Bunyoro Kingdom has been plunged into mourning following the tragic death of Prince Baguma Patrick Jolly Ateenyi, who died in a road accident late Friday night on the Busega Express Highway, part of Kampala’s Northern Bypass. Prince Baguma, a son of the late Omubiito Ramuji of Katasiha in Hoima, was a prominent cultural and political […]
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Ruhindi, Burora Win Nakawa NRM Primaries
The Former Attorney General Fred Ruhindi has been declared the winner of Nakawa East Constituency Parliamentary flag bearer for National Resistance Movement within the internal party structures. Ruhindi was declared winner of Nakawa East NRM Primaries for Constituency flag bearer with 91 percent, translating to 8,619 Votes and his rival Ssegirinya David Kintu has obtained […]
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Museveni Nomination Speech Verbatim
SPEECH BY HIS EXCELLENCY YOWERI KAGUTA MUSEVENI, GENERAL (RTD) SSABALWANYI SSEMALUNGU PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA AT THE NOMINATION DAY – 5TH JULY, 2025 H.E. the Vice President, Rt. Hon Speaker, Chief Justice, The NRM Vice-Chairman, All the other leaders and supporters of the NRM, and all Ugandans: Greetings. I want to thank the NRM […]
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Wealth Creation Key to Escaping Poverty, Says Museveni
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called upon Ugandans to reject corruption and make decisions based on principles and national interest rather than short-term financial incentives, which are likely to distort democratic outcomes. “Why should you be influenced and throw away your power to elect your desired candidate? Therefore, when you see someone bringing money that […]
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DRC Justice Minister Resigns Amid Embezzlement Probe and M23 Accusations
The Justice Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Constant Mutamba, has resigned following the publication of a letter on Wednesday, showing he is under investigation for allegedly embezzling government funds. Mutamba had previously advocated for capital punishment for corrupt individuals, and he stepped down after prosecutors requested parliamentary approval on Monday to initiate an […]
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Busoga NRM Leaders Endorse Kadaga Amid Rising Tensions Over CEC Seat
As political tension intensifies within the National Resistance Movement (NRM) over the position of Second National Vice Chairperson (Female) on the Central Executive Committee (CEC), a coalition of party leaders from the Busoga region has publicly thrown its weight behind Rt. Hon. Dr. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, the current office bearer. On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, […]
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Rights Groups Decry Arrest of Kenyan Developer Behind Anti-Bill Website
Kenyan human rights organisations have strongly criticised the arrest of a software developer who created a website opposing a controversial finance bill, warning that it signals a growing crackdown on free expression. The arrest of Rose Njeri has stirred public anger, particularly on social media, with activists and civil society accusing the government of silencing critics through […]
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Lt Gen Muhanga Calls for Discipline Among Ugandan Forces in South Sudan
The Commander of the UPDF Land Forces, Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga, has called on Ugandan troops deployed in South Sudan to maintain peak combat readiness and uphold strict discipline at all times. “As forces on mission, you must uphold unwavering discipline and maintain peak combat readiness through ongoing training,” Lt Gen Muhanga said during an […]
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Uganda, CAR, and South Sudan Sign Deal to Boost Connectivity
President Yoweri Museveni on Friday presided over a landmark tripartite meeting at the State Lodge in Fort Portal, where delegations from Uganda, the Central African Republic (CAR), and South Sudan signed a transformative agreement to launch a 1,100 km road project. The initiative aims to enhance regional connectivity, trade, and security across the three nations. […]
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Haffy Powers Set to Co-Host Morning Xpress with Adam Kungu on Sanyuka TV
Sanyuka TV has announced a major addition to its lineup, with beloved media personality Hasifa Nabbanja, popularly known as Haffy Powers, set to co-host the vibrant Morning Xpress alongside Kungu Al-mahadi Adam popularly known as Adam Kungu. The news, unveiled today, has sparked excitement among fans eagerly awaiting Haffy’s next move since her recent transition […]