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10/11/2023

Alien Skin, acknowledging Bobi Wine's flaws, questions the sincerity of his struggle.

In a bold move, Alien Skin has thrown down the gauntlet, challenging Bobi Wine to exhibit his commitment to Uganda’s liberation by selling his assets, including Busabala Beach, Kawempe properties, and his Magere residence.

Alien Skin, acknowledging Bobi Wine's flaws, questions the sincerity of his struggle. Challenge arises after a Makindye altercation involving a security guard.

11/10/2023

A section of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has expressed dissatisfaction with a High Court judge for not halting a National Delegates’ Conference called by the party secretariat on October 6.

FDC Katonga Faction is dissatisfied with a High Court judge's decision not to halt the National Delegates' Conference. The group criticizes the ruling in an internal party dispute.

11/10/2023

A group of Members of Parliament, led by Deputy Speaker Mr. Thomas Tayebwa, has strongly criticized a new proposal from Health Ministry officials.

Members of Parliament, led by Deputy Speaker Mr. Thomas Tayebwa, have strongly condemned a new proposal from Health Ministry officials. The plan seeks to implement birth control methods for girls aged 15 and above.

05/10/2023

UPDATES: Reports indicate that NUP President Robert 'Bobi Wine' Kyagulanyi was whisked away from Entebbe International Airport in a police van. It is suspected that this convoy travelling along the Entebbe Expressway is transporting Kyagulanyi.

05/10/2023

BREAKING: The President of National Unity Platform , Bobi Wine has been arrested on arrival at Entebbe International Airport.

05/10/2023

Situation at National Unity Platform headquarters

05/10/2023

Situation at National Unity Platform headquarters

03/10/2023

Targeting primarily corporate investors looking to enter the poultry business without the hassle of direct involvement, Capital Chicken promised significant returns.

Ugandans have fallen victim to yet another fraudulent scheme, as the “Capital Chicken” investment ploy has swindled people out of substantial amounts of money. Targeting primarily corporate investors looking to enter the poultry business without the hassle of direct involvement, Capital Chicken ...

30/09/2023

Dr. Aggrey Kiyingi, a Ugandan cardiologist who had been residing in Australia, has passed away, as confirmed by his wife, Mayimuna Nakayiira Kiyingi.

Dr. Aggrey Kiyingi, a Ugandan cardiologist who had been residing in Australia, has passed away, as confirmed by his wife, Mayimuna Nakayiira Kiyingi. In her announcement, Mayimuna expressed deep sadness at the loss of her beloved husband. She described Dr. Aggrey Kiyingi as not only a husband but al...

29/09/2023

Museveni expressed concern over money lenders in Uganda charging a 20 percent monthly interest rate on loans, which he believes is contributing to high su***de rates among young people.

29/09/2023

Dr. Daniel Kawuma, the leader of NUP’s Diaspora team, voiced deep disappointment with Hussein’s relentless targeting of political opponents, with a particular focus on Kyagulanyi and the NUP.

Dr. Daniel Kawuma, the leader of NUP's Diaspora team, voiced deep disappointment with Hussein's relentless targeting of political opponents, with a particular focus on Kyagulanyi and the NUP.

28/09/2023

The ruling delivered on Thursday morning cited that the Speaker violated the principles of natural justice and that there was no quorum in Parliament at the time the decision was made.

27/09/2023

Lawyer Male Mabirizi has filed a petition with the Constitutional Court, requesting a temporary injunction to halt activities involving the Kabaka (King) of the Buganda Kingdom, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi, and his agents.

Lawyer Male Mabirizi has filed a petition with the Constitutional Court, requesting a temporary injunction to halt activities involving the Kabaka (King) of the Buganda Kingdom, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi, and his agents. These activities include mass registration of settlers and the collection of ground...

27/09/2023

The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has initiated a comprehensive investigation into long-standing fraud within the organization, which is reported to have resulted in the loss of over $3 million (approximately Shs11.2 billion) from gorilla permits.

27/09/2023

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni addressed Born Again Christians (Balokole), emphasizing the importance of following the four dimensions of Jesus Christ to perform miracles and serve as positive role models in society.

These dimensions include preaching the gospel, healing the sick, feeding the hungry, and engaging in productive work for prosperity.

27/09/2023

Kasirye, a former Radio One journalist and Ghetto TV cameraman, was reportedly shot in the head during Mr. Kyagulanyi’s election campaign.

A journalist, Ashraf Kasirye, who sustained injuries in 2020 as security forces dispersed supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate, Mr. Robert Kyagulanyi, has undergone successful skull surgery in the United States of America. Kasirye, a former Radio One journalist and....

26/09/2023

The party’s divisions have given rise to two distinct factions: the Katonga faction, led by Mr. Lukwago, and the Najjanankumbi faction, still under the leadership of Mr. Amuriat as party president.

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party finds itself grappling with dual leaderships as it prepares for its national delegates conference to elect a new National Executive Committee (NEC). The party’s divisions have given rise to two distinct factions: the Katonga faction, led by Mr. Lukwago, ...

26/09/2023

The Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) says its project of breeding genetically engineered mosquitoes to control the malaria burden is in the final stages.

26/09/2023

The Katikkiro (Prime Minister) of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has provided clarification regarding Nnabagereka Sylvia Nagginda's recent visit to State House.

25/09/2023

The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) spokesperson, Hussein Ahmed, revealed that out of the 245 applications received for the position of the national men's football team coach, only two were from Ugandans. However, he did not disclose the names of the Ugandan applicants. The recruitment process also saw 34 individuals, including two Ugandans, apply for the assistant coach position of the Ugandan national football team....

25/09/2023

In a press conference on Monday, the acting president of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), Erias Lukwago, announced that the FDC delegates conference, held last week, passed several resolutions, including the suspension of former party president Patrick Amuriat. This decision came in response to disciplinary actions taken by Amuriat, and the party is now working on implementing the suspension. …...

25/09/2023

The National Unity Platform (NUP) party fulfilled its commitment to the Rwenzururu Kingdom's highly-anticipated homecoming event for King Charles Wesley Mumbere by donating Shs10 million. This pledge was originally made by NUP principal Robert Kyagulanyi on August 30 during his national mobilization tour in Kasese. Local leaders in Kasese had requested support for the event during Mr. Kyagulanyi's visit, prompting his promise to contribute to the cause....

25/09/2023

The Uganda Cancer Institute has issued a plea to the government, well-wishers, and civil society organizations for urgent assistance in providing improved accommodation for over 200 vulnerable cancer patients currently residing in tents....

20/09/2023

Muhammad Ssegirinya, the Member of Parliament for Kawempe North, has candidly revealed that he sometimes regrets his decision to join Parliament due to the challenges he has faced....

31/05/2023

MTN, one of Uganda’s leading telecom companies, has made a significant dividend payment of Shs31.48 billion to the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) for its investment in the company. This dividend payment is the largest ever received by NSSF from its equity investments.

MTN, one of Uganda’s leading telecom companies, has made a significant dividend payment of Shs31.48 billion to the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) for its investment in the company. This dividend payment is the largest ever received by NSSF from its equity investments. In 2021, during MTN’s...

31/05/2023

Authorities have reported that survivors of the deadly Al Shabaab attack on a Ugandan People’s Defense Force (UPDF) forward operating base in Somalia are steadily recovering.

Authorities have reported that survivors of the deadly Al Shabaab attack on a Ugandan People’s Defense Force (UPDF) forward operating base in Somalia are steadily recovering. Lieutenant General Sam Okiding, the force commander, visited the soldiers at the ATMIS Level two hospital in Mogadishu on T...

31/05/2023

South Africa is considering amending its law to grant itself the authority to decide whether to arrest leaders wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to statements made by Deputy Minister Obed Bapela to the BBC.

South Africa is considering amending its law to grant itself the authority to decide whether to arrest leaders wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to statements made by Deputy Minister Obed Bapela to the BBC. The proposed change comes at a time when speculation surrounds Sout...

31/05/2023

During the ongoing 10-day NRM Parliamentary Caucus retreat at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi, President Museveni lauded the members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus for their support of value addition.

During the ongoing 10-day NRM Parliamentary Caucus retreat at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi, President Museveni lauded the members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus for their support of value addition. The President acknowledged the agreement amo...

31/05/2023

In a tragic incident confirmed by the police, a well-known lawyer in Kampala City, Ronnie Mukisa, was shot and killed by unidentified assailants on Tuesday night.

In a tragic incident confirmed by the police, a well-known lawyer in Kampala City, Ronnie Mukisa, was shot and killed by unidentified assailants on Tuesday night. The 45-year-old attorney, employed at IBC Advocates in Namanda Plaza, met his untimely demise at his residence in Kitiko Birongo, Ndejje....