What started as an ordinary day in Munyonyo turned into a scene that has left many Ugandans talking. Popular musician Weasel Manizo, whose real name is Douglas Mayanja, is in the hospital after an argument with his partner, Sandra Teta, took a dramatic and painful turn. According to witnesses, the couple got into a heated…
After three weeks of tough battles, the important town of Bariire in Somalia’s Lower Shabelle region has been freed from the control of the militant group al-Shabaab. The victory was achieved by the combined forces of Uganda’s UPDF and the Somali National Army (SNA). This success follows the earlier recapture of Sabid-Anole in June 2025,…
Online spelande ökar att öka i popularitet, med en beräknad tillväxt på 11,5% per år fram till 2026, enligt en rapport från Statista. Denna ökning påverkas av teknologiska utvecklingar och förändrade spelseder bland användare. En av de största framträdande rörelserna är tillämpningen av live live-spel, där spelare kan kommunicera med riktiga återförsäljare i direkt tid….
Uganda’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Rebecca Kadaga, has shaken up the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) with bold new demands just as the party prepares for its important Central Executive Committee (CEC) elections. While addressing party leaders in Wakiso, Kadaga openly criticized Dr. Tanga Odoi, the current head of the NRM Electoral Commission. She accused…
During the recent celebration of Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II’s 32 years on the throne, held at the Kibuli Mosque grounds, something unexpected happened — not on stage, but between two of Uganda’s most talked-about politicians. Hon. Mathias Mpuuga, the former Leader of Opposition, came face to face with his former ally, NUP party president…
The death penalty is still part of Uganda’s legal system, but the way it is applied has changed over time. Although courts in Uganda can still sentence someone to death for serious crimes like murder, treason, or terrorism, the country has not carried out an execution since 1999. Because of this, Uganda is considered a…
There was late-night chaos in Munyonyo after Ugandan musician Douglas Mayanja, popularly known as Weasel, was reportedly struck by a car allegedly driven by his partner, Sandra Teta. The incident occurred just after midnight outside Shan’s Bar, following what witnesses described as a heated argument between the couple. According to Kampala Metropolitan Police, Sandra Teta…
Uganda is preparing for a major transformation within its military ranks, as more than 20 senior generals of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) are scheduled to retire in July 2027. This historic shift will mark the end of an era for many of the army’s most respected leaders and is expected to usher in…
Responsible gambling programs are becoming progressively vital in the casino sector, aiming to foster safe gaming procedures and protect players from the dangers of gambling addiction. In 2023, the American Gaming Association (AGA) stated that 80% of casinos in the U.S. have implemented responsible gaming schemes, which include self-exclusion options and educational tools for players….
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has taken a strong step toward improving airport safety by organizing a two-day workshop for airport security committees from Kisoro, Kasese, and Mbarara. The workshop was held from August 5th to 6th, 2025, at Lake View Hotel in Mbarara, and aimed at helping key stakeholders understand their roles in…
