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
URA to Collect Record Revenue as Budget Allocation Rises
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has been tasked with collecting over Shs 36.71 trillion in the 2025/26 financial year to finance government activities. This target surpasses the Shs 31.369 trillion set for the current financial year, 2024/25. The announcement was made by Henry Musasizi, Minister of State for Finance, during
Business Mogul Sudhir Ruparelia Warns of AI Deepfake Scam Impersonating Him
Prominent business tycoon and Ruparelia Group Chairman, H.E. Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, has raised an alarm over a scam involving fraudsters using artificial intelligence (AI) to mimic his voice in videos circulating online. In a message to his networks, friends, and business associates, Dr. Sudhir cautioned the public to remain vigilant,
NIRA Acquires High-Tech National ID Card Printing Machines
In a significant step toward improving service delivery, the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has acquired four high-tech card printing machines, each capable of producing up to 3,000 national IDs per hour. These machines are expected to enhance efficiency and significantly reduce the turnaround time for national ID processing.
UPDF Female Soldiers in Somalia Urged to Foster Resilience and Cooperation
Female soldiers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under the United Nations Guard Unit (UNGU) in Somalia have been urged to uphold resilience, discipline, and cooperation in their peacekeeping duties. During a meeting at the UNGU headquarters in Mogadishu, Commanding Officer Lt. Col. Peter Ruyogoza Barigye emphasized the
President Museveni Drops Son Muhoozi Kainerugaba as CDF in Major Shake-up
President Yoweri Museveni has dropped General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, from his position as Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) in a major military reshuffle that has sent shockwaves through Uganda’s security establishment. He replaced Muhoozi with General Kale Kayihura, a former bush war hero and ex-Inspector General of Police (IGP), as the
Museveni drops Katabazi, names Mugyenyi as New Director General of ISO
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Arthur Mugyenyi as the new Director General of the Internal Security Organization (ISO). The appointment was confirmed by Faruk Kirunda, the Special Presidential Assistant for Press and Mobilization at the Office of the President. “His Excellency the President of the Republic of Uganda, Gen (Rtd)
Court summons Busiki County MP Paul Akamba Over Shs 7.3 Billion Fraud Case
The Anti-Corruption Court has issued criminal summons against Busiki County MP Paul Akamba for failing to appear in court. The summons were issued by Patrick Talisuna, the acting assistant registrar of the High Court, on behalf of the trial judge, Jane Okuo Kajuga. The case was scheduled for mention. Last
Uganda Securities Exchange suspends UMEME after handover UEDCL
The Uganda Securities Exchange (USE) has suspended UMEME following the expiry of electricity distribution concession agreement and subsequent handover to Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL). Yesterday, government paid US$118 million (Shs 432.677 billion) to UMEME following the expiry of concession agreement. “USE hereby informs all investors and the general public that
