Today, Monday 16th June 2025, marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s democratic journey as elections for the Village Older Persons Committees officially begin. This is the first poll under the 2025–2026 General Elections Roadmap and holds special meaning for the nation’s senior citizens. The election is exclusively for Ugandans aged 60 and above. To participate,…
Hajat Kulthum, widow of the late Sheikh Muzaata Batte, has publicly confirmed the end of her marriage to Acram Gumisiriza. The announcement came via a heartfelt message shared on her Facebook page, addressed to religious and cultural leaders, her family, friends, and the wider public. Kulthum revealed that she met Acram in 2021, a year…
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has announced an extension for the filing and payment of monthly tax returns for the month of May 2025. The original due date, which was set for today, has now been pushed to Monday, 16th June 2025. In an official notice shared with the public, URA stated that the extension…
Teachers at Takaramiam Primary School in Awaliwal, Gweri, are soon going to have a reason to smile. The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Among, recently laid the foundation stone for a new teachers’ house at the school. This marks the beginning of a very important project, one that promises to bring comfort and dignity…
Students and teachers from Gayaza Church of Uganda Secondary School had a special opportunity today as they visited the Electoral Commission (EC) headquarters. Their visit was a step into the real world of democracy and governance, aimed at helping them understand how elections work and how citizens play a role in shaping the future of…
Fear and chaos filled the streets of Naguru’s Kyiwalimu Zone early Friday morning when over 70 armed men attacked the area in a violent land dispute. The raid happened around 1:30 am, with the attackers carrying pangas, hoes, and other tools. At least ten residents were injured, and several homes were damaged in the surprise…
On Friday, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) held its annual review meeting for all approved children’s homes operating within Kampala City. The meeting took place at Sanyu Babies Home, located in Namirembe, Rubaga Division. This important gathering brought together managers and social workers from various children’s homes to reflect on the progress made over the…
Support for Mr. Calvin Echodu’s bid to become the NRM Vice Chairperson for Eastern Uganda is growing rapidly, with delegates from Kakumiro, Kibaale, Kagadi, Hoima, and Kibuku districts openly endorsing his candidacy. They described him as a capable, inclusive leader with a clear vision for transformation. At gatherings held in Kakumiro NRM House, Star Light…
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The people of Kamuli District are in shock after the sudden and tragic death of their LC5 Chairman, Thomas Mugude. He died in a car crash that many say feels far too suspicious to be a coincidence. The accident happened early in the morning around 4:30am along the Njeru-Kayunga-Gayaza Road in Nakifuma, Mukono District. According…
