The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has raised concerns about the growing involvement of security forces in Uganda’s electoral processes, warning that recent incidents during the NRM primaries could foreshadow more serious challenges in the 2026 general elections.Speaking at a party b
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has launched a nationwide campaign under the theme “I Am NIN-ED, I Am Ugandan,” aimed at strengthening national identity and promoting pride in citizenship.The campaign was unveiled at the Uganda Police Headquarters in Nagur
The Archbishop of Kampala, The Most Rev. Paul Ssemogerere, has strongly condemned the violence and human rights violations reported during the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party primaries, warning that such incidents erode Uganda’s democratic foundations and social cohesion.Speakin
Prominent Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi has been charged with illegal possession of ammunition linked to protests last month in which at least 19 people were killed.He denied the charge and has been released on bail.Mr Mwangi was not charged with "facilitation of
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has issued a strong warning to the public against electricity theft and tampering with power infrastructure, calling such acts serious criminal offenses that threaten public safety and the integrity of the national power supply.Speaking on the mat
Celebrated Ugandan ragga musician Bebe Cool is using his influential platform to champion the rights of domestic workers, calling for fair compensation and recognition of their vital contributions to households and society.His recent remarks have sparked renewed conversation on the issue o
The Mufti of Uganda, Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, has called on Ugandans to uphold peace, tolerance, and unity ahead of the upcoming national elections, warning against any form of violence that could threaten national stability.Speaking during two separate Thanksgiving ceremonies in Kaj
National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has condemned the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) over what he called widespread electoral fraud and violence during its recent party primaries.In a statement, Kyagulanyi accused the NRM of b
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has officially opened applications for Ugandans seeking to correct or update their National ID records, starting today, July 21, 2025.While addressing the media NIRA Registrar Ollama Clare noted that the exercise will cater to U
Africa’s digital economy is now worth over Shs 680 trillion—and this is just the beginning.But what does that even mean for a typical Ugandan who sells newspapers in the taxi park, owns a boda boda, or simply has a smartphone?The digital economy in itself refers to business
