Besigye’s Illness Derails Treason Case Hearing
Veteran opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide Hajj Obeid Lutale were absent from court today as the hearing of their treason case was set to begin. Dr. Besigye cited illness, while Lutale claimed he was simply unable to attend. Their absence was formally communicated through letters submitted to
Standard Chartered Rewards 38 Lucky Winners in July Deposit Campaign
Standard Chartered Bank Uganda has announced 38 winners of the “Jaguza ne Standard Chartered,” campaign for the month of July. Designed to reward clients for saving, transacting and maintaining deposits with the Bank from July 1, 2023 to 30th September 2025. The lucky draw winners are walking away with home
Indomie Named Uganda’s Best Instant Noodles at 2025 People’s Choice Awards
Indomie, the instant noodles brand loved across Uganda, has once again been crowned Best Instant Noodles at the People’s Choice Awards 2023, held yesterday at the Imperial Royal Hotel in Kampala. This marks the fourth consecutive win, reaffirming Indomie’s place at the heart of family mealtimes. Indomie’s success lies in a
Haco Brands Sosoft and Amara Win Big at the People’s Choice Awards 2025
HACO Industries is celebrating a double victory at the prestigious People’s Choice Awards 2025, where two of its flagship brands—Sosoft Fabric Softener and Amara Skin Care—were recognized as Uganda’s most trusted brands in their categories. Sosoft was crowned Best Fabric Softener, while Amara emerged as the Best Skin Care Cosmetic,
Double Royal Blessing: Kyabazinga and Queen Jovia Celebrate Birth of Twin Sons
A wave of jubilation has swept across the Busoga Kingdom as Kyabazinga William Wilberforce Kadhumbula Gabula Nadiope IV and Queen Jovia Mutesi proudly welcome the birth of their twin sons. The royal twins, Prince William Ethan Nadiope and Prince Arnold Eli Nadiope, were born on August 27, 2025, a joyous
How NRM Endorsed Basajjabalaba to Lead Entrepreneurs League Through 2031
In a move raising fresh questions about internal democracy within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), businessman Hassan Basajjabalaba has been endorsed unopposed as Chairperson of the party’s Entrepreneurs League for the 2025–2031 term. The decision was reached during a closed-door meeting convened by President Yoweri Museveni at State Lodge
Uganda’s Eye Health Crisis: Lapaire Bets on Teen Curiosity to Build the Next Generation of Specialists
As Uganda struggles with a critical shortage of eye health professionals fewer than 500 specialists for a population nearing 46 million Lapaire Uganda has taken an unusual step: turning to teenagers for solutions. Last Saturday, the optical firm opened its doors to a crowd not often seen in the clinical corridors of
President Museveni Appoints Justice Jane Frances Abodo as New Principal Judge
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Justice Jane Frances Abodo as the new Principal Judge. The appointment was confirmed by Faruk Kirunda, Special Presidential Assistant in charge of Press and Mobilization at the Office of the President. “I hereby confirm that the letter circulating on social media regarding the appointment of
Busoga Sub-Region Sugarcane Growers Express Dismay Over Minister’s Failure to Send Nominee to Cabinet for Approval
Busoga sub-region sugarcane growers have expressed their frustration over the Minister of Trade’s failure to send their nominee to the Cabinet for approval. In May 2023, the President signed the Sugar (Amendment) Bill, 2023, marking a significant step toward addressing the challenges facing Uganda’s sugar industry. The bill aims to
Ex-Military Intelligence Chief Maj Gen James Birungi Arrested Over Treason, Corruption
Uganda’s former Chief of Military Intelligence, Major General James Birungi, has been arrested and is currently detained at Makindye Military Police Prison. He is expected to face trial before the General Court Martial on multiple charges, including treason, corruption, and other serious offences, according to defence officials who spoke on
