Flavia Nakafeero, the Deputy Secretary for Diaspora Affairs of the Democratic Front (DF), has officially joined the race for Wakiso District Woman MP in the 2026 general elections. Speaking to Bbeg Media at DF headquarters in Mengo, Nakafeero outlined her commitment to prioritizing service delivery through effective legislation. Nakafeero said her campaign focuses on addressing…
Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu, the Secretary for External Affairs for the National Unity Platform (NUP), has publicly addressed criticisms from within his party, admitting to deliberately avoiding media engagement despite accusations of corruption and indiscipline. Speaking to Bbeg Media outside NUP headquarters in Kavule, Kampala yesterday, Nyanzi, the elder brother of NUP president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu,…
Habib Buwembo, the Head of Mobilisation at the National Unity Platform (NUP), has firmly defended his decision not to contest for any parliamentary position in the 2026 general elections. He told Bbeg Media in an interview that his choice stems from being relatively new to NUP and not holding a position on the National Executive…
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are the leading cause of infertility in women, Aidah Nassolo, the lead consultant at Wandegeya Imaging Centre in Uganda has told Bbeg Media. She said STDs such as chlamydia and gonorrhea can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which may cause tubal factor infertility (TFI) by scarring or blocking the fallopian…
Mohammed Kateregga, the Secretary General of the Justice Forum (JEEMA) and former Bukomansimbi district Chairperson, has criticized opposition legislators for the ongoing funding stalemate affecting political parties within the Inter-Party Organisation for Dialogue (IPOD). In an interview with Bbeg Media, Kateregga threatened legal action over the current law on political party funding within IPOD. “I…
The Senior Presidential Advisor on Land Matters, Gertrude Nanyunja Njuba, has said the NRM historical figures need to meet to discuss the direction the country should take post-President Museveni. Speaking to Bbeg Media at her home in Nangabo, Wakiso District, Njuba stressed that such a meeting would enable historicals to better understand the government’s stance…
Florence Namaganda, founder of the Special Children’s Trust, has urged the government to amend public service delivery programs to better support children with disabilities. Speaking at the 10th Awareness and Fun Day for disabled children at Lugogo Indoor Stadium in Kampala, she decried the high costs of imported facilities and equipment, such as wheelchairs, due…
DFCU Bank yesterday announced a profit after tax of Shs 72.1 billion for the financial year 2023/2024, turning a crucial corner as it recovers from the economic shocks of Covid-19. Speaking at the 60th Annual General Meeting held at Hotel Africana in Kampala, Jimmy Mugerwa, DFCU’s board cahirman reassured shareholders of the bank’s commitment to…
Dr. Michael Lulume Bayiga, the Buikwe South MP, has outlined reasons why he left the Democratic Party (DP) for the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF). Speaking to Bbeg Media, Bayiga, who balances his medical practice with a political career, said he left the DP because the party, once built on democratic principles of truth, justice, constitutionalism,…
Charles Peter Mayiga, the Katikkiro of Buganda Kingdom, has praised Rotarians for their competence-based leadership, which has delivered impactful results despite limited resources. Speaking to Bbeg Media at Bulange Mengo while receiving a delegation of Rotary District 9213, led by their new governor, Geofrey Martin Kitakule, Mayiga highlighted the Rotarians’ ability to select qualified leaders…
