President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has applauded the National Resistance Movement (NRM) for conducting what he described as “much more peaceful and fraud-free” primary elections for local government positions held on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Speaking in a public statement addressed to NRM members, particularly the Bazzukulu (youth supporters), and the wider Ugandan population, the President…
In a significant legal victory for Uganda, a London-based international arbitration tribunal has dismissed all claims brought against the country by investors in Rift Valley Railways (RVR). The investors had sought more than $2.3 billion in compensation, accusing Uganda and Kenya of breaching agreements related to the management of the Meter Gauge Railway (MGR). Tribunal…
The global sports and entertainment world is in mourning following the death of Terry Gene Bollea known to fans across the globe as Hulk Hogan who passed away at age 71. A symbol of professional wrestling’s golden age, Hogan was one of the most influential athletes of all time, whose presence elevated wrestling into a…
As Uganda gears up for the 2026 general elections, the Forum for Women in Democracy (FOWODE) has unveiled the LeadHERship Digital Resource Hub, a virtual platform aimed at empowering women with the knowledge, tools, and mentorship needed to compete effectively in Uganda’s male-dominated political arena. Speaking during the launch in Kampala, FOWODE’s Executive Director described…
The Shincheonji Taekwondo team has once again cemented its reputation on the global stage, delivering an all-medal performance at the 2025 Park Chung-hee Cup International Open Taekwondo Championships. The event, held from July 18–21 at the Sangju Indoor Gymnasium, drew over 4,200 athletes from 18 countries, including South Korea, the United States, and France. Competitors…
Uganda’s economy continues on an upward trajectory, registering a robust growth rate of 6.3% for the Financial Year 2024/25, according to the latest Performance of the Economy report released by the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. The report, covering the month of June 2025, highlights improved economic indicators across multiple sectors including exports,…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, in a strongly-worded public statement, has condemned alleged cases of electoral malpractice during the recently concluded NRM party primaries held on July 17, 2025. The primaries saw participation from over 9.22 million registered party members across the country, which the president hailed as a “massive democratic process.” In his address, Museveni…
The Deputy Head of Public Service, Mrs. Jane Kyarisiima Mwesiga, has called for strengthened coordination, innovation, and accountability across the water and environment sector as the country implements the Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV). Speaking during a high-level engagement with the Ministry of Water and Environment, Mrs. Mwesiga praised the Ministry’s contributions to national…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has issued new guidance on the verification of academic qualifications for political aspirants ahead of the 2025/2026 General Elections. In a statement released Tuesday, the EC reminded those seeking to contest for positions including President, Member of Parliament, District or City Chairperson, and Lord Mayor that the minimum academic requirement remains…
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party has concluded its hotly contested primaries across the country, unveiling a strong lineup of flag bearers for various constituencies ahead of the 2026 general elections. While the electoral process was largely peaceful in Kampala and in most constituencies, it registered a noticeably low voter turnout compared to other regions….
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