Grief, tributes and unanswered questions as former UCU DOSA is laid to rest
Mourners gathered in sombre reflection on Sunday as the late former Director of Student Affairs at Uganda Christian University was laid to rest at her ancestral home in Kashari, Mbarara, bringing to a close days of vigils, tributes and soul-searching following her violent death. Pamela Tumwebaze was buried at about
China Broadens Zero-Tariff Access for African Exports in Landmark Trade Move
China has unveiled an expanded zero-tariff policy for imports from most African countries, a decision widely seen as a significant shift in trade relations between Asia and the continent. The move transforms earlier preferential arrangements into one of the most far-reaching unilateral market access initiatives extended to developing regions. Scheduled
Alupo calls for UN Security Council Reforms to Deliver Tangible Results for Africa
Vice President Jessica Alupo has called on the UN Security Council Reforms to deliver tangible results for Africa. Alipo said during the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) at the AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Convened under the
Valentine’s day: Family Medical Point, Partners Extend Free Health Services to Women and Girls in Kigungu
More than 50 women and girls at Makusa Landing Site in Kigungu accessed free medical and counselling services on Saturday, February 14, during a community outreach dedicated to strengthening personal safety and sexual and reproductive health. The initiative was led by Family Medical Point (FMP) in partnership with Rotary Club
Police Arrest Prime Suspect in Tumwebaze Pamela Murder Case
The Joint Security Task Team has arrested the prime suspect in connection with the murder of Tumwebaze Pamela. The 46-year-old Director of Student Affairs at Uganda Christian University (UCU), and a resident of Gwafu West Village, Seeta Ward, Goma Division, Mukono District, was found dead in her bedroom on February
Nile Breweries Appoints Lumonya as New Board Chairperson
Nile Breweries Limited (NBL), Uganda’s leading beer manufacturer, is pleased to announce the appointment of Olive Birungi Lumonya as Chairperson of the Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2026. Ms. Lumonya assumes the position following the untimely passing of Mr. Francis Onapito Ekomoloit in September 2024. The company also announces the
How Valentine’s Day Became a Celebration of Love in Uganda
Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, is observed annually on February 14. It originated as a Christian feast day honouring one or more early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine. Over time, the day evolved into a major cultural, religious and commercial celebration
Stanbic’s Mumba Kalifungwa Calls for Inclusive Growth ahead of Uganda’s First Oil
Stanbic Bank Uganda’s Chief Executive, Mumba Kalifungwa has said Uganda’s future is not something to be observed from a distance, but something to be actively shaped calling on leaders across government, business, finance, and policy to translate macroeconomic momentum into inclusive, long-term prosperity. Speaking under the theme ‘Uganda’s Inflection Point:
Africa to Host Global Health Dialogue as Nairobi Prepares for World Health Summit Meeting
Africa is set to take centre stage in the global health dialogue as Nairobi prepares to host the World Health Summit Regional Meeting (WHSRM) 2026 from April 27–29 at the United Nations Office at Nairobi. The high-level gathering is part of the broader World Health Summit platform, which seeks to
Inside UCE impressive performance and grading system
Uganda has registered a significant improvement in performance in the 2025 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations, with at least 99.6% of candidates passing. The results were released today at State House, Nakasero, by First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni. The pass rate marks an increase
