Over 9 Million Ugandans register for National IDs
In a striking display of public engagement, the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has registered over 9.1 million Ugandans in just two months—an achievement that signals both urgency and awareness among citizens about the importance of national identification. The figures, shared by NIRA Registrar Claire Ollama during a weekly
Former Minister Mary Karoro Okurut Passes On
The former minister and District Woman MP for Bushenyi district Mary Busingye Karoro Okurut has passed away. Her death was announced by Margaret Muhanga, State Minister for Primary Healthcare. “With so much pain, grief and sorrow, I announce the death of my ‘bosom buddy’ Mary Karoro Okurut. My literature teacher,
Uganda Cranes tops the table, walks a way with more 1.2 Billion
Uganda climbed to the top of Group C with a controlled 2–0 victory over Niger at Nelson Mandela National Stadium on Monday night, securing back-to-back CHAN wins for the first time in their history and tightening their grip on a quarter-final place. Allan Okello put the hosts in front
Museveni decries corruption at State House
President Yoweri Museveni has revealed that corruption has infiltrated State House, with reports indicating that some individuals were paying bribes of up to Shs 30 million to have their issues presented to him. “People were paying money Shs 30 million just to ensure that the president sees their letters. It’s
Ugandan National, Four others Indicted for Plot to Supply $58 Million in Military Weapons to Mexican Drug Cartel
A Ugandan man and three other individuals from Africa and Europe have been indicted on charges of conspiring to illegally supply over $58 million worth of military-grade weapons to a notorious Mexican drug cartel, U.S. authorities announced. Michael Katungi of Uganda has been charged alongside Peter Dimitrov Mirchev of Bulgaria,
Court Quashes Besigye’s Quest for Mandatory Bail
The High Court has dismissed a mandatory bail application filed by former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye, his aide Hajji Obedi Lutale, and Capt. Denis Oola, all of whom are currently facing treason charges. The trio had petitioned the High Court in June, challenging an earlier decision by the Nakawa
Over 265 Days Behind Bars, Besigye’s Hope for Release Hangs in the Balance
Former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye is expected to learn his fate today after spending 266 days in detention without trial. Dr. Besigye and his co-accused, Hajji Obeid Lutale, were arrested on November 16, 2024, at Riverside Apartments in Nairobi, Kenya. The two were apprehended ahead of a book launch
Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Two Ministers
The President of the African Development Bank Group, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has extended heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Ghana following Wednesday’s tragic helicopter crash, which claimed the lives of eight people, including two ministers. “I am deeply saddened by the helicopter crash that led to the loss of
Buganda Kingdom Receives Shs 2 Billion Boost for Restoration of Kasubi Royal Tombs
The Buganda Kingdom has received a Shs 2 billion boost toward the ongoing restoration of the Kasubi Royal Tombs, following a major fire in March 2010 that destroyed the tomb and surrounding structures. In the wake of the disaster, the Kingdom pledged to rebuild the sacred site, with President Yoweri
Kabaka Mutebi: The Late Rhoda Kalema Was Instrumental in the Restoration of the Buganda Kingdom
Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II has mourned the death of former Minister for Public Service and pioneering politician, the late Lay Canon Rhoda Nakibuuka Nsibirwa Kalema. Canon Kalema passed away at 3:27 a.m. on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi, where she had been transferred for
