Govt races to evacuate 746 Ugandans as South Africa xenophobic attacks turn deadly
The Ugandan government has activated an emergency evacuation plan for hundreds of its citizens stranded in South Africa after a wave of xenophobic violence claimed the life of one Ugandan and left hundreds fearing for their safety. Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo announced on Sunday that President
Former Minister Miria Matembe Arrested
Former Minister of Ethics and Integrity, Miria Matembe, has been arrested after reportedly going into hiding for five days. Her arrest was confirmed by the Commander of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba. Matembe’s arrest comes barely two hours after the reported arrest of Eunice Musiime, Executive Director of Akina
Sarah Bireete, Eunice Musiime Arrested by Armed Men
The Executive Director of Akina Mama wa Africa, Eunice Musiime, and Sarah Bireete, the Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance (CCG), have been arrested by armed men. Musiime is a prominent women’s rights advocate who has led Akina Mama wa Africa, a pan-African feminist organisation, in advancing gender
Gen Muhoozi Orders Arrest of Nation Media Boss Susan Nsibirwa
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has ordered the arrest of Nation Media Group Uganda Managing Director, Susan Nsibirwa. The directive follows the siege and subsequent shutdown of the company’s television stations, NTV Uganda and Spark TV. In a series of posts, Gen Muhoozi said authorities were
Security Agencies Raid Nation Media Group Offices, Shut Down NTV and Spark TV
Security agencies, including the police and the army, have raided Nation Media Group offices in Namuwongo and at Serena Hotel, shutting down NTV and Spark TV. The raid and subsequent shutdown follow a series of warnings from the First Son, who is also the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen.
Kyambadde Joins Equity Bank, My Tree Initiative in Major Mpigi Tree Planting Drive
Mawokota North MP Amelia Kyambadde has joined Equity Bank Uganda and My Tree Initiative in a large-scale tree planting exercise aimed at strengthening climate action and environmental conservation in Mpigi District. The exercise, held at Kyasanku Hill College, saw the school dedicate 1.5 acres of land for restoration, with a
Shs 2,000 Purchase Wins Kasanda Resident Brand-New Car in Rockboom Promo
What started as a simple Shs2,000 purchase has turned into a life-changing moment for a Kasanda resident after winning a brand-new car in the ongoing BoomKyakala Season 3 promotion. Through its energy drink brand Rockboom, the campaign has already handed over its second car, reinforcing its promise of “Double Energy,
‘Chicken Chicken’ arrested over car vandalism at Akamweesi Mall
Police in Kawempe have arrested Katongole Anthony, popularly known as “Chicken Chicken,” in connection with the malicious damage of a motor vehicle. The arrest follows a viral video circulating on social media, allegedly showing the suspect vandalising a Toyota Mark X, registration number UBM 696S, belonging to Sali Sharif, also
Museveni orders house, car, Shs15m monthly allowance for Amin’s widow
President Yoweri Museveni has directed the government to provide a house, a four-wheel-drive vehicle, medical insurance and a monthly allowance of Shs15 million to Madina Najjemba Amin, the widow of former president Idi Amin Dada. The directive is contained in a letter dated February 15, 2024, written in response to
Ex-Spiro Uganda Workers Allege Torture, Sexual Abuse Over Fraud Suspicions
Former employees of Spiro Uganda have accused company officials of subjecting them to torture, assault, and intimidation over suspected fraud at the firm’s head office along Port Bell Road. Four complainants Namuhooya Aisha, Wanda Kevin, Sakari Aram, and Acio Lucky Ruth allege that the abuse was carried out on the
