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
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
Janet Museveni, ESC chairperson Prof Rev Luboga and secretary Dr Asuman Lukwago. Courtesy PhotoThe Ministry of Education and Sports, through The Education Service Commission (ESC), has summoned up to 30 teachers teachers and non-teaching staff fro
KAMPALA, Uganda — The Government of Uganda through the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has unveiled a 14.24 billion shilling water project for Hoima City, aimed at boosting supply ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.NWSC Managing Director Dr. Mugisha announced the proj
Kampala central MP Mohammed Nsereko has said that Anita Among is now in a wheel chair after being diagnosed with a blood clot in one of her legs. Nsereko says that after attending Erias Lukwago’s court appearance at Makindye on Monday, he went to the home to check on how the former speaker is d
Education authorities in Nakifuma-Nagalama Town Council have shut down four private schools after inspections revealed severe shortcomings in sanitation, infrastructure and compliance with Ministry of Education and Sports operational requirements.MUKONO — Authorities in Mukono District h
Gold scams in Uganda are becoming increasingly violent, with criminals now using firearms, abductions and killings instead of relying only on fake documents to defraud buyers.The latest case involves Jama Munyaradzi, a British-Zimbabwean national who was allegedly robbed of $600 and killed
The Deputy Commander Land Force, Maj Gen Joseph Ssemwanga, has commended ongoing UPDF infrastructure developments in Masindi and Kakiri, while urging stricter accountability in the use of development funds to ensure timely and quality completion of projects.The Deputy Commander Land Force,
Makindye Chief Magistrate’s Court was on Monday morning, June 22, 2026, filled to capacity as the high-profile bail hearing of former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago got underway under tight security and heightened public interest.Former Kampala Deputy Lord Mayor Doreen Nyanjura, who wa
