Author: Lukwago Hanan
Obed, the boda boda rider captured in a widely circulated viral video allegedly assaulting Rugby Cranes and Black Pirates forward Sydney Gongodyo, has been apprehended by police as investigations into the player’s death gather momentum. His arrest marks a significant breakthrough in a case that has gripped the nation and sparked outrage across Uganda’s sporting fraternity. Authorities say Obed is among eight suspects currently in custody as detectives intensify efforts to establish the full circumstances surrounding the fatal attack. According to information from Uganda Police, the total number of suspects arrested in connection with Gongodyo’s murder has risen to eight.…
The Office of the National Chairman (ONC) continues to monitor and evaluate the impact of the Parish Development Model (PDM) across various communities in Uganda. As part of this ongoing initiative, the Mukono ONC Coordinator, John Baptist Wamala, visited Natabuliliwa in Mukono District, where he interacted with Mr. Muganja Elmand Mubiru, a resident of Buwanyi Village and one of the beneficiaries of the government’s transformative poverty alleviation program. Before benefiting from the Parish Development Model, Mr. Muganja faced significant economic challenges despite his determination to improve his household income through goat rearing. His livestock enterprise had dwindled to a single…
Ugandan rugby has been plunged into mourning following the death of Rugby Cranes and Black Pirates forward Sydney Gongodyo, whose passing has shocked the sporting fraternity and prompted a police murder investigation. Reports indicate that Gongodyo was attacked by unknown assailants in Kampala before succumbing to his injuries, with authorities now working to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.  The tragedy sparked an outpouring of grief across social media platform X, where teammates, supporters and rugby stakeholders paid tribute to the experienced forward. Many described Gongodyo as a committed player whose contribution to both club and country left a…
State Minister for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Hon. Susan Nakawuki Nsambu, has revealed that Uganda is exploring strategic partnerships with leading English Premier League clubs to promote the #VisitUganda brand on their jerseys. Speaking in an interview this morning, the Minister noted that globally recognized football clubs such as Arsenal FC could serve as powerful ambassadors for Uganda’s tourism industry, significantly enhancing the country’s international visibility and attracting new visitors from key tourism markets. According to the Minister, the idea is inspired by the success of Rwanda’s “Visit Rwanda” campaign, which gained worldwide exposure through sponsorship agreements with major European…
The Executive Director of the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB), Dan N. Odongo, has announced that the registration of candidates for the 2026 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) is currently underway. In a move aimed at accommodating newly accredited examination centres, UNEB has extended the normal registration period to 30 June 2026. Mr. Odongo revealed that late registration will commence on 1 July 2026 and close on 31 July 2026, attracting a surcharge of 100 percent for PLE candidates and 50 percent for UCE and UACE candidates. He emphasized…
Embodying the virtues of benevolence, selflessness, and communal fellowship that define Eid, ONC Manager, Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, commemorated the occasion by distributing meat to families at the ONC offices in Kyambogo. The initiative reflected the core values of generosity and shared responsibility that are central to the Eid celebrations, ensuring that many households could partake in the festivities with dignity and gratitude. The charitable gesture attracted hundreds of Bazzukulu alongside ONC staff members, who gathered at the Kyambogo premises to mark the occasion in an atmosphere of unity and goodwill. The event served as a powerful reminder of the importance…
Hadijah Namyalo, Manager of the Office of the National Chairman (ONC), has called for a more robust and uncompromising fight against corruption, describing it as one of the greatest impediments to Uganda’s social and economic transformation. She argued that corruption continues to undermine service delivery and frustrate poverty eradication efforts by diverting resources and weakening institutions intended to improve citizens’ livelihoods. According to Namyalo, meaningful national development cannot be achieved unless the country decisively addresses the vice at all levels. Namyalo further emphasized that combating poverty must be accompanied by deliberate investments in youth empowerment, skills development, and sustainable employment…
Ahead of the forthcoming Eid Al Adha celebrations, the Office of the National Chairman (ONC) Manager and Senior Presidential Advisor on Political Affairs, Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye, extended support to the Muslim community at Al Albaan Islamic Primary School, Masjid Noor in Kawaala through the donation of food items and a bull. The gesture was warmly received by Muslim women and local residents, who expressed gratitude for the continued support towards vulnerable families during important religious occasions. While handing over the donation, Hajjat Namyalo clarified that the support had been provided by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni through the Office of…
Breaking News! All aspiring candidates from the National Resistance Movement (NRM) for the positions of Speaker and Deputy Speaker have officially stepped down in favour of Jacob Oboth Oboth, the Member of Parliament for West Budama Central, and Thomas Tayebwa, the MP for Ruhinda North in Mitooma District. The decision marks a major moment of unity within the ruling party ahead of the highly anticipated parliamentary leadership race. Jacob Oboth Oboth now stands as the preferred candidate for the position of Speaker, following the withdrawal of all other contenders. Known for his legal background and parliamentary experience, Oboth Oboth has…
Former Aruu County MP Odonga Otto has stirred political debate after mocking the chances of Justice Minister Norbert Mao winning the Speakership race, comparing it to “Full Figure becoming Miss Uganda.” Otto made the remarks during a political talk show on Next Radio 106.1FM following comments by NRM Electoral Commission chairperson Tanga Odoi that the race for Speaker and Deputy Speaker remains open to all interested MPs. Otto’s statement has since sparked mixed reactions across Uganda’s political scene as the battle for the 12th Parliament leadership intensifies. The Speakership race has attracted several influential political figures, with Norbert Mao insisting…