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Top Rwanda Govt Political Critic Anne Rwigara Dies Mysteriously

Anne Rwigara,the sister of Diane Rwigara who tried to contest the Rwandan presidency seat with Paul Kagame has passed away. Some have described her death as mysterious. She was 41. Living in the United States, Anne Rwigara was the daughter of the

December 29, 2023

Health

First Lady Janet Museveni Tests Positive For Covid-19, Goes Into Self Isolation At Rwakitura

Uganda’s first Lady Janet Museveni Kataha who doubles as the minister for education and sports has tested positive for COVID-19, is in good health in isolation while getting treatment.The statement was released by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni through his X account. “On

December 28, 2023

Op-ed

Richard Byamukama: Spire Join The Corruption Wagon,Claim Your Happiness

By Richard Byamukama Hello, Dr. Spire! Greetings from a fellow Ugandan scholar! I have been reading and analyzing your article about ‘corruption’ published by the Observer on December 13, 2023, but many questions are still lingering in my head. I totally agree

December 28, 2023

Politics

Why Is Kyokwijuka Sweating Plasma In Ndorwa East Constituency Ahead Of 2026 Elections

As we talk, the head of communications at MTAC-Uganda, Mr. Alexander Kyokwijuka and self proclaimed humble citizen from Kigalama, who is plotting to unseat Hon. Wilfred Niwagaba from Ndorwa East Mp seat could be facing a tough political strategy. According to our

December 4, 2023

Hot Take·Lifestyle

Set Yourself Ready Coz Marriage is Like a Proper Death Sentence’ – Ragga Dee

If you have marriage fever, Ragga Dee has a message for you. Ragga Dee titled the knot with Mariam Kazibwe on January 19, 2008, at Namirembe Cathedral in Kampala. He splurged on the wedding party which was held at the Kampala Serena Hotel

November 21, 2023

Crime

How Kampala City Land Boss Balondemu Landed In Crocodile Waters Of Land Dealers,Mafia

In a letter dated September 16th , 2020 letter, Kampala Lord Mayor Elias Lukwago, appointed renowned city lawyer Mr. David Balondemu as the chairperson of Kampala District Land board. Balondemu was selected from five board members representing the five divisions of Kampala.

November 20, 2023

Health

How UGX100 Million Surgeries are Free at Gulu Cancer Centre

Cincinnati University Surgeons have helped officially launch the state-of-the-art theaters at the Northern Regional Cancer Center in Gulu City. The centre has started conducting delicate surgeries on cancer patients in the region. Two of the three theaters, fully equipped by the government,

November 9, 2023

News

Wanted: Security Hunts Down Political Activist Ramadhan Kabera Over People Power Mobilization

The information reaching our desk reveals that Ugandan security operatives are hunting for one of the top opposition activists who were vocal in defending human rights, especially of the traders in Kampala against injustices and harassment of Ugandans which has given the

October 29, 2023

Op-ed

Uganda At 61: The Fundamental Change That Defines Uganda’s Independence

The NRM government captured Power in 1986 after a protracted Liberation Struggle inheriting the post-independence Uganda characterized by turbulence and uncertainty. This was manifested through coups, short-lived regimes, and utter disregard for the rule of Law with state-inspired violence minted upon Civilians.

October 13, 2023

Politics·Security

Unmasked: How LoP Mpuuga Strategically Planned Kyagulanyi’s Whisking From Entebbe To Magere

Hon.Mathias Mpuuga, Leader of Opposition in Parliament, representing Nyendo-Mukungwe Division on a National Unity Platform (NUP) card, worked behind the scenes with security officials along with Barbra Itungo Kyagulanyi and planned for the whisking of Bobi Wine from the airside to his

October 11, 2023