Matia Lwanga Bwanika, the Wakiso district chairman, has called on senior government officials to improve their oversight of government projects and ensure accountability, particularly in Wakiso, where they undertake their duties. This directive was issued during a meeting organised to review the progress of work in the district, attended by senior government officials led by…
Centenary Bank has issued a statement respoding to a news report by Bbeg Media over the Shs 310 million that reportedly vanished from the account of their deceased employee, Resty Mutima. In the statement, the bank said it is aware of the claims regarding funds that vanished from the estate account arguing that they were…
President Museveni yesterday presented awards to a group of distinguished Ugandan elders at the National Mentorship Day Awards ceremony held at State House, Entebbe. The event celebrated individuals who have significantly contributed to Uganda’s socio-economic progress, including industrialists, farmers, activists, educators, religious leaders, and lawyers. Among the honourees were Miria Matembe and Prof. Frederick Ssempebwa,…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has today officially opened its new permanent headquarters in Lweza, Lubowa, off Entebbe Road, where presidential nominations will take place on Tuesday next week. The site, developed by the National Housing and Construction Company (NHCC), has completed its first phase, enabling the EC to host the forthcoming nominations. Construction will resume…
Robert Kyagulanyi, the president of the National Unity Platform (NUP), yesterday said Norbert Mao, the minister of Justice and DP president, had betrayed the struggle for democracy and good governance. Addressing supporters ahead of his presidential nomination by the Electoral Commission on September 23, Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine expressed dismay at Mao’s recent remarks dismissing…
As a young lawyer striving to establish himself in the city, Joseph Balikuddembe Mutebi’s life was thrown into disarray when his father, Patrick Musisi, passed away in 2005. Musisi was no ordinary figure. He was the MP for Busiro South and a staunch supporter of the Democratic Party (DP). His legacy needed to be upheld….
The 7th edition of the City Tyre East Africa Badminton Challenge was officially launched in Kampala yesterday. The event is scheduled to take place from October 16 to 19, 2025, at the Lugogo Indoor Stadium. Organised by the Uganda Badminton Association, the tournament is set to attract top talent from across the region, including teams…
Clerics and Muslim faithful opposed to Shaban Ramathan Mubajje’s tenure as the Mufti of Uganda have given evidence in the Court of Appeal, challenging a High Court decision that dismissed their petition. In their testimony, they argued that the ruling by High Court Judge Bernard Namanya was flawed, as it suggested the dispute could be…
The High Court has granted Centenary Bank 14 days to to defend itself in a lawsuit accusing it of fraudulently withdrawing over Shs 310 million from the estate account of a deceased employee. The case stems from the death of Resty Mutima, a former bank employee. Her father, Gabriel Musisi, who was appointed administrator of…
Several politicians vying for the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag at the parliamentary level have expressed confidence that the party will emerge victorious in the 2026 elections. Speaking to Bbeg Media during the party’s vetting exercise at Kavule yesterday, the aspirants said they were committed to bringing change in their constituencies and the country. Some…
Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, the National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate for the Kampala Lord Mayor seat, has urged Kampala residents to avoid voting for ineffective legislators in the 2026 elections, warning that such choices could hinder efforts to lobby for service delivery programmes and effective budgeting. Balimwezo, the outgoing Nakawa East MP, shared these remarks in…
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has reported adding more than 640,000 new connections to the national grid in the six months since it assumed control from private operator Umeme in April 2025. UEDCL’s managing director, Paul Mwesigwa, revealed that the number of connections has risen from 1,782,085 to 2,430,489, marking an increase of…
President Museveni has endorsed a new cattle compensation plan for the Teso sub-region. The plan, outlined in a report by a committee led by Vice President Jessica Alupo, proposes providing five cows per household or their cash equivalent to around 489,000 households across Teso’s 12 districts. The president praised the report as realistic and inclusive,…
If you came of age in the early 2000s in Uganda, one tabloid stood out like the fiery chilli it claimed to be: The Red Pepper. If you wanted the juiciest scoops on celebrities, politicians, and everyday personalities, Red Pepper was your go-to source. It had been christened Kamulali in the local dialect, a direct translation…
Jude Mbabaali, the National Unity Platform (NUP) parliamentary aspirant for Kimanya-Kabonera in Masaka City, has issued a stern warning to Dr Abed Bwanika, the Democratic Front’s treasurer and his political rival, over his persistent verbal attacks on NUP leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu. Mbabaali, a former Masaka district chairman, made these remarks during a recent interview…
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has confirmed that more than 10 million Ugandans have renewed their national identity cards since the mass renewal and registration exercise commenced in May 2025. The nationwide initiative aims to register or renew IDs for approximately 33 million citizens. The exercise targets 15.8 million individuals whose national IDs…
They sat metres from each other and hardly exchanged any glances. They even did not shake hands. The race for the National Unity Platform (NUP) party ticket for the Kampala Woman MP seat in the 2026 elections is heating up. As the party vetted the aspirants for the position, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Speaker,…
Members of Parliament have urged the government to negotiate stronger bilateral agreements on labour externalisation following a recent BBC documentary highlighting the plight of Ugandan girls subjected to sex slavery in the United Arab Emirates UAE). The documentary, titled Death in Dubai, revealed the tragic deaths of two Ugandan girls who suffered perverse sexual assaults…
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has denied claims that it approved businessman Hamis Kiggundu’s ambitious plan to upgrade the Nakivubo drainage channel in Kampala. NEMA’s executive director, Barirega Akankwasa, told MPs on Defence and Internal Affairs Committee in Parliament that there were still environmental and social impact studies to be done before the project…
The High Court has temporarily halted the enforcement of over Shs 1.2 billion in costs awarded to court bailiffs in a protracted property dispute between DFCU Bank Limited and Meera Investments Limited. The ruling by Justice Olive Kazaarwe Mukwaya grants interim relief to DFCU Bank pending the resolution of broader appeals. The case originates from…
The Uganda Revenue Authority’s (URA) announced a blanket amnesty for taxpayers with arrears a move that some say signals a strategic shift toward fostering voluntary compliance and easing financial burdens on businesses still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. The URA’s move comes as Uganda grapples with uneven revenue collection. According to official figures, domestic tax…
The National Unity Platform (NUP) this week launched its vetting process for parliamentary candidates amid anxiety and uncertainity from the hundreds of candidates whose political life depends on winning the party flag. The exercise drew aspirants from Busiro East, Busiro South, Busiro North, Kyadondo East, Makindye Sabagabo, and the Woman MP position for Wakiso District….
The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) announced today that it will not put forward its own candidate for the 2026 presidential elections. The decision comes as the country grapples with increasing political tensions. At a press briefing today, the PFF explained that this choice is part of a bigger effort to create a single, powerful…
In a shocking decision, Justice Paul Nshimye, a High Court judge based in Mbarara, has allowed a male refugee accused of aggravated defilement to walk free on bail while awaiting trial. The ruling, made on September 12, 2025, has raised eyebrows because aggravated defilement – the crime the man is charged with – is one…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga yesterday urged the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to tap into Buganda’s vast investment opportunities. Mayiga tabled the proposal in a meeting with Mohammed Khalifa Al Mubarak, the chairman of the department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi, UAE. According to a press release, the meeting explored various aspects of Buganda’s…
In a significant move aimed at bolstering the integrity of the upcoming elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has released official symbols for 27 registered political parties and a set of 20 symbols available for independent candidates. This development, mandated under the Political Parties and Organisations Act of 2005, aims to prevent voter confusion and ensure…
President Museveni yesterday celebrated his 81st birthday with a vow to protect boda boda riders from exploitative boda loans and moneylenders. The birthday celebrations at Kol0lo ceremonial grounds were held concurrently with the first-ever Boda Union Festival and Expo. “My agreement with the boda bodas is that it is criminal for someone to give you…
Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere of Kampala Archdiocese has called on the Ugandan government to introduce tougher legislation to tackle human trafficking. Speaking at the National Day of Prayer and Awareness on Trafficking in Persons on 12 September 2025, at Sharing Youth Centre Nsambya, under the theme: “Human Trafficking is Organised Crime-End the Exploitation,” he stressed the…
Business tycoon, John Ssebalamu, has been awarded Shs 550 million by the High Court after the government unlawfully interfered with 20 parcels of his private land in Rubaga, Kampala, by issuing a “buyer beware” notice and gazetting it for a railway project that was never completed. The ruling was delivered on September 12, 2025, by…
Former Deputy Inspector General of Police, Maj Gen Sabiiti Muzeyi, is fighting for his life following a severe road accident on Saturday evening. He was returning from a traditional giveaway ceremony in Sembabule of President Museveni’s granddaughter, Nsasiirwe Keinembabazi Karugire. The crash took place on the Lwengo–Kampala highway. According to initial reports, Gen Sabiiti’s convoy…
The Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) has issued a stern warning to the government and parents not to intimidate teachers as they strike for better pay and improved welfare. The planned strike will kick off on Monday September 15, 2025 when schools are scheduled to reopen for third term. Filbert Baguma, UNATU’s general secretary, made…
The 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation (4040), a Ugandan youth-led charity is throwing a unique prom-themed fundraiser to bring books and computers to children in underserved schools. The foundation will host a “A Second Chance at Prom” on September 27, 2025, at its Angaza Resource Centre in Kibuli to fund a mobile library project….
President Museveni already has 2.2 million ‘votes’ in the bag even before the first ballot is cast in the 2026 elections, according to the National Resistance Movement (NRM) officials. The number is based on the signatures (2.2 million) that the party submitted in support of its chairman to the Electoral Commission (EC) on September 12….
Juma Kigongo, the newly appointed Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Kasangati, has issued a stern warning to landgrabbers, urging them to immediately stop their illegal activities or face legal consequences. A staunch supporter of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Kigongo expressed gratitude for his reappointment. He noted that during his first 30 days in Kasangati,…
Former Kawempe North MP Latif Sebaggala has opened up on why he insisted to run as an independent for the Kawempe mayoral elections in 2026. Sebaggala was denied a ticket by the National Unity Platform (NUP) which settled for the incumbent, Emmanuel Sserunjogi. Speaking to Bbeg Media, Sebaggala claimed he took the decision after consulting…
Western Uganda has emerged as a standout region in the recent shortlisting for the Legal Officer position at the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development in Uganda. The shortlist has been posted on the website of the Public Service Commission (PSC). Out of 70 applicants shortlisted, nearly half (30) hail from western Uganda sub-regions…
In a stark illustration of Uganda’s struggling job market, the Public Service Commission (PSC) has revealed that a whopping 81,873 applicants recently applied for just 277 entry-level positions in government institutions. This revelation came from Agnes Kabogoza, the PSC chairperson, during a recent press breifing where she expounded on the 2025 Graduate Recruitment Exercise (GRE)….
Julius Mutebi Nsubuga, the incumbent mayor of Kira Municipality, has pledged to improve healthcare services for his constituents if elected for another term in 2026. “After being nominated to serve you again, I assure you that under my leadership, we have made significant strides in healthcare,” said Mutebi, who recently joined the People’s Front for…
The High Court has sided with the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) in its bid to recover millions in unpaid property rates from Shumuk Investments Limited. The decision, delivered by Justice Patricia Mutesi, grants KCCA a warrant to collect Shs 123 million from Shumuk plus ongoing penalties and legal costs. The case stems from KCCA’s…
Airtel Uganda posted impressive results for the first half of 2025, showing how the company is riding the wave of digital demand while navigating challenges like falling voice call revenues. From the results, the telecom firm’s financial position as of June 30, 2025, reveals a healthier balance sheet with more cash on hand and less…
The private sector continued its upward trajectory in August, marking seven consecutive months of expansion, according to the latest Stanbic Bank Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). The headline PMI registered at 53.3, slightly down from 53.6 in July, but still signalling robust growth as it remained above the 50.0 threshold that indicates improving business conditions. The…
A seismic shift is underway in Uganda’s telecommunications sector, with data usage surpassing traditional voice calls as the preferred mode of communication, according to Airtel Uganda’s latest financial results. For the half-year period ending June 30, 2025, Airtel reported a 30.4% surge in data revenue, reaching Ushs 525.7 billion and accounting for nearly half of…
Bishop Moses Banja of Namirembe Diocese has endorsed the directive from Electoral Commission (EC) chairperson, Simon Byabakama, urging churches to reject donations from politicians during this election period. During a press conference at Namirembe Cathedral, Banja said such contributions are often intended to influence voters. Bishop Banja’s statement follows Byabakama’s remarks to journalists this week,…
President Museveni, alongside Prince Ali Mohammed (Aga Khan) today officially launched the Aga Khan University Hospital at Nakawa. The event marked the formal commencement of a significant partnership between Uganda and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) to strengthen the country’s health and education sectors. The ceremony was attended by various government heads of departments,…
Mengo Court Magistrate Adams Byarugaba has ordered the six-month imprisonment of Prossy Namugga, the mother of suspect Moses Tumwiine, also known as Semanobe, after she failed to produce her son in court. Namugga, who stood as a surety for Tumwiine, was arrested a few weeks ago when he failed to appear for multiple court sessions,…
Salim Uhuru, the incumbent mayor of Kampala Central division, has been nominated to contest for a second term. Immediately after his nomination at the Electoral Commission (EC) offices in Kyebando along Mawanda Road, Uhuru pledged to consolidate his recent development achievements. These include securing additional funding to support schools and forging partnerships with development organisations…
Political leaders in the local government sphere are set for a pay rise beginning in the 2026/27 financial year following a directive by President Museveni. The Minister of Local Government, Raphael Magyezi, announced the development while presenting a statement before Parliament on Tuesday, 09 September 2025, in response to a petition by the Uganda Local…
Collins Tanga, whose victory as the NRM national youth chairperson was nullified recently has accused the party tribunal of lacking independence in its ruling against him. “I, Collins, believe it is not a crime to be the son of Dr. Tanga Odoi, the chairman of the NRM Electoral Commission. My father neither influenced my victory…
For over three decades, Northern Uganda was a fortress of opposition against the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). The scars of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) conflict ran deep, turning elections into battlegrounds of resentment. Yet over the last three election cycles, the region has shifted, politically. Peace has washed away old grudges, and today,…
The leading voice of Uganda’s private tourism sector has undergone a significant transformation, officially adopting a new name to enhance its identity and outreach. The organisation, previously known as the Confederation of Uganda Tourism Association, is now formally called the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA). This change, announced in a press release, follows a lengthy process…
