Mojtaba Khamenei appointed Iran’s new Supreme Leader
Iran has appointed Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader following the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to an official statement broadcast by Iranian state television and carried by state media. The announcement was made by the Assembly of Experts, the clerical body responsible
Jacob Kiplimo Breaks Half Marathon World Record in Lisbon
On a cool Sunday in Lisbon, Jacob Kiplimo didn’t just run a race—he ran into history. The Ugandan long-distance star smashed the half marathon world record, crossing the finish line in 57:20, ten seconds faster than the mark set by Yomif Kejelcha three years ago. The course was familiar territory:
Allan Kasujja Takes Charge of Uganda Media Centre
Former BBC journalist Allan Kasujja has expressed his readiness to steer the Uganda Media Centre forward following his recent appointment as Executive Director. Last month, Yoweri Museveni directed the Minister of Information, Communication Technology and National Guidance, Chris Baryomunsi, to appoint Kasujja to the position. In a letter addressed to
Who is Behind Demolition of Part of Owino Market
Police and the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) are searching for individuals behind the demolition of part of St. Balikuddembe Market, commonly known as Owino Market. At approximately 10:00 p.m. on the night of March 7, 2026, unidentified individuals descended on a structure forming part of the market located along
Museveni Takes Over as EAC Chairman, Succeeding Kenya’s Ruto
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has assumed the role of Chairman of the East African Community at the 25th Heads of State Summit of the EAC, held in Arusha, Tanzania. He takes over from William Ruto, President of Kenya, marking Museveni’s third term as Chairperson of the East African Community. The
The Blackmail Industry: How Lies Went Viral and the Truth Finally Caught Up
By Nyombi Thembo For months, the internet roared. Rumours spread like wildfire. Comment sections turned into courtrooms. And somewhere in the middle of that digital chaos, the truth waited quietly, patiently, for its moment. That moment finally arrived. After more than 150 days in Luzira Prison, TikTok commentator Dean Lubowa Saava
Nabakooba Warns Churches Over Unregistered Land
The Minister for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba, has urged churches and other institutions to prioritise surveying and registering their land in order to protect it from disputes and encroachment. Nabakooba made the appeal while speaking at Uganda’s national celebration of the Women’s World Day of Prayer held
Uganda Airlines Acquires Dreamliner from Ethiopian Airlines to Restore Long-Haul Flights
After days of uncertainty for international travelers, Uganda Airlines has moved to restore confidence in its long-haul operations, announcing the resumption of flights to London and Mumbai following a brief but disruptive suspension. The national carrier confirmed in a travel update issued on March 5 that the intercontinental services will
Muwema & Co. Advocates Thrown Out of Kololo Offices Over Shs 1.34bn Rent Debt
The Muwema & Co. Advocates has been evicted from commercial premises in Kololo after failing to pay USD 372,300 (about Shs 1.34 billion) in accumulated rent arrears and mesne profits. The eviction was carried out with the assistance of the Uganda Police Force, and the premises have since been secured
Lack of National ID Extends Mabirizi’s Stay in Prison
The Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court has denied bail to controversial lawyer Hassan Male Mabirizi, citing failure to present valid identification and credible sureties. In her ruling, Chief Magistrate Ritah Neumbe Kidasa noted that Mabirizi did not present a National Identification Card, while the sureties who appeared before court produced
