Employees were urged to remain calm and patient as the company’s leadership continues negotiations with the authorities. Management also reaffirmed its commitment to independent journalism once operations are restored. Nation Media Group (NMG) has suspended all its online publications after the company temporarily shifted to digital platforms following the closure of its Ugandan media outlets […]
He identified unhealthy diets, excessive alcohol consumption, cigarette smoking and delayed medical attention as some of the leading drivers of cardiovascular disease in the region. Uganda’s cardiovascular disease burden is steadily worsening, with health experts warning that the growing crisis is affecting both adults and children. An estimated one in four Ugandan adults is living […]
The petition also accuses the Commission’s leadership of diverting approximately sh2 billion from the institution’s sh10.4bn budget to increase salaries for commissioners, including Wangadya, as well as members of staff. The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) is facing renewed scrutiny after a petition accused its chairperson, Mariam Wangadya, alongside other senior officials, of financial mismanagement […]
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, on Wednesday held a high-level meeting with the leadership of Nation Media Group (NMG) at the Special Forces Command (SFC) headquarters in Entebbe to discuss the ongoing closure of the company’s Ugandan media outlets. The meeting comes days […]
Mukasa is remembered for his unwavering commitment, professionalism, and decades of dedicated service that contributed immensely to the growth and stability of Namagabi Secondary School. Namagabi Secondary School has announced with profound sorrow the passing of its long-serving bursar, Paul Mukasa Mayanja, who died on Tuesday morning at Mulago National Referral Hospital. In a statement […]
The petitioner further alleges that at St. Raphael Primary School Bulinda “B” (N–Z), Kibirige’s votes were increased from 71 to 271, which he also claims exceeded the total votes cast. A former candidate for the Kalisizo Town Council LC5 councillor seat in Kyotera District has petitioned the Chief Magistrate’s Court in Kyotera, seeking to overturn […]
Former Deputy RPC for Katipola Metropolitan East, SSP Godfrey Ninsiima, has been promoted to serve as RPC Kigezi Region, while SSP Hilary Muzika leaves his position as Deputy RPC Sipi Region to become RPC North Kyoga Region while SSP Bernard Mugerwa moves from Mukono Division Police as commander to become RPC Savannah Region. The Inspector General of […]
Matembe has been today arraigned before the Luzira Grade One Magistrate’s Court, where she was formally charged and remanded to Luzira Prison until July 1, 2026. A 73-year-old former Uganda Ethics and Integrity Minister, Miria Matembe, has been formally charged with promoting sectarianism over remarks she allegedly made on an online media platform. According to […]
This year’s competition is centred on the theme “Common Ground: Better Together,” encouraging participants to reflect on the values, experiences and aspirations that unite people despite their differences. Young writers from across the Commonwealth have demonstrated remarkable creativity and enthusiasm, with a record 53,840 entries submitted for The Queen’s Commonwealth Writing Competition 2026, organisers have […]
Removing donation functions from the Speaker’s office would not diminish service delivery. Rather, it would strengthen Parliament as an institution while ensuring that public resources are distributed through transparent, accountable and legally established government systems. By Lawrence Mayanja In recent days, Uganda’s 12th Parliament has attracted public attention after the Rt. Hon. Speaker appealed to […]