In a significant ruling on January 3, 2025, the High Court in Kampala directed the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) factions to resolve their disputes through arbitration, as provided for under Article 28 of the council’s constitution. Justice Douglas Singiza’s decision underscores the importance of adhering to established internal mechanisms to address conflicts. The court…
Sudhir Ruparelia, Uganda’s billionaire and real estate mogul, has become an unexpected fashion icon, earning admiration for his signature white ensembles. Traditionally known for his relentless focus on business, Sudhir’s shift towards a polished, monochromatic style highlights an intriguing evolution in his branding. Over the last few years, he has consistently embraced white as his…
Renowned Ugandan lawyer Elison Karuhanga has embarked on a groundbreaking national campaign titled “Nobody Can Stop Reggae.” This bold initiative seeks to engage legal professionals, institutions, and communities across Uganda in an unprecedented effort to discuss legal advocacy, reform, and justice. Karuhanga, one of the Uganda Law Society (ULS) nominees for the Judicial Service Commission…
Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Muwada Nkunyingi, has urged the Ugandan government to expedite assistance for nationals stranded in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia as the extended amnesty period nears its conclusion. Speaking during a recent interview, the Kyadondo East MP highlighted the plight of many Ugandans unable to meet the…
The never before seen dilemma of how, when or even whether to sentence a former and future U.S. president, the judge in President-elect Donald Trump ‘s hush money case made a dramatic decision that could nevertheless bring the case to a muted end. In a ruling Friday, Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan scheduled the sentencing…
Brigadier General Wilberforce Sserunkuma has officially assumed command of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3rd Infantry Division, taking over from Major General Don Nabasa in a formal ceremony held in the Karamoja region. The event, presided over by Lieutenant General Muhanga Kayanja, Commander of the Land Forces, highlighted the division’s role in promoting peace…
A 37-year-old housemaid, Precious Tumuhirwe, has been sentenced to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges of aggravated torture of a four-year-old child under her care. The sentencing was delivered by Kira Chief Magistrate Shallon Niwaha during court proceedings on January 3, 2025. The assault, which occurred on December 26, 2024, in Kikoko…
After two years in development, Pearl Business Park, a multi-million-dollar project by Sudhir Ruparelia, is ready for occupancy. The landmark property has already generated immense demand and is being hailed as a game-changer on Kampala’s real estate skyline. Located along Yusuf Lule Road, Pearl Business Park combines cutting-edge facilities, sustainable design, and a prime location,…
The Ugandan media fraternity is mourning the sudden loss of Risdel Kasasira, a celebrated journalist whose dedication to truthful reporting earned him widespread respect. Kasasira tragically lost his life today in a car accident on the Mbarara-Masaka Highway while traveling with his family. Reports indicate that Kasasira, a native of Lyantonde, was en route to…
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) is grappling with shock and grief following the tragic death of Lt. Amon Ariho,an officer in the Engineering Brigade, who reportedly took his own life under troubling circumstances. General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF),expressed his deep sorrow over the loss, describing it as a wake-up call…
