Calvin Echodu Nominated for NRM Vice Chairperson Eastern Uganda
In an exciting political development, Calvin Echodu has officially entered the race for the position of NRM Vice Chairperson for Eastern Uganda. The news broke earlier today following his successful nomination by the Electoral Commission of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party. Echodu expressed deep gratitude for the support
Court remands police officer, 17 others over vandalism of electricity lines
Nakawa Magistrate Court has remanded a police officer and 17 other suspects over alleged involvement in a large-scale power infrastructure vandalism racket — now being prosecuted under terrorism-related charges. Constable Driver Emmanuel Kato, 34, attached to Mukono Central Police Station, was arraigned before the Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court on Wednesday alongside
UPDF helicopter crashes and catches fire in Somalia
A Ugandan military helicopter with eight people on board crashed and caught fire at the main international airport in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, a Ugandan army spokesman said. Three people escaped with burns but the other five were “yet to be accounted for” following the crash at the Aden Adde International
Mpigi LC V Chairperson, Two Others Charged Over Job Bribery Scandal
The Chief Magistrate’s Court in Mpigi has formally charged and remanded three senior district officials, including the LC V Chairperson, over allegations of soliciting bribes from job applicants seeking government employment. The officials charged are Martin Ssejjemba, LC V Chairperson of Mpigi District; Fredrick Kirumira, Chairperson of the Mpigi District
Mary Baine assumes role as Executive Secretary of ATAF
The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) says Mary Baine has officially assumed her duties as the new Executive Secretary of the organisation, effective July 1, 2025. Baine’s appointment was formally announced on June 3, 2025, following a rigorous selection process and broad endorsement from ATAF’s member administrations. Her assumption of
Carbon Markets Africa Summit: Unlocking Africa’s Carbon Wealth Through Integrity, Action and Investment
The award-winning VUKA Group has officially launched the Carbon Markets Africa Summit [CMAS], a purpose-driven, high-level continental gathering that will take place October from 21 to 23, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Designed as Africa’s flagship platform for carbon finance, CMAS brings together policymakers, investors, standards bodies, developers and corporates to drive practical,
Court releases Charles Twine
Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court has released Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Charles Twine on bail after he spent over a month on remand at Luzira Prison. Appearing before Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi, Twine was granted a cash bail of Shs 5 million after 38 days in custody. His four
Manafwa NRM Youths Disowns Letter Targeting MP Aspirant Musibikha
Youth leaders of the NRM Youth League from all 32 sub-counties in Manafwa District have distanced themselves from a letter circulating on social media, dated 27 June 2025, which alleges that NRM Woman MP aspirant Annet Musibikha is not a registered voter or resident of Bubilumi West Village, Buwaya Town
“Three Suspects Killed in Armed Robbery Attempt in Lungujja; Police Recover Cash and Weapons”
A dramatic police operation in Lungujja, Mengo, Rubaga Division, Kampala City, on the evening of 28 June 2025, ended in the death of three suspected robbers, with two others still on the run. At approximately 8:00 PM, officers from Nateete Police Station were on routine patrol in the area when
Gen. Muhoozi Apologizes Over fatal shooting at Ssekikubo’s Rally
The Commander of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has issued an apology over the fatal shooting of Sembusi Alex, who was killed during a political rally organized by Lwemiyaga County MP Theodore Ssekikubo. The incident occurred on Thursday, sparking public outrage and calls for accountability. A condolence message
