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

President Paul Kagame has directed Rwanda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to work with relevant institutions in other countries to provide assistance to Rwandan nationals reportedly detained in Madagascar over alleged human-trafficking offences. Speaking during a press conference on Monday, Kagame said Rwanda should continue engaging other countries while maintaining an independent approach … Read more

American R&B singer and Hollywood actor Tyrese Gibson has arrived in Uganda, where his visit is expected to spotlight the country’s coffee industry, tourism and cultural heritage. Gibson, best known for playing Roman Pearce in the Fast & Furious franchise and for roles in Transformers and Baby Boy, touched down in Uganda this morning ahead … Read more

An ambitious international cycling adventure designed to showcase the beauty, culture, heritage and tourism potential of Uganda’s West Nile region has officially been launched. The Race the Nile Uganda Ultra 2026 was unveiled yesterday evening at the Kampala Sheraton Hotel by a team led by Dr. Lilly Ajarova, marking the beginning of preparations for the … Read more

The Uganda Police Force has reminded members of the public that Saturday, 29 August 2026, will be observed as National Cleaning Day, calling on Ugandans across the country to actively participate in cleaning their homes, neighbourhoods, workplaces and public spaces. The exercise is intended to promote cleaner, healthier and safer communities, with the Police urging … Read more

Hundreds of qualified applicants have turned up at Kololo Independence Grounds as the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) nationwide recruitment exercise enters its final day. The recruitment drive is aimed at addressing personnel gaps arising from retirements and the completion of service by members of the force. In Kampala, the final verification exercise was conducted … Read more

Ugandan diplomat Olara Otunnu warned that the United Nations is ‘at grave risk’ unless it undergoes fundamental reform on Wednesday, as he battles to become the organisation’s next Secretary-General. “Where the UN finds itself today, this is an imperative. We cannot continue with business as usual. The UN is at risk. We’ll make a grave … Read more

Severe flooding has hit parts of southern China’s Guangxi region after torrential rain linked to Typhoon Narra forced tens of thousands of residents from their homes. Drone footage from Chongzuo on Monday showed roads, buildings, trees and vehicles partially submerged, while rescue teams used rubber boats to navigate flooded streets and assist affected residents. Authorities … Read more

CONAKRY, Guinea — At least 30 people have been killed after a landslide at a condemned landfill in Guinea’s capital, Conakry, sent huge amounts of waste crashing onto nearby homes. The Dar Es Salam Dumpsite, located in the Gbessia district, collapsed at around 2:00 a.m. on Sunday following heavy overnight rainfall. Residents were reportedly asleep … Read more