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ULS says ‘No One Is Safe’ amid wave of abductions, crackdown on media by army

ULS says ‘No One Is Safe’ amid wave of abductions, crackdown on media by army

ULS President Isaac Ssemakadde expressed concern over the safety of Nation Media Group Uganda Managing Director Susan Nsibirwa, saying she was unreachable amid what it described as unspecified threats, after the “Chief of Defence Forces had publicly claimed re

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Ranking all 48 World Cup teams after round one

Ranking all 48 World Cup teams after round one

Lionel Messi (centre) stole the show with an opening hat-trick but that is not enough to secure top spot for holders Argentina - Jay Biggerstaff/ReutersHow much can you read into one round of 

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Former VP Edward Ssekandi hails Gen Salim Saleh’s unmatched kindness and dedication to ordinary Ugandans

Former VP Edward Ssekandi hails Gen Salim Saleh’s unmatched kindness and dedication to ordinary Ugandans

KAMPALA, UGANDA — In a heartwarming display of enduring camaraderie and mutual respect, former Vice President Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi has publicly effused gratitude toward retired decorated military general and Senior Presidential Advise

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Natasha Museveni reflects on faith and hope after First Family’s season of prayer

Natasha Museveni reflects on faith and hope after First Family’s season of prayer

Natasha’s message comes barely a day after First Lady Janet Museveni publicly thanked Ugandans for praying for her during a recent health scare, saying her recovery was a testimony that “the God I talk about is a living God.”Natasha Museveni Karugir

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Uganda unveils new coffee brand in Brussels, targets 20 million bags of export

Uganda unveils new coffee brand in Brussels, targets 20 million bags of export

Uganda has set a target of increasing annual coffee production to 20 million 60-kilogram bags, while simultaneously promoting value addition, specialty coffee production and brand positioning in premium global markets.Brussels, Belgium: Ug

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Local Government’s Kumumanya’s Anti-Corruption Directive Shakes 135 Districts as Jobs Open to All Ugandans

Local Government’s Kumumanya’s Anti-Corruption Directive Shakes 135 Districts as Jobs Open to All Ugandans

The Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Local Government, Mr. Ben Kumumanya, has intensified the call for public servants to exercise their roles with absolute transparency and integrity.According to a new accountability battle unfolding across Uganda’s local government system, sever

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Kalangala candidates warned over rough Lake Victoria waters as campaigns end

Kalangala candidates warned over rough Lake Victoria waters as campaigns end

Candidates and their supporters traversing Kalangala District’s islands ahead of the Woman MP by-election have been asked to exercise extreme caution on Lake Victoria due to strong winds and rough waters.Water transport is usually risky between March and August as a result of seasonal wi

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UEDCL Purge: Vindictive House-Cleaning or Necessary Reform? Taxpayers Face Costly Legal Reckoning

UEDCL Purge: Vindictive House-Cleaning or Necessary Reform? Taxpayers Face Costly Legal Reckoning

KAMPALA — In a move that has sent shockwaves through Uganda’s power sector, the interim leadership at the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has terminated the contracts of seven senior managers, barely weeks after assuming office.The decision, executed on Monday,

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Curacao stun Ecuador at World Cup as former Premier League boss holds back tears

Curacao stun Ecuador at World Cup as former Premier League boss holds back tears

Curacao boss Dick Advocaat was holding back tears following his side's superb draw at the World Cup against Ecuador. Just days after a humiliating 7-1 thrashing at the hands of Germany, the tiny Caribbean island nation, home to just over 158,000 people, dug deep to claim a hard-fought goalless dr

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No More Free Money" - Gen Muhoozi Declares War on Begging, Blames God for His Bold Stand

No More Free Money" - Gen Muhoozi Declares War on Begging, Blames God for His Bold Stand

KAMPALA – Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has once again ignited debate on social media after making a controversial declaration about money, begging, and divine guidance.In a tweet posted on Sunday morning, Gen Muhoozi stated: “There is NO more money on my account. I

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