ITMS Celebrates Mothers’ Day with Women Boda Riders, Pushes Road Safety Campaign
In a sector long dominated by men and often associated with high risks and harsh working conditions, a group of women boda boda riders in Kampala are steadily redefining the face of Uganda’s transport industry. As part of the Mothers’ Day celebrations, the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS) donated
How Museveni will Be Sworn In for Seventh Term
Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Museveni will on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, be sworn in for a seventh term as President of Uganda, extending his decades-long rule. The swearing-in ceremony will be presided over by Chief Justice Flavian Zeija at Kololo Independence Grounds. “I, Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Museveni, swear in the name of the
Two Arrested Over Bank of Uganda Break-In
At least two suspects have been arrested in connection with a break-in at the Bank of Uganda headquarters in Kampala, police have confirmed. The arrests were announced by police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke, who said the suspects were picked up following an intelligence-led operation. Investigators say the incident occurred in the
Azawi, Winnie Nwagi, King Saha Set to Light Up Kampala Hills Run
In partnership with the Kampala Hash House Harriers (KH3), organisers have unveiled a star-powered entertainment lineup for the fourth edition of the KH3 7 Hills Run, set for Sunday, 17 May 2026. The post-race celebrations at Millennium Grounds, Lugogo will feature performances from Azawi, Winnie Nwagi, King Saha, and Afro-dancehall
Shilling firms on steady inflows as global risks lift dollar and oil
The local currency held firm over the week, supported by steady inflows from commodity exporters, remittances and selective portfolio investments. The shilling strengthened to 3745/3755, compared to last week’s close of 3765/3775. Despite sustained foreign currency demand from corporates in manufacturing, energy and telecom sectors, pressure was not strong enough
Kampala Businessman Remanded Over Fatal Shooting in Maid’s Quarters Scandal
A Kampala businessman has been remanded to Luzira Government Prison over allegations that he shot dead his maid’s boyfriend and injured the maid in a late-night incident in Bunga, Makindye Division. John Peter Mulwana, 41, appeared before the Makindye Chief Magistrate’s Court on Thursday facing charges of murder and attempted
Over 200 Schools shortlisted for the Stanbic National Schools Championship Boot Camp
A list of the 201 schools, taking part in a one week boot camp to kick-start the 11th edition of the Stanbic National Schools Championships (NSC), has been released with participating students converging on Gayaza High School in Wakiso District. Following a rigorous selection process, the boot camp will present
Atiak Sugar Factory sparks fury in Parliament over Shs668bn spending spree
Parliament has raised fresh alarm over the Atiak Sugar Factory project, questioning why Government continues to inject billions of shillings into a venture that has yet to produce a single bag of sugar despite receiving more than Shs668 billion in public funds. The concern came during debate on the Shs1.105
Kiir sacks army chief, finance minister in surprise shake-up
South Sudan President Salva Kiir has dismissed the country’s army chief and finance minister in a sudden reshuffle that has heightened political anxiety in Juba and raised fresh questions about stability in the young nation. State media confirmed that the changes, announced late Wednesday, removed General Paul Nang from his
Nankabirwa gives UEDCL 100-day timeline to fix power service gaps
The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ruth Sentamu Nankabirwa, has set a 30 to 100-day timeline for visible improvements in electricity service delivery following a leadership shake-up at the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited. The directive comes in the wake of the removal of Managing Director Paul Mwesigwa, who
