Magere – National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has said his family and party continue to stand with relatives of detained, missing, injured and deceased supporters, as allegations of widespread repression against the opposition intensify ahead of Uganda’s 2026 general elections. While Bobi Wine was campaigning in Kalangala District,…
The Agricultural Credit Facility (ACF) has disbursed more than Shs1.23 trillion to support commercial agriculture in Uganda since its establishment in 2009, the Bank of Uganda (BoU) has said. According to Richard Byarugaba, the Executive Director for Finance at the Bank of Uganda, the facility was created to promote the commercialisation of agriculture by providing…
NEWARK, New Jersey — Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid was the big winner at the 11th Annual African Entertainment Awards USA (AEAUSA) 2025, held virtually with winners announced on December 20, 2025. The “Starboy” artist claimed three major awards, cementing his status as one of Africa’s most influential musicians. Wizkid took home: Best Male Artist, Album…
Hoima City – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially unveiled the state-of-the-art Hoima City Stadium, a modern 20,000-seater sports facility, marking a major boost to Uganda’s preparations for hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni, the President commissioned the multi-purpose…
Fr Deusdedit Ssekabira, who has been missing for weeks following his abduction by UPDF soldiers from Masaka District earlier this month, has been charged with money laundering. He is accused of concealing Shs500 million. He finally appeared before the Masaka Magistrate’s Court, but the presiding magistrate, Abdallah Kayiza, remanded him until January 21, 2026, stating…