President Museveni in High-Stakes South Sudan Visit as Political Crisis Deepens

President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda arrived in Juba on Tuesday for urgent talks with South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir, as the young nation teeters on the brink of renewed conflict.…

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Kigezi Mourns the Loss of Beloved Journalist and “Kabale Kid” Shaka Ssali

The Kigezi sub-region is in deep mourning following the death of renowned journalist Shaka Ssali, the former host of Voice of America’s flagship program Straight Talk Africa. Ssali, who was…

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Uganda Ramps Up Ebola Defenses at Entebbe Airport with WHO Support

Entebbe International Airport has significantly strengthened its defenses against Ebola with new equipment provided by the World Health Organization (WHO). The global health body has delivered critical supplies to enhance…

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M23 Cries Foul as Belgian Boots Hit Congolese Soil

Belgium has deployed hundreds of soldiers to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in a controversial military mission that risks further inflaming tensions in the volatile region. Between 300…

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Nalukoola Vows to Defend Kawempe North Victory: “Even in Court, We Shall Defeat NRM”

Kawempe North MP-elect, Elias Nalukoola, has declared that his party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), is ready to defeat the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) in court if the latter…

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Luzira Prison Inmates Shine: All Candidates Pass 2024 UACE Exams with Flying Colors

In a story of hope, resilience, and second chances, all candidates from Luzira Prison who sat for the 2024 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) exams have passed, defying the…

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Mawanda’s Bid to Reenergize NRM Leadership in Western Uganda

In a bold step that has stirred Uganda’s politics, Hon. Michael Maranga Mawanda, the PLU Director of Mobilization, has officially declared his interest in the National Vice Chairperson, Western Region…

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Airtel Money Makes School Fees Load Easier: Parents Came Out Big in Back-to-School Campaign

As the back-to-school season comes to a close, Airtel Uganda has made life easier for hundreds of parents and guardians who used its Airtel Money Back-to-School ‘Pay and Win’ campaign.…

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Joseph Kony’s Family Returns to Uganda: A New Chapter for Peace

In a surprise move that has swept the country off its feet, Joseph Kony’s family, the infamous commander of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA), has been repatriated to Uganda. On…

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Miss Tourism Uganda to Politician: Elma Kapel Bids for Northern Youth MP Position

Former Miss Tourism Uganda 2017 Elma Challa Kapel has since set her sights on a new crown: the Northern region Youth Member of Parliament seat. The 27-year-old beauty queen-turned-politician has…

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