Author: Lukwago Hanan
The clock is steadily ticking towards a moment of significant national importance as preparations intensify for the highly anticipated Swearing-In Ceremony scheduled for 12th May 2026. This historic occasion is set to mark the formal assumption of office by President-elect H.E. Yoweri Museveni, who is expected to take the constitutional oath for another term in leadership. Across the nation, attention is increasingly turning toward this defining political milestone. The grand event is slated to take place at the iconic Kololo Independence Grounds in Kampala, a venue long associated with major state functions and national celebrations. Its selection underscores the ceremonial…
Burnley Football Club have officially confirmed a significant managerial change following their relegation from the Premier League. The club announced that Scott Parker has departed with immediate effect, bringing a swift end to his tenure after failing to secure top-flight survival. The decision reflects the club’s intent to reset and prepare for a more competitive push in the upcoming season. In the interim, Michael Jackson will take charge of the team for the remainder of the campaign. A long-serving member of Burnley’s coaching staff, Jackson is no stranger to stepping into leadership during challenging moments. His immediate task will be…
The High Court has sentenced Christopher Okello Onyum to death after convicting him on four counts of murder at the Ggaba Early Childhood Development Daycare Centre. The ruling follows a full trial in which the prosecution presented evidence linking him to the killing of four children in an incident that shocked the nation. In its judgment, the court found that the prosecution had proved all the essential elements of murder beyond reasonable doubt. These included the fact of death, the unlawful nature of the acts that caused the deaths, and the presence of malice aforethought. The judge noted that the…
Ugandan singer Gravity Omutujju has sparked fresh controversy after going live on TikTok to publicly demand payment for his performances during the ruling party’s campaign period. In the viral livestream, the artist directly called out fellow musician Bebe Cool, accusing him of failing to settle agreed payments linked to campaign shows organized under the National Resistance Movement (NRM). According to emerging reports circulating online, Gravity claims he is owed a substantial sum for the performances he delivered while mobilizing crowds during the NRM campaign activities. The dispute appears to revolve around money that was allegedly coordinated through Bebe Cool, who…
Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, the Head of the Office of the National Chairman (ONC) of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), has emerged as a key grassroots mobilizer whose work has significantly impacted the lives of poor Ugandans. Through her leadership role, she has focused on bridging the gap between government poverty alleviation programs and the ordinary citizens who are meant to benefit from them. Her approach has largely centered on direct engagement with communities, ensuring that government initiatives reach the intended beneficiaries at the lowest level. One of her major contributions has been the promotion and implementation of wealth creation…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has assented to eight pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening Uganda’s regulatory framework across health, energy, labour, and governance sectors. The newly signed laws mark a significant step toward improving public safety, enhancing service delivery, and streamlining institutional operations in line with national development priorities. Among the key laws is the National Drug and Health Products Authority Act, 2026, which expands regulatory oversight to cover medicines, vaccines, medical devices, diagnostics, cosmetics, and other health-related products. The Act is expected to reinforce quality assurance systems, ensuring that products on the Ugandan market meet strict safety and efficacy…
The fatal shooting of Lucky Dube in 2007 sent shockwaves across South Africa and the global music community. Widely regarded as one of Africa’s most influential reggae artists, Dube was gunned down in what authorities later described as a botched carjacking. The incident occurred in Johannesburg, a city long grappling with violent crime, and immediately raised questions about public safety and the targeting of motorists. According to police reports and court testimony, the attackers had been searching for a specific vehicle model to hijack—a Chrysler 300C—when they encountered Dube. Unaware of his identity, they allegedly assumed he was a foreign…
Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, Senior Presidential Advisor and Personal Assistant to H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, as well as Manager of the Office of the National Chairman (ONC), has commended Ugandans for overwhelmingly re-electing President Museveni with over 71% of the vote. In a press release issued at the ONC headquarters in Kyambogo, Hajjat Namyalo urged citizens to turn up in large numbers on 12th May 2026 at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds to witness President Museveni’s swearing-in for his new term in office. She reaffirmed President Museveni’s strong commitment to improving the socio-economic welfare of Ugandans through key government programmes such as…
Authorities in Uganda have intensified operations targeting illegal immigration and unlicensed business activities, resulting in the arrest of over 200 foreign nationals. The crackdown, confirmed by Ministry of Internal Affairs spokesperson Simon Mundeyi, is part of a broader effort to enforce immigration laws and restore order in the business environment. According to officials, many of those arrested were found to be residing in the country without valid visas or work permits. Others are accused of engaging in commercial activities without the necessary licenses, raising concerns about unfair competition and regulatory violations within local markets. Security agencies involved in the operation…
Mali has been shaken by a deadly attack that claimed the life of Defense Minister Sadio Camara in what authorities describe as a coordinated suicide bombing at his private residence. The assault, carried out by heavily armed attackers using an explosives-laden vehicle, marks one of the most significant strikes against the country’s leadership in recent years. According to early reports, Camara resisted the attackers during the assault, engaging them in a firefight as they advanced on his home. Security sources say several of the assailants were killed during the exchange. Despite his efforts to repel the attackers, the minister sustained…