Central Banks Pivot to Gold as Confidence in Dollar Wavers
The global economic order is under strain, and public investors are responding. Just a year ago, central bank reserve managers overwhelmingly favored the U.S. dollar. Many were also prepared to take on more risk to boost returns. Today, that narrative has shifted: the dollar’s dominance is being questioned, and gold
Museveni Takes Neutral Stance in Israel–Iran Crisis
President Yoweri Museveni has taken a neutral stance in the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. Tensions sharply escalated on June 13, 2025, as both countries launched direct military strikes. The confrontation began when Israel carried out airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure, prompting Iran to retaliate with missile attacks
Mukono Pays Tribute to late Godfrey Kiwanuka Musisi
Mukono District Local Government has paid glowing tribute to one of Buganda region’s most influential figures in both political and social spheres. Described as a man of illustrious and inspirational legacy, Godfrey Kiwanuka Musisi was honoured for his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of people across Mukono, Buikwe, Buvuma
Court Sentences Kaboja Junior School teacher to seven years in prison
Buganda Road Magistrate Court has sentenced Kaboja Junior School teacher to seven years in prison over Sexual Abuse. Appearing before Magistrate Ronald Kayizi, Muwumuza Godfrey, a teacher at Kaboja Junior School was convicted and sentenced under plea bargain arrangement, on charges of attempted aggravated homosexuality and indecent assault on a
Dr. John Spire Kiggundu Died of Heart Attack – Post-Mortem Report
Cartoonist Dr. Jim Spire Ssentongo has dismissed allegations of foul play surrounding the sudden death of his brother, Dr. John Spire Kiggundu. Dr. Kiggundu, who also served as the President of the Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons of Uganda (ALSU), was found dead under mysterious circumstances on Sunday after being reported
Police Probes Mysterious Death of Dr. John Spire Kiggundu
Police is investigating the sudden death of Dr. John Spire Kiggundu, the renowned founder and director of Henrob Hospital in Zzana, and a trailblazer in laparoscopic surgery in Uganda. The investigation was confirmed by Police spokesperson Kituma Rusoke who said an in-depth inquiry is underway and that a postmortem examination
Ian Rumanyika Resigns from Uganda Baati
Ian Rumanyika has announced his resignation as Head of External and Corporate Affairs at Uganda Baati Ltd, effective June 30, 2025. Rumanyika joined Uganda Baati three years ago after serving at the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) for nearly 11 years. “It has been an honour to lead strategic communications, policy
Museveni promotes CID boss Damulira to Major General
Brigadier General Christopher Sserunjogi Damulira, has been promoted to Major General in the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF). The upgrade reportedly came straight from President Yoweri Museveni, a leader known for personally fine-tuning both his military and his legacy. As Commander-in-Chief, Museveni’s pen remains mightier than any parliamentary vote. Damulira
Dr. Ssemugenyi Challenges Legality of New UPDF Act in Constitutional Court
Human rights defender Dr. Dennis Daniel Ssemugenyi has petitioned Court challenging the recently enacted Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Amendment Act, 2025. This follows President Yoweri Museveni’s assent to the controversial legislation on Monday. The law, passed by Parliament last month, retains provisions allowing civilians to be tried in military courts—despite
Moses Kigongo Preaches Unity as Muslims Bid Farewell to Former Mufti Sheikh Ndirangwa
Hundreds of family members, friends, and members of the Muslim community gathered at the home of former Supreme Mufti Sheikh Siliman Kasule Ndirangwa in Kiraya-Ngoma, Lwengo, to pay their final respects as he was laid to rest. Sheikh Ndirangwa passed away at the age of 61 after a brief illness
