What the 2026 Elections Mean for Bobi Wine and NUP
By Dedan Kimathi By far, the most contentious elections are now behind us. Those that remain, particularly the LC V and Youth MP polls, though meaningful in other countries, are largely ceremonial in this part of the world. As we speak, winners of various constituency seats are immersed in celebrations,
Why Maduro’s arrest should alarm African States
By Dedan Kimathi Thirty-five years after the United States kidnapped or rather, extracted, Panama’s General Manuel Noriega in a daring raid to face drug-related charges, El Diablo (Satan), as many Spanish speaking leftist leaders have long branded the self-appointed Policeman of the World, has returned, bigger and brasher, to South America’s political theatre. This
UCC Clarifies Starlink and Airtel Africa Partnership
By Nyombi Thembo Recent public comments attributed to me have given the impression that Starlink is to launch direct-to-consumer services in Uganda this week, in partnership with Airtel Uganda. While this interpretation is understandable due to the excitement around satellite technology, it is not accurate. Therefore, it is important to
Al-Aqsa Flood: political will rooted in steadfastness
The centrality of Al-Aqsa Masjid Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, with the centrality of Al-Aqsa Masjid, is an original historic epic written by Gazans with their blood, flesh, and bones. The Gaza war brought out the opposites of Zionist military aggression and the social cohesion of Gazans – in spite of the
Unlocking Uganda’s Economic Powerhouse: Revolutionizing FDI to Champion Exports Over Local Competition
By Kayonde Abdallah Embracing a strategic FDI regulation mandating 90% exports to external markets while reserving Uganda’s domestic space for SMEs could profoundly transform the economy. This pivot channels FDI’s $1.5 billion annual inflows from saturating local markets to generating export revenues, creating jobs in mega factories while empowering homegrown
Safeguarding Our Democracy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
By Dr. Aminah Zawedde As Uganda approaches another electoral season, the country is also navigating a defining moment in our digital journey. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept reserved for experts and laboratories. It is here, shaping how we communicate, learn, organise, and participate in civic life.
CCBU’s future is built on people, performance and purpose
By Emmy Hashakimana The phrase “Culture eats strategy for breakfast” is often quoted by writers, consultants and organisational culture experts. As I settled into my role at the helm of Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), I found this statement both true and profound. Strategies change, markets shift, regulations evolve and competition
Why Africa’s Best Creative Work Is Winning by Starting with Human Truth
By Abel Mugume What a year for African creativity. From the Silverback Awards to the DMA spotlight in Kenya, our industry didn’t just showcase craft, it demonstrated courage. As Preetesh Sewarj, CEO of the Loeries, aptly put it in his DMA Awards keynote: the courage to experiment, to listen to
Our Constitution Leaves Girls Unprotected, the Results Are Fatal
By Moses Paul Odongo Recently, while perusing the Daily Monitor of November 18, 2025, I came across an article on page 25 written by Olivier Mukaaya, titled “Abortion crisis as girls turn to unsafe practices.” As I read it carefully, word for word, I found myself tearing up as I
Why Uganda’s Insurance Sector Is Stronger Than Before
By Brenda Nagudi Over the past decade, Uganda’s insurance industry has undergone a quiet but profound transformation. What was once a small, misunderstood sector is now a growing pillar of financial stability for households, businesses and the wider economy. Between 2014 and 2024, gross written premiums more than doubled, reaching
