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M23 Military Chief Sultani Makenga Reportedly Dies in Kampala After Injuries

M23 Military Chief Sultani Makenga Reportedly Dies in Kampala After Injuries

KAMPALA, Uganda — The March 23 Movement (M23) has announced the reported death of its long-serving military commander, Sultani Makenga, saying he succumbed to injuries at a hospital in Kampala.In a communiqué issued from Goma on 25th February the rebel coalition stated that Makenga sust

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Iganga NUP boss says ‘no grudges’ after election defeat

Iganga NUP boss says ‘no grudges’ after election defeat

Iganga NUP Chairperson Grace Ndizaawa says he has forgiven political rivals after losing Iganga Central Division chairperson race, and reiterates a call for unity and reconciliation for better service delivery.Grace Ndizaawa, popularly known as Commander War Child, expressed gratitude to s

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South Ankole Diocese Marks 14 Years, Commissions 80 Lay Readers

South Ankole Diocese Marks 14 Years, Commissions 80 Lay Readers

South Ankole Diocese of the Church of Uganda has marked 14 years since its inception with a grand thanksgiving celebration, highlighted by the commissioning of 80 lay readers and renewed calls for humility, peace and community development.The celebrations were held on Sunday at St Mathews

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Ugandan Leaders Rally for Unity, Peace Ahead of January 15 Elections

Ugandan Leaders Rally for Unity, Peace Ahead of January 15 Elections

His Royal Highness (HRH) "Won Ateker" Papa Kumam Raphael Otaya addressing his people.Political and cultural leaders from northern Uganda have urged citizens to maintain peace, reject ethnic division, and safeguard national unity ahead of the January 15 elections, while voicing support for

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Why Muslims do not celebrate Christmas

Why Muslims do not celebrate Christmas

What would you do if the neighbour, friend, or relative you hosted to a mega feast on Eid Day sometime in June now wants to return the favour by hosting you for Christmas? Would you simply tell them: ‘No thanks’? Fake a parallel programme? Or smile all the way to the serving table? Tha

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Burundi: Rwandan Army Attacking Our Forces in DRC

Burundi: Rwandan Army Attacking Our Forces in DRC

The Burundian army is deployed in DRCBurundi on Sunday accused the Rwandan army of carrying out direct attacks against its troops deployed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, sharply escalating a diplomatic confrontation as fighting intensifies around the strategic city of Uvira.

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Chaos in Yumbe as Muslim youth attack Christians over pork sale.

Chaos in Yumbe as Muslim youth attack Christians over pork sale.

Some of the destoryed property after Tuesday violent clashes erupted between Muslim youths and Christian traders over the sale of pork. Police say the situation is now calm but tense.Yumbe, Uganda: Tension gripped Yumbe Town in the West Nile Sub-region on Tuesday after a violent confrontat

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Kadaga Urges Peaceful Coexistence Between Refugees and Host Communities at Kampala Marathon

Kadaga Urges Peaceful Coexistence Between Refugees and Host Communities at Kampala Marathon

First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs Rebecca Kadaga has called for stronger ties between refugees and host communities, describing the Urban Refugee Marathon as a unifying platform that promotes peaceful coexistence.Kadaga made the remarks at the seco

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I Wanted War With NUP, But PFF Wanted Peace – Munyagwa Reveals Why He Rejected Joining Besigye

I Wanted War With NUP, But PFF Wanted Peace – Munyagwa Reveals Why He Rejected Joining Besigye

Former Kawempe South MP and fiery political figure Mubarak Munyagwa has finally opened up about his decision to distance himself from the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), a political platform spearheaded by longtime opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye.

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Leaders Must Champion Conservation: Politics and Nature Intertwined in Kamwenge

Leaders Must Champion Conservation: Politics and Nature Intertwined in Kamwenge

As Uganda grapples with increasing environmental degradation, conservationists and political observers alike are emphasising the importance of electing leaders who are passionate about protecting nature. The intersection of politics and conservation is no longer theoretical—it is a pressing rea

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