Court releases Charles Twine
Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court has released Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Charles Twine on bail after he spent over a month on remand at Luzira Prison. Appearing before Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi, Twine was granted a cash bail of Shs 5 million after 38 days in custody. His four
Stanbic launches 90-day FlexiPay Cashback Explosion
Stanbic Bank has officially launched the FlexiPay Cashback Explosion, a highly anticipated 90-day campaign featuring offers of various rewards, and increased customer engagement to encourage uptake of digital payments. FlexiPay is the bank’s innovative digital mobile platform that does not require one to have a Stanbic Bank account in order
Manafwa NRM Youths Disowns Letter Targeting MP Aspirant Musibikha
Youth leaders of the NRM Youth League from all 32 sub-counties in Manafwa District have distanced themselves from a letter circulating on social media, dated 27 June 2025, which alleges that NRM Woman MP aspirant Annet Musibikha is not a registered voter or resident of Bubilumi West Village, Buwaya Town
Access Bank completes acquisition of Standard Chartered’s retail division
Access Bank Tanzania has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of the Consumer, Private, and Business Banking division of Standard Chartered Bank Tanzania, following receipt of all regulatory approvals. The transaction marks a significant step in Access Bank Tanzania’s strategic growth, positioning it as a full-service commercial bank committed
“Three Suspects Killed in Armed Robbery Attempt in Lungujja; Police Recover Cash and Weapons”
A dramatic police operation in Lungujja, Mengo, Rubaga Division, Kampala City, on the evening of 28 June 2025, ended in the death of three suspected robbers, with two others still on the run. At approximately 8:00 PM, officers from Nateete Police Station were on routine patrol in the area when
Gen. Muhoozi Apologizes Over fatal shooting at Ssekikubo’s Rally
The Commander of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has issued an apology over the fatal shooting of Sembusi Alex, who was killed during a political rally organized by Lwemiyaga County MP Theodore Ssekikubo. The incident occurred on Thursday, sparking public outrage and calls for accountability. A condolence message
Police nabs 21 Suspects Over Robberies at National Theatre and UBC roundabout
At least 21 suspects, including two women, have been arrested in connection with a string of robberies and assaults that occurred on Saturday in the area surrounding the National Theatre and UBC roundabout. The suspects, reportedly disguised in yellow T-shirts, targeted motorists, pedestrians, and individuals heading to Kyadondo to witness
DNA Tests Confirm Four of Nine Disputed Children of Late MP Muhammad Ssegirinya
DNA tests have confirmed that only four out of the nine children claimed to be fathered by the late Kawempe North Member of Parliament, Muhammad Ssegirinya, are biologically his. The revelation was made by Alex Lusswa Luwemba, the former personal assistant to the late legislator, amidst ongoing disputes over Ssegirinya’s
Securing Health After Retirement: Why a Post-Retirement Medical Cover is a Necessity, Not a Luxury
By Darius Niwaha Kishaho For most of our working lives, we diligently pursue income, security, and a better future. We save for retirement, invest in our children’s education, and work hard to build a life of stability. But one often overlooked reality looms quietly in the background—healthcare needs in retirement.
Diageo Academy Equips over 1,600 Ugandans with Hospitality Skills
In a drive to standardise the hospitality industry and elevate service excellence, Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), through its Diageo Bar Academy (DBA) 2025 training programme, is equipping bartenders, waiters, and waitresses across the country with critical industry skills. According to Steven Baguma, UBL’s Reserve Ambassador, the intensive two-month training initiative
