Isaac Nabimanya, Author at The Capital Times

Has Billionaire Sudhir Replaced Son Rajiv with Sheena in Managing the Ruparelia Empire?

Recently, Buganda Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga posted on X about why it matters managing succession in the family business. Asians, somehow, have been good at growing their family legacies; see the Madhvani’s, Mehta’s, Mukwanos etc. Mr Mayiga posted: A thought to running a

April 13, 2025

Big Story·Business

TOP STORY! East African Neighbours Chart New Trade Frontier in Kampala Summit

The Uganda–Tanzania Trade Mission 2025 officially commenced, bringing together senior government officials, private sector leaders, and development partners for a week-long engagement focused on enhancing bilateral trade, eliminating barriers, and unlocking regional economic opportunities. The high-level trade mission was launched under the

April 12, 2025

Big Story

Diplomat Chris Rugari’s Wife, Joline Mutesi, Charged With Murder Of Three Year Old Son

The Nakawa senior state attorney has formally charged Joline Kanohere Rugari, the wife of prominent Kampala diplomat Chris Rugari, with the murder of Nganwa Rugari, believed to be a close family member. The shocking incident, which unfolded in the affluent neighborhood of

April 12, 2025

Big Story

‘The Law Is on Our Side’- Ruparelia Unshaken by Dfcu Delay Tactics

Prominent businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has vowed to challenge a recent High Court ruling in favor of Dfcu Bank, which temporarily halted enforcement of over UGX 8 billion in rent arrears claimed by his real estate firm, Crane Management Services (CMS). Last

April 12, 2025

Big Story

Panic At Uganda Airlines As Current Board Term Expires

The Ugandan government has initiated the process to establish a new Board of Directors for Uganda Airlines, following the conclusion of the current board’s term. The outgoing board, which was officially constituted on April 1, 2022, completed its three-year mandate on March

April 12, 2025

Big Story

Scandal: Elderly USA Investor Nakawooya Cries Out To Museveni For Intervention As Lawyer Samuel Ocitti Is Cited In Land Grabbing Scam

An elderly Ugandan woman living abroad has made an emotional and urgent appeal to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, pleading for a swift presidential intervention to recover her properties allegedly stolen through a fraudulent land grab scheme. Madam Immaculate Nakawooya-Mutumba, 68, who has

April 12, 2025

Big Story·Travel·Uganda

Top Story! Uganda Launches Open-Source Tourism Curriculum to Boost Youth Employment

Kampala, Uganda— Uganda’s tourism and hospitality sector has received a major boost with the launch of nine open-source training modules aimed at equipping young professionals with practical industry skills. The modules unveiled this week in Kampala under the Ukarimu initiative are part

April 11, 2025

Business

Speke Resort Munyonyo Unveils Easter Holiday Packages to Lure Seasonal Getaway Seekers

Speke Resort Munyonyo, a premier lakeside destination on the shores of Lake Victoria, is rolling out enticing Easter holiday packages as of April 8, 2025, designed to attract families, couples, and travellers seeking a memorable seasonal escape. With rates starting at an

April 11, 2025

Big Story·Op-ed·Opinion

MPs Milking Uganda’s Economy: Pulling a Struggling Nation off Life Support for Personal Gain

Uganda’s MPs are bleeding the nation dry, pulling the life support from a country already gasping for air. Pocketing exorbitant payouts some as high as UGX 100 million per MP under the pretense of passing laws that prop up a rotten regime

April 11, 2025

National News

MP Shamim Malende Flown To Kenya For Specialized Treatment

Kampala Woman MP Shamim Malende has been transferred to Nairobi, Kenya, for specialized medical care after her health significantly declined in recent days. The 38-year-old legislator had been receiving treatment at Nsambya Hospital in Kampala following injuries she sustained during a chaotic

April 11, 2025