President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Hon. Justice Flavian Zeija as the new Chief Justice of the Republic of Uganda, replacing Chief Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo, who has retired after attaining the mandatory retirement age of 70. The appointment was made in exercise of the powers vested in the President under Article 142(1) of the…
Ugandan music sensation Spice Diana has officially announced a change in her management, ending her professional relationship with Manager Lubega Rogers and Source Management. In an official statement, Spice Diana expressed appreciation for the support and contributions she received from Manager Rogers and Source Management during their partnership. She confirmed that all business matters between…
Police have arrested the Member of Parliament for Butambala County, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, in connection with recent incidents of political violence in the district that left several people dead and others injured. Katonga Region Police spokesperson Lydia Tumushabe confirmed the arrest, saying Kivumbi is currently being held in police custody and will be produced in…
Human rights activist Winnie Byanyima has raised alarm over the health and continued detention of her spouse, opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye, whom she says has been held in prison for over a year on what she described as trumped-up charges of treason. In a strongly worded statement issued on January 20, 2026, Byanyima expressed…
South Korea, widely celebrated for its global cultural influence through K-Pop, film, and television, is facing increasing scrutiny over allegations that government actions may be undermining religious freedom. Domestic civic groups and international observers have raised concerns following public remarks by senior South Korean officials that named a specific religious organization and called for intensive…
As Uganda heads toward the 2026 general election, much attention is fixed on parties, personalities, and alliances. Yet the most decisive force will be the youth. In a country where over 75 percent of the population is under the age of 30, the choices, energy, and turnout of young Ugandans will shape not only who…
Uganda is mourning the death of former Minister of Education and Sports Geraldine Namirembe Bitamazire, a veteran educationist and public servant whose work shaped the country’s education system for decades. She died on January 14, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on July 17, 1941, in Butambala District, Bitamazire was raised with a strong…
Julius Mugisa, an aspiring Member of Parliament for Buruli County, on January 12, 2026, led a multi-faith prayer meeting at Kijunjubwa Primary School, dedicating Uganda to God ahead of the general elections scheduled for January 15, 2026. The midday prayers brought together religious and local leaders from Kijunjubwa Sub-county in Buruli Constituency, including Pastor Asiimwe…
The Investigatory Chamber of the FUFA Ethics and Disciplinary Committee has provisionally suspended three players of Buhimba United Saints FC for 90 days over their alleged involvement in the manipulation of football results. The suspensions arise from an ongoing investigation into the match between Lugazi FC and Buhimba United Saints FC played on November 8,…
The High Court has upheld the disqualification of Walukaga Mathias from the Busiro East parliamentary race, ending his legal challenge against a decision by the Electoral Commission to cancel his nomination over academic qualifications. Walukaga was initially nominated on 23 October 2025 to contest for Member of Parliament for Busiro East Constituency. However, his nomination…
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