Mozambique’s 10th Parliament Inaugurated Amid Boycotts and Protests
By Nakiwala Barbra Mozambique’s political landscape remains fraught with tension following the swearing-in of its 10th parliament on January 13, 2025. The ceremony, overshadowed by opposition boycotts and nationwide protests,…
Makerere University Holds 75th Graduation, Honoring Over 13,000 Graduates
Makerere University celebrated its 75th graduation ceremony, awarding degrees and diplomas to 13,658 students in a colorful five-day event. Makerere University, one of Africa’s leading institutions, honored the achievements of…
China Pledges Military Aid as Foreign Minister Ends Africa Tour in Nigeria
By Nakiwala Barbra Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi concluded his African tour in Nigeria on Thursday, reaffirming Beijing’s commitment to strengthening ties with the continent. Wang announced plans to provide…
Major US Firms Donate Millions to Trump’s Second Inauguration Fund
By Nakiwala Barbra US aviation giant Boeing and tech leader Google have each pledged $1 million to support the inauguration fund for President-elect Donald Trump, whose second term officially begins…
African Union Heads of State Gather in Kampala for Pivotal Agricultural Summit
The African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government is hosting a historic summit in Kampala, Uganda, from January 9th to 11th, 2025. This high-level gathering focuses on the…
Hollywood on Fire: Wildfires Ravage Iconic Los Angeles Neighborhoods
Los Angeles is in crisis as devastating wildfires sweep through the region, claiming at least five lives and displacing over 130,000 residents. The latest blaze, the Sunset Fire, erupted on…
UK Gripped by Arctic Blasting Temperatures Plunge to -20C with Snow and Flood Alerts
By Nakiwala Barbra Wintry weather continues to tighten its grip across the UK, with temperatures expected to plummet to as low as -20C in some regions overnight. Heavy snowfall earlier…
Former Koboko Woman MP Margaret Baba Diri Dies En Route to Hospital
Margaret Baba Diri, the former Woman Member of Parliament for Koboko, has passed away. Her death was announced in Parliament on Thursday by James Boliba Baba, the MP for Koboko…
The People’s Voice Falls Silent: Hon. Muhammad Ssegirinya’s Journey of Resilience and Service”
By Timothy Lukanga and Barbara Nakiwala Hon. Muhammad Ssegirinya, fondly known as “Mr. Update,” a relentless advocate for the people of Kawempe North, has passed away at the age of…
Uganda Rolls Out Digital Vehicle Plates in Third Phase of ITMS Project
The Ministry of Works and Transport has today launched the third phase of its Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS), introducing digital vehicle registration plates for private and public vehicles entering…
