Porto-Novo, Benin — Benin was thrown into turmoil on Sunday after a group of soldiers appeared on national television announcing that they had toppled President Patrice Talon, suspended the constitution, and seized control of the country. Led by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri, the soldiers declared that a military transition council was now in charge, hours…
Makerere University Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe has called on African students to take charge of the continent’s technological and economic future, saying Africa’s emancipation will come not through politics, but through education, research, and innovation. Prof. Nawangwe made the remarks during the launch of the SoonPay digital wallet app at Makerere University, an event…
Uganda’s music scene continues to thrive as artists release new tracks that resonate with fans across the country. From politically inspired singles to collaborations filled with star power, this week’s music chart highlights a range of styles and messages dominating both radio and digital platforms. Ntoli – Sandra Naxx Sandra Naxx delivers a soulful performance…
Singer Gloria Bugie has spoken out following a viral photo of her with Nyanzi Martin Luther that sparked speculation about a possible romantic relationship. The image, which circulated widely on social media this week, shows the two in a seemingly warm embrace, prompting widespread assumptions from fans. However, during her appearance on Galaxy TV’s “The…
Gulu— Tension gripped Gulu City on Saturday after the National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate, Mr Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, was blocked from accessing the city with his convoy, triggering violent confrontations, injuries, and widespread disruption of business ahead of his scheduled campaign rally. The chaos began early in the day when unknown assailants…
Teso — Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate Rt. Hon. Nathan Nandala Mafabi has stepped up his campaign activities in eastern Uganda, traversing Bukedea, Serere and Soroti districts with a message centred on economic revival, agricultural transformation and restoring dignity to neglected communities. On Tuesday, the FDC secretariat announced that Nandala Mafabi will continue…
West Nile — The Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) has intensified its nationwide campaigns with a strong message of integrity, nonviolence, and transformation, as party presidential candidate Maj. Gen. (Rtd.) Mugisha Muntu traverses the West Nile sub–region ahead of the 2026 General Election. In a series of engagements across Adjumani, Moyo, Koboko, and Maracha districts…
Kitagwenda — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Thursday received a significant show of support in Kitagwenda District after Hajji Bruhan Sserunga, father of presidential candidate Hon. Mubarak Munyagwa, publicly praised the NRM flag bearer’s leadership and urged residents to re-elect him in 2026. Addressing crowds at Kayombo Primary School, Hajji Sserunga—described as a veteran community…
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has opened a new service centre on Nakivubo Road in a move aimed at bringing tax education and support closer to Kampala’s traders, many of whom operate in one of the city’s busiest commercial zones. Announcing the development, Kizito Charles Kasozi, Commissioner for Strategy and Risk Management, said the centre…
Ugandan filmmaker Mboowa Swadiqu has called for urgent reforms in Uganda’s copyright law to better protect movie creators, warning that the country’s current legal framework leaves filmmakers exposed to content theft and exploitation. At just 21 years old, Swadiqu has already built a reputation in Uganda’s independent film scene. Speaking to local media, he highlighted…