The High Court has ordered Patrick Masambu, the former executive director of Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) to remove his structures from a small portion of land in Bugolobi, that is owned by Omar Ahmed (aka Mandela) and his brothers. The portion is roughly 10 feet by 5 feet (54 square meters). The ruling, delivered by…
President Museveni has met with a China-based consortium to discuss the proposed development of an international airport in Nyakisharara, Mbarara. The project, led by Base 7 Aviation International Academy and their consultants, Hamster Business Solutions, aims to transform the region’s economic landscape. According Charles Mugabi and Alexandria Judith Kyakunzire of Base 7 Aviation International Academy,…
Dr. Ezra Simon Yiga of the Democratic Front (DF) has officially announced his candidacy for the Gomba East parliamentary seat in the 2026 elections. He told Bbeg Media in an interview that his grassroots mobilization efforts significantly boost his chances of defeating the incumbent, Godfrey Ssaazi of the National Unity Platform (NUP). “I want to…
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) leadership in Buganda has initiated a campaign to reclaim the region through district-level mobilization strategies. Led by the newly appointed NRM vice chairman for Buganda, Haruna Kasolo, party leaders convened a meeting at Hotel Africana in Kampala to strategize and ensure President Museveni’s victory in the region in the 2026…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has issued a stern directive to nominated candidates for various local council positions, prohibiting them from campaigning before November 10, 2025, the officially designated start date for campaign activities. This announcement comes as part of the EC’s efforts to ensure a structured and fair electoral process in line with its general…
Ronald Balimwezo has been officially nominated as a candidate for the Kampala lord mayorship on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket. Balimwezo was nominated at the Electoral Commission (EC) offices in Ntinda. He will challenge the incumbent Lord Mayor, Erias Lukwago in what is anticipated to be a competitive election. Balimwezo outlined his vision for…
Once upon a time in Kampala, Uganda there was a bank called Commercial Bank of Africa (CBA) and a company named Kare Distribution Ltd. They had done business together, involving loans and accounts, but things went sour. In 2018, they ended up in a lower court to sort out their disagreement. Instead of fighting it…
The Electoral Commission has nominated Beatrice Nambi Mao as a candidate for Kampala Lord Mayoral elections in 2026. Nambi is the wife of Norbert Mao, the minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and she is carrying the flag of the Democratic Party (DP). She was accompanied by party officials. “I have been nominated to contest…
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has launched a state-of-the-art traffic control system valued at Shs 63 billion. The project, funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), aims to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion in Uganda’s capital city. The minister of state for Kampala, Kyofatogabye Kabuye, described the system as a significant milestone…
Stanbic Bank Uganda has called for aggressive investment in entrepreneurship and innovation to address the country’s youth unemployment crisis. The bank made the call during the Investor Roundtable Summit hosted by the Makerere University Alumna Association. The event, themed “Exploring Opportunities for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Value Creation for Accelerated Socio-Economic Integration and Development of Sub-Saharan…
Norbert Mao, the minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, has announced that the government is developing a new law on biometric voter verification to address vote rigging and other electoral fraud challenges affecting the electoral processes. Speaking to Bbeg Media at the Democratic Party (DP) headquarters on Balintuma Road in Kampala, Mao emphasized the importance…
Next Media has opened an internal investigation into allegations that some of its editors, reporters, and video journalists have been benefiting “financially” from news sources and subjects. Impeccable sources told Bbeg Media that the probe is headed by Sauba Luwaga, the head of internal audit. Luwaga is one of Kin Kariisa’s most trusted lieutenants at…
The PPDA Appeals Tribunal has dismissed a case challenging Uganda Revenue Authority’s (URA) decision to rent office space in tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia’s new building, Pearl Tower One, at Shs 18. 7 billion over a period of three years. The decision had been challenged by Twed Property Development Limited (TWED), which had also put in a…
Innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship shone brightly as the Stanbic National Schools Championship (NSC) celebrated its 10th anniversary at a vibrant grand finale held at Mestil Hotel in Kampala. Sumayya Girls High School, Nsangi, triumphed in the Student Spark category with their innovative Urocare UTI detector, a groundbreaking early-detection kit designed to help young women identify…
The High Court has decided to keep a caveat on a piece of land in Ntinda, Kampala, amid an ongoing ownership dispute between Multi Consults Design Ltd and the National Housing and Construction Company (NHCC). The decision, delivered by Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, rejected an application by Multi Consults to remove the caveat placed by…
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has obtained clearance from the Solicitor General to commence decommissioning and repurposing of the Kiteezi landfill in Wakiso following its tragic collapse in 2024. The process will involve cutting and stabilisation of steep waste slopes, pollution management, and sealing off the waste surface among others. KCCA’s Deputy Executive Director,…
The Uganda Medical Association (UMA) has expressed significant concern regarding the Equal Opportunities Tribunal’s ruling on July 30, 2025, which mandates that non-medical health professionals must not be excluded from administrative and policy leadership positions. The tribunal’s decision stated that “the persistent exclusion of non-MBChB health professionals from administrative and policy leadership positions amounts to…
Dr. Patricia Ojangole, the managing director of Uganda Development Bank (UDB), has urged the government to support the scaling up of national development banks like UDB if they are to make a real impact in the lives of the people. Ojangole was speaking on the second day of the Uganda Development Finance Summit organised by…
Preparations for the 2025 Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) Expo have been officially launched today with a call for local manufacturers to be innovative. The function was presided over by the minister for Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Monica Musenero. The annual exhibition, which will take place from October 2 to October 12 is expected to…
Prof Waswa Balunywa is a name synonymous with the transformation of business education in Uganda. Widely regarded as the “grandfather of the Bcom degree,” he led Makerere University Business School (MUBS) for over three decades, turning it from a small department at Makerere University into a leading institution with over 20,000 students and an expansive…
The High Court has declared part of a lawsuit invalid because it was filed against a person who had already died. The case revolves around a piece of land in Kawempe, Kampala, measuring about five acres. This land was subdivided into Plots 498 and 499 in the 1990s, sparking claims of fraud and ownership battles…
Title: Burn Book: A Tech Love Story by Kara Swisher Number of Pages: 320 Main Thrust Tech CEOs and their companies have too much, unchecked power with no interest in serving the interests of their ill informed customers unless forced by governments. There is little to no regulation for these multinational behemoths that influence elections…
Walter Lubega Mukaaku, the chairman of the Democratic Front (DF), has warned political parties against the continued suppression and marginalization of experienced and capable leaders. Mukaaku made these remarks while addressing the media and DF supporters during a press conference at the party’s headquarters in Namirembe, Kampala. “We shall defend all sidelined and disgruntled able…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has issued a notice urging all individuals aspiring to contest in the 2026 local councils elections to familiarize themselves with the nomination requirements ahead of time. Simon Byabakama, the EC chairperson, said the nomination period for candidates is set for September 3 to September 24, 2025. Nominations will be conducted based…
President Museveni has said economic development in Africa has been hampered by leaders who lack vision and who have no integrity. Museveni made the remarks at Speke Resort Munyonyo while officially opening the Uganda Development Finance Summit organised by Uganda Development Bank (UDB). “Africa is 250 years behind Europe because most of the leaders neither…
The Rotary Club of Kampala-Wandegeya has conducted a health and sanitation initiative in the Kimwanyi Zone, Katanga, Kawempe Division. During the exercise more than 500 residents were treated for various ailments. Led by Peter Zaake, the chairperson of Rotary Health Days in Uganda, the initiative began with a needs assessment that identified poor sanitation, primarily…
Uganda remains committed to an agreement it signed with the United States to receive deportees, despite criticism at home and abroad, a senior government official said on Monday. Charles Ouma, deputy solicitor general, told reporters that it is common practice for countries to enter into agreements on matters of mutual interest. “I know it may…
The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) has extended an invitation to members of the National Unity Platform (NUP) who were denied tickets to contest as flagbearers in the coming elections. Addressing journalists today, PLU Secretary General David Kabanda said the organization’s influence in Uganda’s political landscape had grown. He said the PLU is committed to…
President Museveni has dominated Uganda’s political scene for nearly four decades. This is not news. Here is what is: During this time, a pattern has emerged within the National Resistance Movement (NRM), a party that he leads and shepherds like a personal kiosk: prominent figures face humiliation, demotion, or even legal troubles, yet they rarely…
The Constitutional Court has thrown out a public interest lawsuit aimed at stopping security agencies from re-arresting suspects immediately after they are granted bail, acquitted, or released by courts. The court said the case doesn’t require interpreting the Constitution but is better suited for the High Court to handle as a human rights enforcement matter….
President Museveni has emphasized the importance of treating all members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) equally, regardless of how long they have been in the party. In a statement addressed to Bazzukulu (grand childre), Museveni argued that old and new members must co-exist peacefully if the party wants to grow stronger and achieve bigger…
The minister of Health, Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng, has called on member countries of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to adopt flexibility in their collaborative efforts to combat regional health emergencies. She emphasized the need for resources to support community system strengthening and cross-border surveillance to address pandemic outbreaks in the region. Speaking at…
Maj Gen James Birungi, the former Chief of Military Intelligence (CMI) , has been arrested and is currently detained at the Makindye Military Police Barracks, sources haave confirmed. He reportedly faces charges, including treason, corruption, and related offences. Bbeg Media understands that Birungi’s arrest follows an internal investigation initiated by the UPDF high command into…
The Court of Appeal has rejected an appeal by 34 former law enforcement assistants who argued they were unfairly fired by the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) and deserved pension, gratuity, and other benefits. The three-judge panel upheld an earlier decision by the Industrial Court, saying the workers were bound by their short-term contracts and…
Collins Tanga, the newly elected chairman of the NRM Youth League and son to Dr Tanga Odoi, the party’s electoral commission chief, has refuted allegations that he rigged his way to victory. Tanga secured 1,567 votes to defeat his closest rival, Brenda Kiconco, who garnered 1,355 votes, with a margin of 212 votes. The election,…
Dr. Mariam Mohammed Hussein, Somalia’s minister of state for Health and Human Services, has called on the Somali community in Uganda to take proactive measures against the spread of communicable diseases. Speaking to Bbeg Media on the sidelines of the IGAD conference at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Dr. Hussein, accompanied by a six-member delegation from Mogadishu,…
For three days, I covered the NRM delegates conference at Kololo as a reporter for Bbeg Media. So many things have been written about the conference on social media. Some of them are true, others are not. Here are my key observations: Food was in abundance: I observed delegates enjoying an abundance of meals, with…
The High Court has overturned a contempt of court ruling and fines imposed by the Tax Appeals Tribunal (TAT) against Nile Breweries arguing that it (tribunal) lacked the power to punish the company for what it called “civil contempt”. However, the court sided with the tribunal on a key tax rule, confirming that companies must…
President Museveni has urged party leaders to reject corruption, division, and injustice to maintain the NRM’s unity and public trust. Museveni made the plea while closing the party’s delegates conference at Kololo Independence Ground. Freshly endorsed as the NRM flagbearer for the 2026 general elections, Museveni congratulated the delegates for completing a massive nationwide exercise…
Mengo Court Magistrate Adams Byarugaba has remanded Prossy Namugga, the mother of a suspect, after she failed to trace the whereabouts of her son, Moses Tumwiine, also known as Semanobe. Namugga was arrested a few days ago following a warrant issued by the same court when her son, Moses Tumwiine, missed court appearances more than…
Dr. Rony Bahatungire, the Acting Commissioner in charge of Clinical Services, has urged paediatricians to intensify their efforts in treating non-communicable diseases (NCDs), malaria, and reducing malnutrition among children. Representing Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng, the minister of Health, Bahatungire addressed paediatricians at the 21st Annual Uganda Paediatric Association Conference held at the Mestil Hotel in…
Family ties are shaping Parliament. People who die in office are increasingly succeeded by close relatives — children, spouses or even siblings — and often with strong support from political parties and local communities. At least five members of the current Parliament have succeeded their relatives, and in previous Parliaments, multiple members did as well….
The National Unity Platform (NUP) launched its fundraising drive earlier this year to support its campaign efforts for the 2026 general elections in Uganda. However, concerns persist among analysts and party insiders about whether these funds will be used effectively to achieve their intended objectives. Notable contributions have already been made, with leaders like Shamim…
A first year student at Kampala International University (KIU) has been given an unexpected financial boost after winning a cash prize in Stanbic Bank’s ongoing Kya Double with SupaDupa campaign. Daniella Muwanga Nantege, 20, who is pursuing course in Medicine and Surgery at the Ishaka campus, was announced as the latest winner after depositing money…
Dr. Abed Bwanika has been nominated to contest for the Kimanya-Kabonera MP seat by the Democratic Front for the 2026 elections. Addressing supporters at Patel Shamji Hotel in Masaka, Bwanika expressed confidence in his re-election, highlighting his legislative achievements, including presenting a private member’s bill and improving agriculture through initiatives like distributing coffee seedlings to…
Ugandan immigrants in South Africa are living in fear due to intensified police crackdowns targeting undocumented migrants, leading to arrests and imprisonment. A Ugandan resident in Durban, speaking anonymously via phone, described the situation as tense. “We are currently living in fear as many of our colleagues are in prison due to lack of asylum…
The government has said the construction of the 272-kilometre Malaba-Kampala Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) is in full swing, marking a significant milestone in the country’s infrastructure development. This flagship project, part of the broader East African Community Railway Master Plan and the Northern Corridor Integrated Projects, aims to modernize Uganda’s transport network, enhance regional connectivity,…
Yesterday, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) delegates conference at Kololo Independence Grounds was marked by intense political developments, strategic victories, and surprising withdrawals, signaling shifts within the ruling party’s leadership ahead of the 2026 elections. One of the biggest victors was Jacqueline Mbabazi, wife of former Prime Minister John Patrick Amama Mbabazi, who was elected…
Climate activists from across Africa, united under Oilwatch Africa, convened in Uganda to strengthen their resolve for climate justice, challenge exploitation in the oil sector, and demand reparations for African nations grappling with the impacts of climate change. In a vibrant discussion co-hosted by the Africa Institute for Energy Governance (AFIEGO), the activists issued a…
Stanbic Bank Uganda has extended its sponsorship of the Black Pirates Rugby Club for three more years. The bank celebrated the team’s recent victories with a lively ceremony, where they also showed off the team’s new kit for the upcoming Rujumba Sevens Rugby Tournament at Kings Park Arena this weekend. Akot Apel Rita, Stanbic Bank’s…
