Orthodox Church to Orchestrate Kabaka Mutebi’s 71st Birthday Celebrations
The Orthodox Church in Uganda has been tasked with leading the preparations for the 71st birthday celebrations of Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, highlighting the growing role of faith communities in Buganda’s cultural milestones. The organizing committee was unveiled by Archbishop Jeronimos Muzeeyi at the church headquarters in Namungoona. Fr.
Uganda–France Partnership a Model of Humanity and Inclusion-Ambassador Amule
As global diplomacy continues to evolve in an increasingly interconnected world, Uganda’s Ambassador to France, Doreen Ruth Amule, has pointed to Uganda–France relations as a powerful example of how humanity and inclusion can shape meaningful international cooperation. Speaking at a Job Fair held at the International French School in Kampala
Ugandan Students Embrace Russian Language to Boost Diplomacy and Cultural Ties
A growing number of Ugandans are looking beyond English, turning to international languages as gateways to global opportunity, diplomacy, and cultural exchange. This shift was on full display at a vibrant showcase where Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) personnel and civilian students demonstrated their command of the Russian language—not just
Imperialist war on Iran during Ramadan 2026
The birth of imperialism in Apartheid South Africa Imperialism is global in structure. It evolved from apartheid colonialism in the gold mines of emerging South Africa in the 19th century. After the South Africa War of 1899-1902 the private British-owned Chamber of Mines ruled South Africa from 1902 to 1910.
Masaka Businessman Bitanda, Two Children Killed in Entebbe Express Highway Crash
Tragedy struck on the Entebbe Express Highway as Masaka City business man Bosco Sennyonjo, popularly known as Bosco Bitanda, and two of his children lost their lives in a devastating car accident. The crash involved a Toyota Land Cruiser, registration number UBG 734S, driven by Ssenyonjo Bosco, a businessman and
Makerere Career Expo 2026: Stanbic Calls on Graduates to Prepare for the Future of Work
Students and recent graduates are being challenged to take charge of their futures, and Stanbic Bank is offering the tools to do it. Speaking at the Makerere Career Expo 2026 on March 13, Israel Arinaitwe, Head of Personal Banking, called on young people to actively tap into youth-focused empowerment initiatives.
Fire Ravages Katwe Market, Traders Count Heavy Losses
Panic and smoke filled the air at Katwe Market on Sunday evening as a sudden fire tore through the bustling trading hub, destroying property valued at millions of shillings. The blaze, whose origin remains unknown, erupted around 6:00 p.m., according to eyewitnesses. Within moments, flames had spread through multiple sections
Teen Entrepreneur Pushes Bold Plan to Fund Community Groups in Uganda
While most teenagers are focused on exams and extracurricular activities, 16-year-old Martin Luther Nyanzi is taking on a far bigger challenge: trying to influence how Uganda finances grassroots development. The O-Level student at Kisozi High School has petitioned the Parliament of Uganda to consider legislation that would allow Community-Based Organisations
CeLPII to Pilot IP-Backed Lending Initiative Following Creative Economy Dialogue
As Uganda’s creative economy continues to expand, stakeholders are increasingly exploring how intellectual property can unlock new financing opportunities for creatives. On March 19, the Centre for Law, Policy and Innovation Initiative (CeLPII), in partnership with the Africa Creatives Alliance (ACA), will convene a high-level dialogue on Intellectual Property (IP)-Backed
US Temporarily Eases Sanctions to Allow Russian Oil Shipments
The United States has temporarily eased sanctions on Russian oil exports, allowing certain shipments that were loaded before March 12, 2026, to reach global markets. The US Department of the Treasury issued a limited license permitting the sale, delivery and unloading of Russian oil and petroleum products already loaded onto
