Politics
MK Fund launches seed grants for young entrepreneurs
A new youth-focused initiative known as the MK Fund has launched a seed grant programme aimed at supporting young Ugandans with innovative business ideas across key sectors of the economy. The fund, chaired by Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, will provide small startup grants of up to Shs1 million (about $270) to individuals…
Richard Baabo Kamugisha named EC secretary
The Electoral Commission of Uganda has appointed Richard Baabo Kamugisha as the new Secretary to the Commission, effective March 4, 2026. Kamugisha had been serving in an acting capacity since late 2024 following the departure of the former Secretary. In a statement issued by the Commission, officials confirmed the appointment, noting that Kamugisha brings more…
Military mounts checkpoints in Bobi Wine manhunt
KAMPALA, Uganda — Military police on Monday mounted several checkpoints on major roads in and around Kampala, triggering speculation on social media that the operation could be linked to a search for opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine. Witnesses reported heavy security presence along Gayaza Road at Kitetikka, commonly known as…
Unity will make Africa strong, says Museveni
KAMPALA — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has returned to Uganda after attending the 25th Ordinary Summit of the East African Community Heads of State in Arusha, where he assumed the rotating chairmanship of the regional bloc. The Ugandan president took over leadership of the East African Community (EAC) from William Ruto, the president of Kenya,…
Makerere dissolves 91st guild cabinet
Makerere University has officially dissolved the 91st Students’ Guild Cabinet and the Guild Representative Council (GRC) following the completion of the current student leadership term. The decision, communicated in a formal notice dated March 6, 2026, was implemented in accordance with Article 11 (f) and (g) of the Makerere University Students’ Guild Statute 2022, with…