ROME — Cindy McCain, the Executive Director of the World Food Programme (WFP), has announced her intention to step down from her leadership role at the global humanitarian organisation. In a heartfelt statement, McCain cited health challenges as the primary reason for her departure, noting that her recovery has not reached a level that allows…
Kampala, Uganda — Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) Executive Director Dan Odongo has revealed that national examiners are paid rates that are “too low,” urging lawmakers to increase payments ahead of upcoming national examinations. Odongo spoke before the Parliament’s Education and Sports Committee on February 18, 2026, as part of discussions around the 2026/27 National…
Mukono, Uganda — The Uganda Police Force has arrested two suspects in connection with the vandalism of electricity infrastructure at Azam Construction Company Limited in Buligobe Village, Nama Sub-county. The suspects, identified as Mzee Asheraf and Mubiru Geoffrey, were taken into custody following a rapid police response to a report made on February 24, 2026,…
Vatican City — The Holy See Press Office has unveiled a series of upcoming apostolic journeys by Pope Leo XIV, confirming that the pontiff will travel to multiple continents in the coming months. The announcement was shared through church channels, including the Uganda Episcopal Conference social platforms. Papal Visit to Africa Scheduled for April Pope…
A father has been taken into custody by police following a violent incident in which he allegedly found a young man in the family home with his teenage daughter, according to security sources involved in the investigation. The suspect, identified as Herbert Musasizi, told officers during questioning that he was “incensed” after discovering Martin Bukenya,…