A diplomatic controversy has erupted online after comments by Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba triggered a response from the Embassy of Iran in South Africa, drawing sharp reactions from Ugandan political figures. Gen Kainerugaba (Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, @mkainerugaba on X) posted a series of tweets about the Israel-Iran conflict in late March 2026. Many were…
The High Court in Kampala has adjourned further proceedings in the treason trial of veteran opposition figure Kizza Besigye, his aide Hajj Obeid Lutale, and Capt Denis Oola after the defence raised serious concerns over the prosecution’s failure to provide full evidence ahead of trial. During a court session on February 24, 2026, defence lawyers…
Kampala, Uganda — Winnie Byanyima, the wife of detained opposition leader Kizza Besigye, has revealed that she was informed by Paul Ssemogerere that President Yoweri Museveni requested the postponement of a planned prayer Mass in honour of Besigye and other political prisoners. The decision, she said, came ahead of a scheduled service at Lubaga Cathedral….
Inequality remains a major barrier to Africa’s development goals, particularly the Agenda 2063 vision of inclusive growth, health and education, according to remarks by Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS and veteran advocate for economic justice. In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter) late Wednesday, Byanyima said the world’s economic system is “wired”…
KAMPALA — Ugandans at home and abroad have taken to social media to send birthday and Valentine’s Day messages to veteran opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye, whose birthday falls on February 14, as concerns continue to grow over his health and prolonged detention. Among those who sent messages was Winnie Byanyima, the Executive Director of…