Ugandan runners have continued to shine on the international stage, securing podium finishes across marathons, road races, and cross-country events in 2026. Chesang Wins Osaka Marathon Uganda’s Stella Chesang claimed gold at the Osaka International Women’s Marathon in Japan on Sunday, finishing in a world-leading time of 2:19:31. Ethiopians Bedatu Hirpa (2:19:54) and Workenesh Edesa…
A fresh war of words has erupted between the government and the family of detained opposition veteran Dr Kizza Besigye after Information Minister Chris Baryomunsi dismissed reports that the four-time presidential candidate is seriously ill while in custody at Luzira Prison. Minister Baryomunsi, who is also the government spokesperson, described claims of Besigye’s deteriorating health…
Uganda’s Minister of Information, ICT and National Guidance, Chris Baryomunsi, has dismissed claims that opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is being hunted by state security agencies following the disputed January 2026 presidential election. Speaking to the media amid heightened post-election tensions, Baryomunsi, who also serves as the government spokesperson, said…
Security agencies have arrested five suspects linked to a string of aggravated robberies in the Kampala Metropolitan Policing Area and the murder of a police officer, following an intelligence-led operation that also led to the recovery of firearms. According to police, the arrests were conducted between January 24 and 27, 2026, during coordinated operations in…
The State has asked the High Court sitting in Masaka to adjourn proceedings in the money laundering case against Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira to February 4, 2026, citing the need for additional time to file key affidavits. Appearing before the court, Principal State Attorney Betty Karungi Gafabusa told the court that the prosecution requires affidavits…