Speaker Among Halts COSASE Probe into Nakivubo Channel Redevelopment
Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has suspended investigations into the Nakivubo Channel redevelopment project that were being conducted by the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities, and State Enterprises (COSASE). Instead, she has appointed a five-member parliamentary team to carry out a fact-finding mission on the same matter. The directive was
How NUP Quietly Bought and Built Iganga Offices in Secrecy
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has opened its Eastern Uganda Regional Headquarters, located in the heart of Iganga Town, in the Busoga Sub-region , a move that reportedly caught even local law enforcement by surprise. Speaking during the unveiling ceremony, NUP party president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi
Police holds Byaruhanda for Allegedly Shooting Anthony Mutinisa Dead
Police are holding Byaruhanga Hillary, a 28-year-old private security guard attached to Don World Security Limited, for the alleged murder of his employer, Anthony Mutinisa, a 53-year-old businessman and proprietor of Mutinisa Motors Uganda. According to preliminary reports, Byaruhanga is suspected of shooting Mutinisa in cold blood on Sunday evening
Sauna Explosion in Buziga Leaves Vice Chairperson and two others Injured
Police at Kabalagala are investigating a suspected case of rash and neglect following a powerful explosion at the sauna facility of Buziga Country Resort, located in Upper Buziga Zone, Makindye Division, Kampala. The incident occurred on the evening of August 24, 2025, at around 8:30 p.m., leaving three female victims
Speaker Among: My Role as Speaker Necessitates a Seat at CEC
The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has officially kicked off its internal elections, seeking to elect leaders who will steer the party over the next five years. While several leadership positions are up for grabs, the race for the Second National Vice Chairperson (Female) has drawn particular attention due to
EC Confirms 27 Recognized Political Parties Ahead of 2026 General Elections
The Electoral Commission (EC) has officially released an updated register of political parties legally recognized in Uganda, confirming 27 parties as cleared to operate and participate in the upcoming 2026 general elections. In a statement, the EC said the register update was conducted in accordance with the Political Parties and
Buganda Kingdom Backs High Sound for Children in Online Safety Drive for Ugandan Children
In a significant step toward safeguarding Uganda’s children in the digital age, the Buganda Kingdom has formally pledged its support to High Sound for Children (HSC), a local non-profit dedicated to promoting online safety and Amplifying voices of children through media. The announcement came during a courtesy visit by the
Bishop Banja Sends Parish Priest on Forced Leave Over Legal Advice to Canon Gitta
Rev. Benjamin Kusaasira Ssewanyana, the parish priest of St. Barnabas Mbuya Church, has raised concerns after being sent on forced leave earlier this month, reportedly on the orders of Bishop Moses Banja. In a letter addressed to the St. Barnabas Mbuya Church Council, Rev. Ssewanyana explained that he was instructed
Court Closes Door on Bitature’s Legal Delay Strategy in $10M Debt Battle
In a major blow to businessman Patrick Bitature, the Court of Appeal has rejected what critics are calling a calculated legal move to stall the sale of six prime properties including the upscale Protea Skyz Hotel used as collateral for a ballooning $10 million loan taken a decade ago. Simba Properties and
Hajji Ntale Urges Calm as Butambala FC Protests Chaotic Draw with Singo
The Chairman of Butambala FC, Hajji Adam Golooba Ntale, has called for calm and patience among his players after chaos erupted during their recent match against Singo FC, which ended in a controversial 1-1 draw in Singo. The drama unfolded during Masaza Cup, the Buganda Kingdom Football Tournament when Butambala
