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Nambooze likened Mao’s political conduct to “a wedded woman cheating on her husband”

Veteran opposition politician and Mukono Municipality MP, Betty Nambooze, has launched a scathing attack on Democratic Party (DP) leader Norbert Mao over his bid for the Speakership of the...

Tayebwa Urges African MPs to Resist European Parliament Interference

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has urged African legislators meeting under the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) to strongly push back against increasing interference by the European...

Government orders 11 Sudanese diplomats to leave Uganda

In April 1996, Uganda severed diplomatic ties with Sudan, expelling several diplomats over accusations of supporting rebels and a suspected plot to assassinate President Museveni. Thirty-one years ago, Uganda took...

Tight Security, Traffic Disruptions Expected Ahead of Museveni Swearing-In

Security agencies have warned of traffic disruptions and heightened security across Kampala ahead of President Yoweri Museveni’s swearing-in for a new five-year term at Kololo Independence Grounds. Police spokesperson Kituuma...

Jamaican musician Spice Donates Shs37 Million to Uganda Conservation Efforts

International dancehall and reggae star Spice has named a Southern White Rhino after herself and donated approximately shs37 million (USD 10,000) to support Uganda’s national rhino conservation programme during...

VIDEO: Mildred Tuhaise talks about witchcraft in Ugandan Media

Television presenter Mildred Tuhaise has spoken about alleged sabotage, workplace discrimination and suspected witchcraft encounters during her long career in Uganda’s media industry. Four-point summary Mildred Tuhaise says she faced...

RDC Salaries Set to Triple Under New UGX 29Bn Government Proposal

Taxpayers could soon be footing Shillings 29.079 billion annually to fund a salary enhancement for Resident District Commissioners (RDCs) and their deputies, ending a 20-year pay freeze. The proposal was...

12th Parliament Set To Revisit Controversial NGO Funding Bill Amid Growing Civic Space Debate

As Uganda’s 12th Parliament prepares to officially begin business following the swearing-in of legislators next week, political attention is once again shifting toward the controversial NGO Funding Bill, 2026...

Court overturns decisions in a 20-year land dispute involving Patrick Kasulu

The Supreme Court has overturned decisions in a 20-year land dispute involving former property dealer Patrick Kasulu.The dispute dates back to 2004 when a man called Nelson Ochaya Marie,...

Lira Couple Jailed for Forcing Teenager to Eat Human Faeces

The Chief Magistrate’s Court in Lira has sentenced a couple, Walter Otim and his wife, Collin Otim, to 10 and 3 years imprisonment respectively after being found guilty of...

VIDEO: Link Bus Destroyed by Fire Along Mityana–Mubende Road

Traffic along the busy Mityana–Mubende Road was temporarily disrupted after a passenger bus belonging to Link Bus caught fire at Kikonge, sparking panic among travelers and nearby residents. The bus,...

Govt Returns Free Education Plan to Cabinet Over Funding Gaps

The government’s plan to fully implement free and compulsory basic education is set to return to Cabinet for fresh guidance, as significant funding gaps and other critical challenges continue...

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Jaffar Suleiman Donates Shs1 Million to Complete Late Kapere Lufotose’s House Through King Saha

UK-based promoter and businessman Jaffar Suleiman has contributed Shs1 million towards the completion of the unfinished house belonging to late comedian Kapere Lufotose, channeling...

Winnie Nwagi Says Busy Schedule Limits Meetings With Sheebah, Declares 2026 Her Biggest Year

Ugandan singer Winnie Nwagi has explained why she rarely meets fellow musician Sheebah Karungi, attributing the limited interaction to her demanding performance schedule. Speaking in...

Frank Gashumba Insists Chameleone Is East Africa’s Best, Ranks Him Above Diamond Platnumz

Businessman and outspoken commentator Frank Gashumba has reiterated his belief that Jose Chameleone is the most talented musician in East Africa, maintaining that the...

Kabako Questions Need for Musicians’ President, Says Meshach Semakula Is Bigger Than the Title

Ugandan singer Roden Y Kabako, popularly known as Kabako, has challenged calls for veteran musician Meshach Semakula to become president of Ugandan artists, arguing...

PLU’s Frank Mwesigye Offers Kapere’s Widow Shs1 Million, Promises School Bursaries for Children

Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) official Frank Mwesigye has offered Shs1 million to the family of late comedian Yokana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere...