Colonization of the Mind: The Means, Roots, and Global Perils of U.S. Cognitive Warfare
The Historical Facts of U.S. Colonization of the MindHans Morgenthau, an American political scientist, believed that “…the most successful of imperialistic policies. It aims not at the conquest of territory or at the control of economic life, but at the conquest and control of the minds of men….” By deconstructing
Empowering Kampala’s Youth through Secure Land Tenure
By Christopher Burke Uganda’s urban population is rapidly expanding and nowhere is this more visible than in Kampala. The capital city has experienced significant growth in informal settlements over the past two decades, driven largely by young people migrating in search of employment and affordable housing. Today, an estimated 60 percent
Police Arrest Ssewanyana Ahead of Bobi Wine’s Nomination
Police have arrested Makindye West MP Allan Ssewanyana ahead of Bobi Wine’s Presidential Nomination, Daily Star has learned. The MP was arrested alongside a group of boda-boda riders at Lweza Junction, ahead of the presidential nomination of Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, the president of the National Unity
Police Launch Manhunt for Alien Skin Over Murder of Top Dancer
The Uganda Police have launched a manhunt for controversial musician Patrick Mulwana, popularly known as Alien Skin, following the murder of Wilfred Namuwaya, a TikToker and former dancer in the Fangone Forest group, known by his stage name Top Dancer. The incident has sparked public outrage after disturbing footage emerged
Nandala Mafabi: We Are Not Here to Undo What Museveni Has Achieved
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential flag bearer, Nathan Nandala Mafabi, has revealed his plans to transform Uganda’s economy ahead of the 2026 presidential elections. Mafabi is scheduled to be nominated later today, alongside National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine. The two
Bobi Wine, Mafabi Set for Nomination Amid Tight 2026 Race
Both Opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential flag bearer Nathan Nandala Mafabi and National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential flag bearer Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, are scheduled for nomination today. Their nomination follows that of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate Yoweri Kaguta Museveni; Elton Joseph Mabirizi, President of
UPC Barred from 2026 Presidential Race Amid Leadership Crisis
The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC), once synonymous with Uganda’s post-independence governance, has been barred from fielding a presidential candidate in the 2026 elections. The Independent Electoral Commission (EC) made the announcement, citing internal constitutional violations, defiance of court orders, and a prolonged leadership crisis that has fractured the once-dominant party
Lapaire Expands to Kawempe, Aims for One Million Eye Tests in 2025
Lapaire, has opened its 19th branch in Uganda, located in Kawempe, a strategic addition marking its 15th branch in the Kampala metropolitan area. Speaking at the launch, John Hilary, the Public Relations and Communications Officer for Lapaire in East Africa, emphasized the company’s commitment to transforming eye care access across
US Cautions Its Nationals amid Presidential Nominations in Uganda
The U.S. government has issued a security advisory to its nationals amid the ongoing presidential nominations taking place in Kampala. Earlier today, the Electoral Commission commenced the nomination process with the incumbent President Yoweri Museveni of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) being the first to be nominated. He was followed
EC Nominates Museveni for 2026 Presidential Elections
The Electoral Commission has officially nominated President Yoweri Museveni as a candidate in the upcoming 2026 Presidential Elections. President Museveni, accompanied by First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni, was received by party leaders before proceeding to the nomination desk at the Electoral Commission headquarters in Lubowa. His nomination was formally declared
