Byanyima presses gov’t to free Besigye for medical treatment in Geneva
Winnie Byanyima has urged the government to urgently release her husband, Dr Kizza Besigye, on bail to enable him to access specialised medical treatment in…
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Playwright Alex Mukulu dies at 72
Renowned Ugandan playwright, actor and musician Alex Mukulu has died at the age of 72. Katikiro of Buganda Charles Peter Mayiga described Mukulu as a trainer, actor, songwriter and musician who loved Buganda culture and served Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II. Former presidential candidate and National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, who is…
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Business
NAGRC overwhelmed by pressure to supply breeding stock to PDM farmers
In the 2026/2027 financial year, the National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB) is seeking to make an imprint on the agricultural sector by doubling up on its efforts for the ordinary livestock farmer. Early in the year, I was part of the media team that visited Kasolwe stock farm in Kamuli district.…
Uganda’s first oil still on track for 2026
Uganda’s First Oil could still arrive before the end of 2026, with well drilling already ahead of target even as…
Equity Bank powers Master Grain Milling’s rise
When Master Grain Milling Limited produced its first bag of wheat flour in 2013, it was a modest operation running…
Nile Basin districts to support Kalagala, Itanda falls conservation project
Local government leaders from five districts along the River Nile have pledged total support for a major five-year environmental protection…
Education
Over 800 secure bursaries for higher education access programme
Over 800 students were awarded with bursaries last week to access higher education under the Higher Education Access Programme (HEAP),…
Prison inmates to have vocational skills assessed and certified
At least 55,788 candidates are set to undergo vocational education and training (TVET) assessments conducted by the Uganda Vocational and…
Govt approves white veil for Muslim health trainees
The ministry of Education and Sports has approved white veils as part of the institutional uniform for female Muslim health…
TECHNOLOGY
African cybersecurity solutions akin to glass house with fancy curtains – Uganda police
Uganda Police director of forensic services Andrew Mubiru has called for stronger cybersecurity defences and greater collaboration across Africa, warning that the continent’s rapidly expanding digital infrastructure is increasingly exposed to cyberattacks. Mubiru said African countries need to move beyond building digital systems and invest in stronger safeguards to protect them from increasingly sophisticated threats.…
Uganda must prepare for cyberattacks, Bank of Uganda warns
Bank of Uganda governor Michael Ating-Ego has warned Ugandan institutions to strengthen their preparedness for cyberattacks, saying a major incident could quickly escalate from a technical disruption into a financial stability crisis. Ating-Ego said Uganda’s growing reliance on interconnected digital systems means cybersecurity can no longer be treated solely as an information technology concern, but…
MTN enters Uganda’s TV market with MTNTV
MTN Uganda has entered Uganda’s television and digital entertainment market with the launch of MTNTV, a platform bringing live television, radio, movies, sports, news and on-demand content together in a single service. The platform offers more than 60 live television channels and 53 radio stations, giving customers access to local and international content through free…
Lifestyle
Wakiso Dance Kids wow crowd at Ray G’s concert
Wakiso Dance Kids once again showed that talent has no age limit when the young dancers took to the stage to open the live concert for celebrated western Uganda artiste Ray G. Before Ray G took the spotlight, the young performers had one job — to get the audience on its feet. And they delivered.…
Pretty Amiirah honoured as Youngest International Model in Dubai
Rising Ugandan child star Pretty Amiirah has been recognised as the Youngest International Model at the Media Waves Talent Dubai, adding another accolade to her growing profile in the entertainment industry. The six-year-old received the honour in recognition of her talent, dedication and achievements in music, modelling, acting and other creative pursuits. Amiirah’s performances have…
The internet can be exhausting!
Like this comment so I can keep coming back.” “We got blank before GTA6.” “Still a better love story than Twilight.” Do you ever feel like the human race should just end? I occasionally feel that sentiment while reading comments on social media. I know people who consume social media content without reading the comments,…
Sports
David Owori; the SC Villa captain who never got to finish his story
David Owori’s death has left Uganda’s football family mourning not only a talented midfielder, but a captain, leader and promising sportsman whose life was brutally cut short at 27. Owori, the SC Villa captain and Uganda Cranes player, died last week after unknown assailants attacked him near his home in Makindye on August 3. He…
Other News
Eight medics remanded over intern pay protest
Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s court has remanded eight medical interns and health workers arrested during a protest over the government’s…
Musician Bosmic Otim seeks out-of-court settlement in assault case
Local musician Bosmic Joyce Otim, who is facing charges of causing grievous bodily harm, has asked the Kitgum Chief Magistrate’s…
Army distributes 800 bags of impounded charcoal to Nwoya residents
More than 800 bags of charcoal impounded from dealers transporting the contraband through northern Uganda have been distributed free of…