Who is the UPDF soldier killed in a crash involving Defence Minister’s convoy
A Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier was killed and eight other people injured on Sunday evening in a road crash involving the escort vehicle of State Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs, Huda Oleru Obason, in Luweero District. Savannah Regional Police spokesperson Sam Twineamazima said the crash occurred at
Benin Government Foils Coup Attempt by Rogue Soldiers
Benin’s Interior Minister, Alassane Seidou, announced on national television Sunday that a coup attempt launched by “a small faction of soldiers” had been defeated, calling on the population to continue their normal routines. According to Seidou, the Beninese Armed Forces and their commanders “remained true to their oath” and did
Cavendish’s Mutabanura Honoured with Top SMACK Award
Cavendish University Uganda is celebrating the recognition of its Executive Director, David Mutabanura, who has been named the 2025 winner of the SMACKOBA Distinguished Alumni Achiever Award. The honour celebrates not only his professional journey but also the strong influence of St. Mary’s College Kisubi on its former students. Mutabanura’s
Kagame, Tshisekedi sign pact to end decades of conflict
The President Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Felix Tshisekedi and the Rwanda Presiedent have signed an agreement to end decades of conflict, foster economic cooperation, and build a foundation for lasting peace. The Washington Accords reaffirm the parties’ commitment to implement the Peace Agreement between the DRC and Rwanda,
Court Defers Plea-Taking in Kizza Besigye Treason Case
The High Court in Kampala has deferred the plea-taking of jailed former presidential candidate Rt. Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide Hajji Obeid Lutale after their lawyers notified court that they had filed a constitutional petition challenging the impartiality of the trial. Court has set 22 December to determine
UN Condemns Escalating Repression Ahead of 2026 Elections
United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has condemned the escalating crackdown on opposition groups and the media in Uganda ahead of next month’s general election. Türk urged Ugandan authorities to uphold human rights before, during, and after the vote, warning of a “disturbing pattern of repression.” “It
NUP Candidate Osbert Kato Defects to NRM, Clears Path for Tayebwa
The National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Osbert Kato has defected to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). Kato had initially sought to contest the Ruhinda North parliamentary seat on the NUP ticket, where he would have challenged Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa. He was officially welcomed by President Yoweri Museveni at
Coca-Cola Unveils Christmas Caravan to Spread Festive Cheer Across Uganda
December in Uganda ushers in a season of warmth and reunion. Families prepare to travel back to their villages, churches echo with carols, and communities gear up for days filled with shared meals, laughter, and celebration. For many Ugandans, Christmas is a moment to reconnect, give thanks, and embrace the
Court Remands Hongera Saana Boss Over Shs 800M Procurement Scam
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU), working with the Office of the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), has arraigned Muyomba Ashiraf, Executive Director of Hongera Saana Uganda Ltd, before the KCCA Chief Magistrate’s Court on charges of obtaining goods by false pretence, forgery, and
Kampala to Cape Town: Kayoola E-Coach Lands in Gaborone
The “Made in Uganda Grand Trans-Africa Electric Expedition” arrived triumphantly in Botswana’s capital, Gaborone on Day 13, with MTN Uganda playing the pivotal role of providing the expedition’s entire digital backbone across six countries. As the connectivity partner for the historic 13,000 km round-trip journey from Kampala to Cape Town
