Nabukenya Patricia, a young Ugandan woman with big dreams, has tragically passed away after facing severe hardships while working overseas. Like many others seeking a better future, Patricia left home in hopes that employment in the Middle East would change her life for the better. Instead, her journey ended in heartbreak. Patricia’s ordeal began in…
Running a business while working a full-time 9-to-5 job is not easy, but it is possible with the right mindset and strategies. Many aspiring entrepreneurs start their journey while still employed, using their stable job income to build something bigger on the side. However, to succeed, you must learn how to delegate smartly without losing…
What was meant to be a show of strength by Capt. Mike Mukula quickly spiraled into a public embarrassment, as a poorly organized event branded “Soroti City NRM Day” ended in confusion, disappointment, and anger. The gathering, widely seen as a counter to Calvin Echodu’s highly successful homecoming rally that drew over 30,000 jubilant supporters,…
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced a major step toward transforming how air travelers handle their luggage. The organization has launched a ten-year Global Baggage Roadmap aimed at improving the entire baggage process—from check-in to claim. This plan hopes to make air travel smoother, more efficient, and far less stressful when it comes…
Uganda is grieving the untimely death of Cedric Babu, a beloved media personality and former tennis star. He passed away on Saturday, May 31, while efforts were still ongoing to raise funds for a life-saving heart transplant. The campaign aimed to collect Shs1.5 billion, and many had rallied around it with hope and support. His…
In a surprising move that has shaken Uganda’s political scene, Hon. Muhammed Nsereko has launched his own political party named the Ecological Party of Uganda. This decision comes after he refused to join other opposition groups seeking to remove President Yoweri Museveni from power in the upcoming 2026 general elections. Hon. Nsereko, who is known…
The Electoral Commission has officially unveiled the roadmap for the upcoming elections of Special Interest Groups (SIGs) Committees, a key part of the 2025/2026 General Elections. These elections, which will be conducted from the parish level up to the national level, are specifically designed to empower Older Persons, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), and the Youth,…
Ugandan sugarcane farmers have gained new hope after President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni signed the Sugar (Amendment) Bill, 2025, into law. The signing ceremony brought together sugarcane outgrowers and millers from the Busoga, Bunyoro, Buganda, and Acholi regions to discuss improvements in the sugar industry. For many farmers, this law marks a turning point after years…
Every last Friday of the month, Kampala’s streets come alive with the excitement of the KCCA Kampala Cycling Day. Starting from City Hall, cyclists from all walks of life gather for a 15-kilometre ride through the city. Today was no different, as we once again set off with energy, unity, and a shared goal: to…
In a powerful step towards inclusion, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has extended its tax education campaign to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Gulu City. This special outreach was designed to help PWDs understand their tax responsibilities and how to formalize their small businesses. Many of the participants are involved in tailoring, small-scale farming, and…
