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UPDF Officer’s Fatal Collision on Kampala-Jinja Highway

A pall of sorrow descends upon Buikwe District as Maj. Nsamba Habib Katakabire, a dedicated UPDF officer, loses his life in a heart-wrenching accident along the Kampala-Jinja highway. The poignant incident unfolds near Mabira, leaving the community in mourning. Driving…

Strategies to Combat Poverty in Lango

Amidst the bustling streets of Lira City, a beacon of hope emerges in the form of Eng Dr. Michael Moses Odongo Okune, the newly elected paramount chief of Lango. Standing before a congregation at the All Nations Gospel Church, Dr….

Road Collapse Redux: Kampala-Masaka

In the labyrinth of Uganda’s transportation networks, the Kampala-Masaka highway stands as a vital conduit of connectivity. However, recent events have unveiled a troubling vulnerability as a crucial segment of road between Kyengera and Budo junction surrendered to the relentless…

From Phones to Jerseys: ForteBet’s Gift Galore

ForteBet, Uganda’s leading betting company, recently made headlines with its heartwarming gesture towards its clients. Over the weekend, the company embarked on a mission to spread joy and gratitude, surprising hundreds of its patrons with an array of exciting gifts….

Uganda’s Passport Gridlock: Storage Woes

The Ugandan Directorate of Immigration is currently contending with a pressing storage challenge caused by a substantial backlog of uncollected passports. Across five centers in Kampala, Jinja, Gulu, Mbarara, and Mbale, over 50,000 passports, some dating back to 2018, remain…

ForteBet’s Commitment to Safety and Appreciation in Uganda

This weekend, ForteBet, the top betting enterprise in Uganda, lived up to its reputation by lavishing its customers with extraordinary gifts. Scores of customers left ForteBet’s branches in Nakasongola, Luweero, Migyera, Kakooge, Kiwoko, and Kikyusa with their hands full of…

Kizza Besigye’s Strategy: Peaceful Power Transition Before the Next Polls

Dr. Kizza Besigye, a recurrent presidential candidate in Uganda, has urged the nation’s citizens to establish local groups with the goal of transferring power from President Museveni before the 2026 general elections. On April 3rd, Dr. Besigye addressed the Forum…

Namungoona’s Soccer Spectacle: ForteBet and Alex Muhangi Shine

In the heart of Namungoona, where the sun kisses the earth with warmth, a spirited soccer tournament unfolded—a clash of skill, passion, and camaraderie. The stage was set, and the air buzzed with anticipation as ForteBet and their charismatic brand…

Athletic Glory at the African Games: Fortebet Real Stars March Awards

The Fortebet Real Stars Sports Monthly Awards for March have been announced, celebrating the athletes who excelled in their respective sports during the African Games. Rugby’s spotlight was on Lydia Namabiro, whose stellar performance with the Lady Rugby Cranes Sevens…

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…