Internet Shutdown: Bobi Wine Endorses Bitchat App Ahead of 2026 Elections
National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine has unveiled Bitchat, an application his supporters are expected to use in case the internet is shut down during the 2026 elections On November 29, 2025, Bobi Wine urged his supporters to prepare alternative means of communication
Inside Kabaka Mutebi’s Visit to Murchison Falls National Park
His Majesty Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, accompanied by members of the Royal Family, paid a visit to Karuma Wildlife Reserve at Chobe, within the Murchison Falls Conservation Area. Joined by family members, including Prince Crispin Jjunju and Prince Richard Ssemakookilo, the Kabaka undertook a one-and-a-half-hour guided game drive through
Lawyer Sarah Bireete Arrested
Human rights lawyer and Executive Director of the Center for Constitutional Governance (CCG), Sarah Bireete, has been arrested. Her arrest was confirmed by police. “My house is under siege by police and army,” Bireete wrote on X, formerly Twitter. “The Uganda Police Force would like to confirm the arrest of
Inside the President Museveni’s Proposal to Sack Ineffective MPs
President Yoweri Museveni has called on Parliament to consider a bold move allowing MPs to be removed from office before their term ends if they fail to deliver on campaign promises. He made the statement on Monday during his second campaign rally in Mpigi District, responding to residents’ frustrations over poor service delivery.
TDB at 40: Ggoobi Credits Bank’s Evolution for Driving Regional Development
The Trade and Development Bank Group (TDB Group) has marked 40 years of operations with renewed praise from government and financial sector leaders, who credit the institution’s transformation for its growing role in financing trade, regional integration, and sustainable development across Africa. Speaking at a high-level anniversary reception in Kampala,
Uganda Showcases Cultural and Tourism Excellence in Morocco
Uganda has showcased its rich cultural heritage and tourism potential at a high-profile “Uganda Night” event held at Villa Soraya in Rabat, Morocco, as part of efforts to promote the country under the Explore Uganda brand. The event was hosted by the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) in partnership with the
UEDCL Upgrades Kampala South Substation, Boosting Capacity to 34MW
Thousands of households and businesses along Entebbe Road are expected to experience improved electricity reliability following the upgrade of the Kampala South Substation from 20 megawatts to 34 megawatts by the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL). The upgrade, recently commissioned, involved the installation of a new 10/14 MVA, 33/11
Over 35 Women and Girls Graduate Under Leesu Skilling Initiative in Mbarara
At least 36 women and girls have graduated under the Leesu Skilling Initiative, a six-month vocational training programme designed to equip women and girls with practical skills for sustainable livelihoods. The graduation ceremony was held at the Reach A Hand Clinic in Kempungu Village, Kashari Sub-county, Mbarara District, Western Uganda.
CAIA–Uganda, WNETF Lead Fight Against Illicit Alcohol in West Nile
The Coalition Against Illicit Alcohol Uganda Chapter (CAIA–Uganda), together with the West Nile Education Trust Fund (WNETF), has called for a united fight against the consumption of illicit alcohol. The call was made during a community marathon held yesterday in Arua. The marathon aimed to promote healthy lifestyle choices among
Court quashes Besigye’s Bail application, Orders Him to Take Plea
Former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye has again been denied bail, with court directing that he first takes plea on the charges levelled against him. The High Court judge Emmanuel Baguma also declined to halt the criminal trial pending the determination of a Constitutional Court petition challenging the proceedings. However, the
