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Month: March 2024

NUP’s Leadership Grapples with Parliamentary Gridlock

As the sun dipped below the horizon on March 26, the National Unity Platform (NUP) found itself embroiled in a fierce political battle, with Speaker of Parliament Anita Among rejecting the party’s bid to remove Mr. Mathias Mpuuga from his…

Finding Harmony Amidst Noise: A Journey Through Uganda’s Spiritual Landscape

In the vibrant tapestry of Uganda’s spiritual fabric, the melody of faith often intertwines with the need for communal tranquility. The recent narrative surrounding Pastor James Bisoboka, a revered figure in the Pentecostal community, illuminates the nuanced dynamics of managing…

Infernal Intent: The Deadly Fire of St Bernard’s Revealed

In a solemn hearing at the Masaka High Court, the initial testimony shed light on the harrowing incident at St Bernard’s Secondary School in Rakai District. The court was informed by the first state witness that the devastating dormitory fire,…

The Acholi Inheritance: A Legacy Contested

The transfer of over 45,000 hectares of Acholi Sub-region’s government land into private ownership has raised eyebrows. The Ministry of Lands’ dossier indicates that private parties have secured over 158,100 hectares through both leasehold and freehold titles. A total of…

Firefight Fallout: Kasese Schools and Police at Odds

The sequence of fires at two schools in Kasese District has starkly revealed the inadequacies in the emergency response system and the schools’ observance of safety measures. On the unique date of February 29, a blaze decimated a boys’ dormitory…

The IGG Chronicles: Exposing Corruption in the Heart of Uganda

In the Busoga sub-region, officials have confessed to engaging in corrupt practices, citing their low salaries as the primary reason, according to findings by the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) from recent dialogues. Gerald Gwaira, an official from the Ombudsman’s office,…

Woman Held in Nakaseke Murder Probe After Husband’s Fatal Attack

In Nakaseke District, a 47-year-old woman is presently in police custody under suspicion of fatally hacking her husband to death in Kassaga Village, Nakaseke Sub County. The victim, identified as 60-year-old John Bosco Kalemera, a native doctor, was reportedly attacked…

Unveiling Grief: Artists Reflect on Loss in the 2024 Njabala Exhibition

The Annual Njabala Exhibition (ANE), titled “Njabala: An Elegy,” is currently being showcased at the Makerere Art Gallery in Kampala, starting from March 5 and set to conclude next Saturday. This third edition, held in 2024, delves into the intricate…

President Ruto Boosts County Budgets with Ksh.46.3 Billion Injection

President William Ruto made a significant move on Monday by signing the County Governments Additional Allocations Bill, 2023, into law, which will inject an additional Ksh.46.3 billion into county coffers for the Financial Year 2023/2024. The signing ceremony, held at…

Remembering Mr. Ibu: A Legacy of Laughter and Love in Nollywood

The Nigerian entertainment fraternity mourns the loss of one of its brightest stars, the incomparable John Okafor, affectionately known as Mr. Ibu. His recent passing, amidst medical treatment in Lagos, has cast a somber hue over the industry. Emeka Rollas…