MTN Uganda and Smart Girls Foundation Graduate 298 Youths in Tech and Vocational Skills
MTN Uganda, in partnership with Smart Girls Foundation, has successfully graduated 298 young people under its flagship Girls in Tech and Girls with Tools programmes. The initiative is aimed at reducing youth unemployment and closing the digital skills gap in one of Africa’s youngest nations. The 2025 cohort included 248
Museveni: Russians Behind EPS Project Were Manipulated to Impose Inflated Fines
President Yoweri Museveni has revealed that corrupt individuals manipulated the Russian partners behind Uganda’s Express Penalty System (EPS), leading to the imposition of inflated fines. His remarks barely just two months after the suspension of the EPS system. Speaking publicly, Museveni stated that he will soon name those responsible for
Pictorial: Gen. Katumba Wamala’s Son Weds Gen. Hudson Mukasa’s Daughter
Julius Wamala, son of Gen. Katumba Wamala, has tied the knot with his longtime fiancée, Leah Mwesigwa, daughter of Gen. Hudson Mukasa, in a ceremony that united two prominent military families. The couple exchanged vows at St. Andrews Church in Bukoto, in a service officiated by retired Bishop Hannington Mutebi.
Kabaka Mutebi: Kanyeihamba Was a Selfless and courageous Leader who advocated for Human Rights
The Kabaka of Buganda, His Majesty Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, has hailed the late Prof. George W. Kanyeihamba as a “selfless leader” and “fearless defender of human rights. The retired Supreme Court Justice and constitutional scholar passed away earlier this week. In a condolence message addressed to the family in
Court Blocks Jimmy Akena from Seeking Third Term as UPC President
The High Court in Kampala has blocked Jimmy James Michael Akena from contesting for a third term as President of the Uganda Peoples Congress (UPC), ruling that his nomination for the 2025–2030 term is unconstitutional. In a decisive judgment delivered on Friday, Justice Bernard Namanya declared Akena’s nomination “illegal, void,
Court Orders Minister Mayanja to Stop Interfering with Kabaka’s Land in Kaazi
The High Court has issued an order restraining Sam Mayanja, the State Minister for Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, and all his agents from interfering with the Kabaka’s land in Kaazi. Minister Mayanja had previously directed the cancellation of all land titles on the contested Kaazi land during a public
Vipers SC Unveil Belgian Ivan Jacky Minnaert as New Head Coach
In a move that has sent ripples through African football, Uganda Premier League giants Vipers Sports Club have announced the surprise appointment of enigmatic Belgian manager Ivan Jacky Minnaert as their new head coach. Though the club, headquartered in Kitende, declared it a “long-term commitment,” no specific contract duration was
List: Top NRM Ministers Lose Party Tickets in Shocking Primary Results
The just-concluded National Resistance Movement (NRM) party primaries have delivered a major upset for several incumbent ministers, many of whom failed to secure the party’s endorsement for the upcoming general elections. Despite their senior roles in the current cabinet, these ministers were decisively voted out at the grassroots—a clear signal
Electoral Commission Moves Presidential Nomination Dates
In a surprising shift that’s sure to stir political waters, the Electoral Commission has announced a sudden change to the 2025/2026 presidential nomination calendar—moving the key dates earlier by nearly two weeks. What was originally a straightforward nomination set for October 2nd and 3rd has now been brought forward to
Standard Chartered launches digital assets trading for institutional clients
In line with its commitment to offer clients safe, trusted and efficient digital assets solutions and following the successful launch of its digital assets custody service, Standard Chartered recently launched a fully integrated digital assets trading service for institutional clients. The offering includes spot trading for Bitcoin (XBT/USD) and Ether
