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They could barely afford tuition — Now their app is teaching a nation

In 2015, seven science education students crammed into a dorm room at Makerere University with an audacious dream to change how Uganda thinks about teachers, science education, and accessibility to learning. Ten years later, that dream has taken digital shape as Educan Uganda, an ambitious education startup now gaining national attention for its bold attempt…

“On the road to surgery and full recovery” – Weasel speaks out after domestic incident involving wife Sandra Teta

Popular Ugandan musician Douglas Mayanja, known professionally as Weasel, has broken his silence after sustaining serious injuries in an alleged domestic altercation with his wife, Sandra Teta. The incident occurred late Wednesday night at Shans Bar, located in Munyonyo, Makindye Division, Kampala. According to police, Teta is accused of intentionally knocking Weasel down three times…

Uganda Electoral Commission revises nomination dates ahead of 2026 elections

The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced changes to its 2025/2026 election roadmap, adjusting key nomination dates for local government, parliamentary, and presidential elections. Local Government Nominations Originally planned for 3–12 September 2025, the nomination of candidates for local government councils will now be conducted in stages: District/City (Chairpersons, Lord Mayor, Councillors): 3–5 September 2025 Municipality/City…

“The Go-Kart Assassin”: Can Kevin Bebeto defend his crown as Uganda’s Reigning speed king?

At just 20 years old, Kevin Bebeto has earned the fierce nickname “The Go-Kart Assassin”, and for good reason. Known for his ruthless precision and relentless pace on the track, Bebeto has become a rising star in Ugandan motorsport. He doesn’t just dominate go-kart circuits he’s also ranked third in Uganda’s CRC National Championship, where…

Nyege Nyege shifts festival from Jinja to Kalagala for its 10th Anniversary

As Nyege Nyege Festival marks its 10th year, it is setting off on a new journey leaving behind its longtime home in Jinja to embrace the breathtaking Kalagala Falls, located in Uganda’s Kayunga District. Set to take place from November 20 to 23, 2025, this year’s edition is themed “Ekigunda ky’Omuliro; The Gathering of the…

Turning trash into jobs, energy and clean streets with Tubikima App

Uganda is making an unprecedented move to tackle its long-standing waste crisis with the launch of Tubikima Waste, a groundbreaking initiative from Big Seal Holdings that fuses digital innovation, environmental sustainability, and economic empowerment. At the center of this revolution is the Tubikima mobile application, now available on Android and iOS platforms. The app empowers…

Uganda needs Sh2.47 Trillion to fix crumbling roads — Katumba

Uganda needs Sh2.47 trillion to revamp its deteriorating road infrastructure, according to Works and Transport Minister Gen. Katumba Wamala. The revelation was made in a report presented to Parliament on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Uganda’s national road network currently spans approximately 21,292 kilometres of which 6,912.1 kilometres are paved, while 14,380 kilometres remain unpaved. The…

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