Zimbabwe Diplomat Chris Rugari confirms wife bore children outside wedlock
Chris Rugari, Zimbabwe’s Consular General to Uganda, has broken his silence following the mysterious death of his son, Nganwa Rugari, who reportedly passed away on Wednesday, April 2, under unclear circumstances. Preliminary findings indicate that on the evening of April 1, 2025, the child allegedly fell from the first floor
Share a Coke’ Campaign: Fik Fameica, Vinka Electrify Students at MUBS Cultural Gala
Singers Fik Fameica and Vinka lit up the Makerere University Business School (MUBS) Cultural Gala, thrilling students with high-energy performances that perfectly complemented the festivities on campus. The event was part of Coca-Cola Uganda’s globally cherished ‘Share a Coke’ campaign—now refreshed to resonate with Gen Z’s longing for real, meaningful
Luzira Prison Staff Clinic Set to Revolutionize Healthcare Services- Dr. Byabashaijja
The newly constructed Luzira Prison Staff Clinic is poised to transform healthcare delivery for prison staff, inmates, and surrounding communities, according to Commissioner General of Prisons, Dr. Johnson Byabashaija. This state-of-the-art facility features a wide range of modern amenities, including admission wards, an intensive care unit (ICU), maternity wards, surgical
WSUP rebrands to tackle climate and urban challenges
To mark 20 years of impact, Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor (WSUP) has unveiled a new name — Water and Sanitation for Urban Populations — alongside an ambitious 2025-2030 strategy to build climate-resilient, inclusive water and sanitation services across Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia’s fast-growing cities and towns. The
Africa’s hotel development pipeline hits record high with with 104,444 rooms awaiting completion in 2025
This year’s Hotel Development Pipeline Report, the definitive study of international hospitality development projects in Africa, reveals record activity. There are 577 hotels and resorts, with 104,444 rooms, in the development pipeline, up by 13.3% on 2024, way ahead of the single digit pipeline growth reported globally by the leading
Flexipay Users to Win Shs 500,000 for Receiving Money in new Easter Campaign
As the Easter season approaches, Flexipay by Stanbic Bank has announced a new promotional campaign offering users the chance to win Shs 500,000 when they receive money from relatives abroad. From April 7 to June 30, 2025, customers using Flexipay’s international money transfer services will be automatically entered into a
Covid-19: Court orders gov’t to pay Shs 286 million over doctor’s death
The High Court in Kiboga has awarded Shs 286 million to Flavia Kyomuhendo Musiitwa following the death of her husband, Dr. Musiitwa Michael Mugwanya. In 2022, Kyomuhendo sued the Kiboga District Local Government seeking special damages, general damages, interest, and costs of the suit. Her claim stemmed from the circumstances
Resilience – The Journey of a Determined Entrepreneur Alexander Odhiambo’s Path to Success in Africa’s Business Heroes Competition
In entrepreneurship, resilience usually makes the difference between winning and losing. Alexander Odhiambo, who co-founded and leads Solutech Limited, exemplifies this spirit. His experience in the Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize competition shows the resolve that drives successful business owners. Alexander tried twice to reach the Top 10 group. His
Dr. Singiza vows to combat corruption in judiciary
The newly sworn-in Chairperson of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), Justice Dr. Douglas Singiza, has pledged to intensify the fight against corruption within Uganda’s judiciary. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony attended by judicial officers from various court levels, members of the Judiciary’s Senior Management, and representatives from the Judicial Service
Cremation of renowned journalist Shaka Ssali underway at Jefferson Funeral Chapel
The cremation of Dr. Shaka Ssali, the esteemed former host of Voice of America’s flagship program Straight Talk Africa, is currently underway following his passing in March 2025. Born in Kabale, Uganda, Dr. Ssali went into exile after the rise of Idi Amin in 1971. He later moved to the
