Campaign season is officially underway across Uganda as Special Interest Group (SIG) elections kick off today, Monday, June 30. The elections, focused on parish-level leadership, will see candidates representing youth, older persons, and persons with disabilities (PwDs) vying for key committee positions within their communities. The campaign period will run until July 5, giving candidates…
Fresh details are emerging in the mysterious death of Dr. Spire Kiggundu, a well-known physician at Henrob Hospital, who was found dead under suspicious circumstances in a local lodge. His unexpected death has left many questions and few answers. According to reports, Dr. Kiggundu checked into the lodge alone around 1:00 a.m., using a back…
A fierce family dispute has erupted following the release of DNA test results that indicate only four out of the nine children claimed to be fathered by the late Kawempe North Member of Parliament, Hon. Muhammad Ssegirinya, are biologically his. The tests, which were reportedly conducted earlier this year, were revealed by Alex Lusswa Luwemba,…
Issa Sekito, speaking under the guidance of NSSF Uganda, is reminding Ugandans that success is not built in a day—it’s built through simple, wise decisions repeated over time. In a recent message shared with the public, Sekito explained how understanding compounding can completely change your life. Compounding, often used in finance to describe how money…
A sense of deep sorrow and fear has gripped the residents of Nasser Road following the tragic death of Nakiwolo Sophia, a young mobile money agent who was attacked and killed by members of the feared Kifeesi gang. Sophia was heading home after a long day’s work when the tragedy occurred. Witnesses say she was…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The government of Uganda is taking bold steps to make healthcare more affordable for its citizens. The Ministry of Health has announced plans to introduce a regulatory system that will control the fees charged by private hospitals. This move comes in response to the growing concern about the high cost of healthcare, especially in private…
With less than 72 hours to the end of the financial year, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is sending out a strong reminder to all taxpayers: file your returns and pay your taxes now or face penalties. The tax authority has launched an urgent call to action, encouraging individuals and businesses to visit their website…
The High Court in Kampala has rejected an application filed by Uganda Law Society (ULS) President Isaac Ssemakadde, allowing a private criminal case against him to continue. The case accuses him of abusing the “modesty of a woman” through offensive comments on social media. Justice Gadenya Paul Wolimbwa made the ruling, confirming that the Chief…
Speaker of Parliament Anita Among joined fellow members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) at the Electoral Commission headquarters to witness a major event the nomination of President Yoweri Museveni as the party’s presidential flag bearer and national chairman. In a message shared with the public, Anita Among expressed her excitement about being part of…
Delegates from Kabale Municipality, Kabale District, Rukiga District, and Rubanda District gathered in Kabale to officially endorse Mr. Calvin Echodu for the position of NRM Vice Chairperson for Eastern Uganda. The event, held yesterday afternoon, was full of energy, excitement, and a shared commitment to the future of the National Resistance Movement (NRM). Delegates came…
