Veteran radio presenter, Meddie Nsereko, has told two people that he left CBS because he did not see eye to eye with Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga. We reported last year that Nsereko will not be returning to CBS FM after he applied for sick leave because his eyes had a defect that he wanted to treat…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged wealthy Ugandans to invest in public health, saying greater private sector participation would help close gaps in access to specialised medical services. Mayiga made the call while officiating at the grand opening of Peoples Medical Centre in Gayaza, Wakiso. “I have liked this hospital because it is highly specialised,…
Airtel Uganda has announced plans to equip 30 Muslim schools in Buganda with internet and information communication technology facilities to strengthen digital learning and bridge gaps in internet and social media use among students. The announcement was made during a breaking of the fast event organised by the Buganda Kingdom at Bulange in Mengo. Ali…
Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, has urged his subjects to remain united and confident despite the social, economic and political challenges facing the kingdom as Uganda enters 2026. The monarch made the call during the Enkuuka Bwaguuga 2025 celebrations, an annual cultural event organised by Central Broadcasting Service at the Lubiri Palace in Mengo. Kabaka…
The president of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine to today met Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga to tap into his wisdom and seek his blessings ahead of his campaign in Lubaga. Kyagulanyi arrived at about 10.00 am and was received by the Buganda Minister for Information, Israel Kazibwe Kitooke, alongside Noah…
St Mary’s College Kisubi (SMACK), one of Uganda’s most prestigious boys’ schools, has honoured several of its former students during an annual awards dinner organised by the St Mary’s College Kisubi Old Boys Association (SMACKOBA). The event, held on Friday evening at Hotel Africana, brought together hundreds of alumni from different generations, many of whom…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has urged politicians from the ruling National Resistance Movement in Buganda to prioritise policy proposals instead of making “empty promises” as the country heads toward the 2026 election. Addressing an NRM delegation from Buganda led by the party’s vice chairperson, Haruna Kasolo, at Bulange Gardens, Mayiga said Ugandans are tired of…
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…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged those aspiring for leadership positions to first understand the critical issues affecting the communities they wish to represent before rushing to campaign. Mayiga made these remarks at Bulange, Mengo, while meeting NRM’s Haruna Kasolo who wants to be the party’s vice chairman in Buganda. Mayiga said one of the…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged the youth from Justice Forum (JEEMA) to strive for a better Uganda in all circumstances. He made these remarks while meeting the youth at Bulange, Mengo, who had paid him a courtsey visit. Mayiga said some politicians are involved in mere games and are not concerned about the delivery…
The minister of Information at Mengo, Israel Kitooke has disputed government’s account that in meetings with Buganda, they had agreed to take money instead of the government cars. Betty Amongi, the minister for Gender yesterday told journalists that Buganda had been given a cheque for the cars because its officials had said the Kabaka cannot…
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…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has said the country needs to slow down on value addition in the coffee sector because that is not where our competitive advantage is. Mayiga, while addressing the Lukiiko, said Uganda’s raw coffee is loved globally because of its unique aroma; therefore, processing it into powder form may not be the…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has castigated the youth for adopting hairstyles and dress codes that contradict Buganda culture and customs. Mayiga, who was addressing clan leaders and their subjects at Bulange, Mengo, in preparation for a dialogue on culture and traditional norms in October. “We are very disappointed with the way of life our youths…
