MATUGGA, Uganda — Veteran journalist and commentator Andrew Mwenda, whose written attacks on Dr. Matthias Magoola provoked a public scolding from President Yoweri Museveni, apologized to Magoola’s face, said he had been wrong to call him a conman without eve
German pastor Martin Niemöller, reflecting on the rise of Nazi Germany, wrote the now famous words: “First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Socialist... Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for
Senior Presidential Advisor Odrek Rwabwogo, who also marries President Museveni’s daughter Patience, has vowed to dedicate the next five years of the NRM government to rallying, galvanizing and bringing together what he calls ‘progressive forces’ to vigoro
The Kenyan government has launched an emergency repatriation programme to bring home citizens caught in the rising tide of anti-foreigner hostility sweeping parts of South Africa, as displaced Kenyans report losing homes, businesses, and livelihoods to attacks t
The government has intensified efforts to stop the destruction of forests for coffee cultivation, warning that the practice threatens environmental conservation and Uganda’s lucrative coffee export market.The renewed campaign follows increasing cases of
Nilestar Bus Service releases new travel schedule for Kampala–West Nile routes, with up to 5 daily trips to Arua. See full timetable and office contacts.”Nilestar, the premium bus operator known for its slogan “With you over every Mile,” has annou
UCAA Director General Fred Bamwesigye addresses the media at the end of a full-scale aviation security exercise in Entebbe on June 26, 2026. Photo by Eve Muganga.The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) plans to separate its regulatory and airport opera
Health facilities in Mbarara City are struggling to keep up with surging demand for Lenacapavir, the revolutionary HIV prevention injection that only needs to be taken twice a year.The new injectable Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), popularly known as “
Mason Greenwood has reportedly agreed on personal terms for a move away from Marseille but the French club are unlikely to have their demands metMason Greenwood has delivered Manchester United a setback by reportedly reaching an agreement on personal te
Bank of Uganda data shows the local currency briefly strengthened further to about Shs3,646 per dollar earlier this week before surrendering some gains as demand for foreign currency resurfaced.KAMPALA: Uganda’s shilling has staged
