Community Leaders Vow to Block Bobi Wine from Teso Over UK Sanctions Controversy
A section of community leaders in Soroti City has vowed to prevent Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine and the president of the National Unity Platform (NUP), from entering…
Questions Arise After Alleged Coup Attempt in DR Congo Involving Foreign Nationals
A day after the Democratic Republic of Congo's army claimed to have foiled an attempted coup involving several Americans and a British man, the capital city of Kinshasa is abuzz…
Police Issue Security Guidelines for Martyrs Day Celebrations on June 3, 2024
In preparation for the upcoming Martyrs Day celebration on June 3, 2024, the police have issued comprehensive security guidelines to ensure the safety of pilgrims traveling to the Namugongo shrines.…
UPDF Recruitment 2024 Dates, Procedures, and Selection Criteria Announced
The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) made a significant announcement through a press statement released by Brig. General Felix Kulayigye, Director Defence Public Information. The statement outlined the commencement and…
Iran Mourns, President’s Death in Helicopter Crash Rocks Nation
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi, along with Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, met a tragic end in a helicopter crash in Iran's East Azerbaijan province. The crash site was located after a…
Congolese Army and UPDF Capture ADF Explosives Expert In A Joint Operation
Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) and the Congolese army have successfully apprehended Anywari AI Iraq, an explosives expert operating within the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Major Bilal Katamba, the…
UBOS Extends Census Deadline to May 25, 2024, Addressing Challenges for Comprehensive Coverage
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has announced an extension of the census exercise until May 25, 2024. This decision, conveyed in a statement by UBOS Executive Director, Dr. Chris…
Basalirwa Backtracks on JEEMA Presidency Exit, Unveils Cabinet Shake-Up
The political landscape of Uganda's Justice Forum (JEEMA) took an unexpected turn as Asuman Basalirwa, the party's President, made a dramatic reversal of his decision to step down. Just days…
Government Launches Laptop Distribution to Support Parish Development Model
The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance has initiated a laptop distribution campaign aimed at strengthening the implementation of the Parish Development Model (PDM) program. The launch event, held on…
President Ramaphosa to Enact National Health Insurance Bill in South Africa
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa is poised to enact a landmark legislation, the National Health Insurance (NHI) bill, just ahead of the May 29 national election. The bill, aimed at…
