Edwin Kanyesigye 
Uganda and China are seeking to deepen their longstanding defence cooperation, with a particular focus on military training, technical cooperation and the development of Uganda’s military-industrial complex. The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Kiryowa Kiwanuka, made the remarks during a meeting with Chinese Ambassador to Uganda Wu Guangrong, who paid a courtesy call … Read more
dfcu Bank and CFAO Mobility Uganda have entered a new vehicle-financing partnership that will allow qualifying customers to finance up to 100% of the value of new Toyota vehicles, as the two companies seek to lower the upfront cost of vehicle ownership in Uganda. The partnership was announced Thursday during the launch of the all-new … Read more
Uganda’s tourism sector is turning to digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen destination marketing, improve visitor experiences and drive sustainable growth. The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities is hosting the 4th Annual Tourism Development Programme Performance Review Conference, bringing together government officials, private-sector players, development partners, cultural institutions, academia, civil society and … Read more
Tooro Kingdom finally has its new King – former TV anchor Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma – following an epic ‘Game of Thrones’ row over the succession. Celebrations were seen in Fort Portal on Monday, with footage showing dancers performing, before locals carried flaming torches through the city after nightfall. The ceremony on Tuesday saw events beginning … Read more
Security authorities have raised concern over escalating communal land disputes in the Karamoja and Teso sub-regions, warning that the conflicts could undermine peace, security and socio-economic development. The Commander of the 3 Infantry Division, Brig Gen Michael Hyeroba Wakala, issued the warning during a joint regional security meeting held at the 403 Brigade Headquarters in … Read more
Israeli forces destroyed several homes in the coastal town of Al Mansouri, in southern Lebanon’s Tyre district, following powerful explosions and artillery fire as troops and military vehicles moved through the area on Tuesday. Video footage from the area showed explosions tearing through a neighbourhood, sending thick clouds of smoke into the sky. Artillery strikes … Read more
The VIGA Music Awards have honoured the late Ssekabaka Muteesa I, the Kabaka of Buganda who reigned from 1856 to 1884, with a Special Gospel Icon Award in recognition of his historic contribution to the introduction and growth of Christianity in Buganda. On 14 April 1875, Ssekabaka Muteesa I made a significant decision to invite … Read more
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Commission has issued a strong warning to aspirants contesting the Adjumani West by-election, urging them to maintain peace and adhere to the party’s electoral guidelines ahead of this week’s primaries. Speaking at a press conference, NRM Electoral Commission Chairperson Dr. Tanga Odoi cautioned aspirants against violence, intimidation, bribery, sectarianism, … Read more
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) hosted the Parliamentary Committee on Tourism, Trade and Industry on a tour of key conservation areas to assess efforts to address human-wildlife conflict. The committee, led by Vice Chairperson Hon. Patrick Aeku, engaged communities in Kiruhura District, where residents raised concerns over crop destruction, livestock losses and other challenges caused … Read more
The Bamutakudde community initiative continues to gain momentum, bringing residents together every Saturday from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for community cleaning, dialogue, and collective action. The weekly programme has attracted growing participation as residents come together to clean their surroundings, share ideas, discuss community challenges, and work toward practical solutions. Beyond keeping the neighbourhood … Read more