A serious public argument has started between well-known Ugandan activist Kakwenza Rukirabashaija and Ambassador Adonia Ayebare, who represents Uganda at the United Nations. The conflict began after Kakwenza accused the ambassador of being involved in corruption related to a special bank account. This account is now being looked into by Citibank N.A. and possibly the…
Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has accused some leaders in the National Unity Platform (NUP) of secretly working with President Museveni’s government while pretending to oppose it. He warned that such actions are damaging the opposition’s credibility. “You can’t fight the government during the day and support it at night,” Lukwago said. Veteran politician Ken…
A passenger bus belonging to the well-known YY Bus Company was involved in a terrible accident earlier today just a few kilometers after Karuma Junction in Uganda. According to early information, the bus went off the road and crashed. Many passengers were injured, and others were left badly shaken by the incident. Some witnesses who…
Uganda’s Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala, has spoken openly about the 2021 attack that nearly took his life. He said it was the most frightening experience he has ever gone through even worse than the battles he fought as a soldier. During a recent public event, Gen. Katumba shared emotional memories…
Former government spokesperson and Uganda Media Centre Executive Director, Ofwono Opondo, has commended the ongoing grassroots elections within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), describing them as a strong indicator of the party’s growing momentum ahead of the 2026 general elections. He highlighted the enthusiasm seen in activities such as the voter register updates and…
The Kabonero family is in deep mourning after the heartbreaking death of Robert “Bobby” Kabonero, son of Ugandan diplomat Ambassador Richard Kabonero. Bobby passed away on Friday, May 9, at Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya, after struggling for months with injuries from a self-inflicted gunshot. Bobby, only 24 years old, was described as a…
A large and enthusiastic crowd gathered at Soroti Sports Ground on Saturday to welcome Calvin Echodu in what turned out to be a remarkable homecoming event. What began as a joyful celebration quickly transformed into a powerful gathering that many now see as a sign of change and renewed hope for Eastern Uganda. Echodu, who…
The Electoral Commission reminds all Ugandans that the Display of the Special Interest Groups (SIGs) Registers—for Persons with Disabilities, Youth, and Older Persons—is ongoing and will officially conclude on 15th May 2025. This crucial exercise allows members of these special interest categories to verify their registration details, ensure accuracy, and raise any objections or corrections…
The family of Ambassador Richard Kabonero and his wife Grace is mourning the sudden and heartbreaking loss of their 25-year-old son, Robert “Bobby” Kabonero, who died on Friday, May 9, 2025, in Nairobi, Kenya. Bobby passed away from complications following a self-inflicted wound he sustained on May 3, 2025, at the family home in Luzira….
As Uganda gears up for its next electoral season, citizens are being urged to take part in the ongoing Display of the National Voters Register (NVR). This vital process is not just a formality — it’s a key step in ensuring that every eligible voter can participate in a free, fair, and credible election. Running…
