‘We were digging our own graves’: Survivor recounts Amin-era horror
For months, Prof Charles Kwesiga and fellow detainees at Mutukula were ordered to clear bushes, dig trenches and carry out other manual labour. They did not know the purpose of the work until the chilling realisation dawned on them: they could have been preparing their own graves. “We started to
47 years in army uniform: Gen Katumba Wamala retires home
The planned retirement of 1,863 officers from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) is officially being framed as routine—another phase in a structured exit programme aimed at maintaining a lean and professional force. But beneath the numbers lies a deeper and carefully managed transition that is steadily reshaping the power
End of an Era as Gen Katumba Wamala, Bush-War Generals Exit UPDF
The planned retirement of 1,863 officers from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) is being presented as routine, another phase in a structured exit programme. But behind the numbers lies a deeper, carefully managed transition that is steadily reshaping the power architecture of Uganda’s military. At the centre of this
Iside Kiira Motors’ Electric Bus’ 13,000 Journey to South Africa
Uganda has launched the Made in Uganda Grand Trans-Africa Electric Expedition, a groundbreaking 30-day journey covering more than 13,000 kilometres across six African nations: Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Botswana, Eswatini, and South Africa. The expedition demonstrates of Uganda’s technological advancement and emerging industrial leadership. It showcases homegrown innovations designed to tackle continental
Pictorial: Gen. Katumba Wamala’s Son Weds Gen. Hudson Mukasa’s Daughter
Julius Wamala, son of Gen. Katumba Wamala, has tied the knot with his longtime fiancée, Leah Mwesigwa, daughter of Gen. Hudson Mukasa, in a ceremony that united two prominent military families. The couple exchanged vows at St. Andrews Church in Bukoto, in a service officiated by retired Bishop Hannington Mutebi.
Entebbe International gets enhanced VIP business lounge
The Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala has launched the new Karibuni Business Lounge at Entebbe International Airport, marking another important milestone in efforts to enhance the passenger experience. The new lounge now offers enhanced facilities, including baby changing rooms, an infant playroom, a designated smoking area,
Uganda Airlines Inaugurates Direct London Gatwick Service
Uganda Airlines has launched direct flights between Entebbe International Airport and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), marking a significant milestone in the national carrier’s international expansion strategy and strengthening growing connectivity between Uganda and the United Kingdom. This London route follows the recent triple launch of destinations in Abuja, Lusaka, and
