Program in Kampala

Parents Call for Continuity of Girls' Empowerment Program in Kampala

Concerned parents in Kampala have called for for the continuation of the Girls Empowering Girls program implemented by TMC as it approaches its scheduled closure in November 2025.While reflecting on the initiative for lifting over 2,300 adolescent girls out of vulnerability and keeping the

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Mukono Residents Block Kampala- Jinja Highway in Protest Over Dust

Mukono Residents Block Kampala- Jinja Highway in Protest Over Dust

Residents of Kigombya village in Mukono Municipality on Friday blocked the Kampala–Jinja highway, setting fires in the middle of the road to protest its deteriorating condition.They say the thick dust from stalled road works has disrupted their businesses and posed serious health risks.

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