Why Shaka Ssali chose cremation over burial
Shaka Ssali, the former host of Voice of America’s flagship weekly program Straight Talk Africa, is set to be cremated following his passing in March 2025. Born in Kabale, Uganda, Ssali fled into exile after the rise of Idi Amin in 1971 and later pursued higher education in the United
How Martha Ahumuza Murari met her death in mother’s absence
Last month, Martha Ahumuza Murari, a recent graduate of ISBAT University, reportedly collapsed in the manager’s office at Mezo Noir, a nightclub in Kololo. She was rushed to the ICU at Kampala Hospital but was later pronounced dead. How It All Started Preliminary investigations indicate that on March 19, 2025,
Court grants Shs 20 million bail to Dr. Kiiza Besigye’s lawyer, Eron Kiiza
The High Court has released Dr. Kiiza Besigye’s lawyer, Eron Kiiza, on bail pending the determination of his appeal. Kiiza had applied for bail three weeks ago after being convicted by the military court for contempt of court in January. In his application, he stated that he resides in Central
IGG warns two ministers, four MPs for failure to declare their assets
At least 32,068 government officials have declared their income, assets, and liabilities, according to Inspector General of Government (IGG) Beti Kamya. On March 1, 2025, the Inspectorate announced a one-month declaration period for all government officials for the year 2025. The Leadership Code Act requires leaders to submit a
Police nabs 51 AIM Global Alliance agents in human trafficking crackdown
Territorial police in Nagalama have rescued 51 individuals from a suspected human trafficking and job recruitment scam linked to AIM Global Alliance, a networking company operating in the Naggalama Division. According to authorities, police received reports on Wednesday about a fraudulent recruitment scheme allegedly run by AIM Global Alliance. Victims
IGP Byakagaba launches the construction of 1,200 police housing apartments at Naguru
The Inspector General of Police, Abas Byakagaba, has launched the construction of 1,200 police housing apartments at Naguru barracks in Kampala. The project, expected to be completed within 12 months, aims to provide decent accommodation to police officers and their families. IGP Byakagaba emphasized the importance of timely delivery, urging
Museveni Visits South Sudan Amid Kiir-Machar Political Wrangles
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has arrived in South Sudan for a meeting with South Sudanese President Salva Kiir Mayardit. Museveni’s visit comes in response to an invitation from President Kiir. “I have arrived in South Sudan at the invitation of His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit. I look forward to our
Mezo Noir reopens after mysterious death of Martha Ahumuza Murari
Mezo Noir, a popular hangout place in Kololo, has reopened barely ten days after closure. The Closure followed mysterious death of Martha Ahumuza Murari. Ahumuza, a recent graduate of Isbat University, reportedly collapsed in the manager’s office at Mezo Noir, a nightclub in Kololo. She was rushed to the ICU
Court Orders Black-Market Records to Pay Shs 130 million to Bruno K for Copyright Infringement
The Commercial division of High Court has ordered Black-Market Records to pay Shs 130 million to singer Kiggundu Bruno, popularly known as Bruno K, for copyright infringement and fraud. In 2022, Bruno K sued Black Market Records Entertainment-SMC LTD, Singleton Cedric Lychern, Kisame Shadrack Shagaf, and Black-Market Media LLC T
MTN Uganda joins Autism awareness walk in Kampala, reaffirms commitment to inclusion
MTN Uganda participated in the World Autism Awareness Day commemoration today, joining the Autism Society of Uganda and other stakeholders in a solidarity walk in Kampala aimed at raising awareness and advocating for inclusivity. The event underscored the importance of policy support, access to specialized services, and increased societal awareness
