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Political Undercurrents Shake PLU as Kabanda Breaks Silence

Internal tensions within the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) have resurfaced after senior member Kabanda publicly responded to what he termed a “calculated social media assault” against him, reigniting...

I’ll Marry After My Daughter Walks Down the Aisle — King Micheal

“I will first give my daughter’s hand in marriage before I think about marriage. I will be watching my beautiful daughter walking down the aisle. I invite you all...

44-year-old blind man remanded for defiling 15-year-old girl

A court in Mukono has found a 44-year-old blind man guilty of defilement after he admitted to having sex with a 15-year-old girl who had been hired to help...

Government warns motorists against paying criminals who steal vehicle number plates

KAMPALA: The Ministry of Works and Transport has issued a stern warning to motorists against paying money to criminals who steal vehicle number plates and later demand bribes for...

Nalukoola Challenges Appeals to Clergy Over Political Detainees

KAMPALA: Elias Nalukoola has sparked debate after questioning why Ugandans should seek the intervention of religious leaders in securing the release of alleged political prisoners instead of directly engaging...

Primary Four Pupil Dies at Unregistered Boarding School in Kalungu

Kalungu, Uganda: Tragedy struck a local school in Kalungu District when a Primary Four pupil reportedly died inside a dormitory at an unregistered boarding school on Tuesday. The nine-year-old girl,...

Prima Kadarshi issues a public apology to Geosteady and his wife Hindu Kay.

Socialite and businesswoman Prima Kadarshi has issued a public apology to baby daddy Geosteady and his wife Hindu Kay. A few days ago, Geosteady and Hindu Kay cemented their relationship...

Norbert Mao Seeks Museveni’s Backing for 12th Parliament Speakership

The opposition Democratic Party (DP) president, also Laroo-Pece Member of Parliament-elect, Norbert Mao, has written to the chairman of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), president Yoweri Museveni seeking...

Govt to Spend Shs56.9 Billion on LC1, LC2 Elections Ahead of Museveni Swearing-In

KAMPALA: The Government of Uganda has approved a budget of Shs56.9 billion to facilitate the long-awaited elections for Local Council One (LC1) and Local Council Two (LC2) leaders, with...

Gold Mine Collapse in Bushenyi Claims Five Lives

At least five people have been confirmed dead following the collapse of a gold mine in Kayanga Village, Kyamuhunga Sub‑County, Bushenyi District. The incident occurred when the artisanal mining pit...

East Kyoga Police Recover 525 Passports in Major Soroti Crackdown on Illegal Travel Documents

SOROTI CITY: Security agencies in Eastern Uganda have intensified investigations into a suspected illegal passport racket after East Kyoga Regional Police recovered an additional 264 Ugandan passports in Soroti...

“Justice Delayed? Besigye’s Trial Hinges on Prosecution’s Evidence “

KAMPALA — The High Court of Uganda in Kampala has adjourned the hearing of opposition figure Kizza Besigye and his co-accused to March 12, 2026, directing the prosecution to...

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Naabasumba Rahma Crowned Miss Tourism Buganda at Bulange Mengo

It was a vibrant and colourful evening at Bulange Mengo in Kampala as the Buganda region selected its representatives for the Miss Tourism Uganda...

NAM Angels EST: The Ugandan Label Building a New Home for Emerging Music Talent  

In Uganda’s fast-changing music industry, where new artists emerge almost every day, one of the biggest challenges has always been finding the right support...

Uganda Nominates Olara Otunnu for United Nations Secretary-General

KAMPALA, Uganda — July 26, 2026 — The Government of Uganda has officially nominated veteran diplomat and former Foreign Affairs Minister Ambassador Olara Otunnu...

Grace Mutoni Leads Metro Queens to Miss Tourism Uganda Finale Beauty

Queen Grace Karen Mutoni has been crowned Miss Tourism Metro 2026/2027 after emerging the winner among contestants who competed for the regional title. Mutoni...

Uganda Named EAC Regional Hub for Virology Research

KAMPALA — Uganda has strengthened its position as a regional leader in infectious disease surveillance after the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) was designated...