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Africa

Sudan’s Army Boss Al-Burhan Welcomes President Erdogan’s Offer To Resolve Conflict

Sudan’s army chief has welcomed a Turkish offer to resolve the brutal 20-month conflict between his forces and their paramilitary rivals, the Sudanese foreign minister said. In early December, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in a phone call with Sudan’s Abdel

January 6, 2025

News

Renowned Journalist Risdel Kasasira Laid To Rest In Emotional Farewell

Prominent journalist Risdel Kasasira was laid to rest on Sunday in his ancestral village of Itara, Rubaya-Kashari, Mbarara District. The 45-year-old, known for his professionalism and humility, passed away following a tragic road accident on January 3 along the Lyantonde-Masaka Road. Mourners

January 6, 2025

Crime

Two Indian Jwala Fireworks Executives Wanted Over Assaulting Events Promoter

Police in Kampala have launched an investigation into allegations of assault against a well-known events promoter by senior managers of Jwala Fireworks Company. The incident reportedly took place on January 1, shortly after a fireworks display in Kamwokya went disastrously wrong. Jwala

January 6, 2025

Crime

Stormed: 52 Armed Congolese Soldiers Attack Uganda Over Water Project Disputes

A brief border standoff occurred on January 3, 2025, when 52 Congolese soldiers crossed into Ugandan territory at Awasi Center in Afuda Parish, Jangokoro Sub-County, Zombo District. The soldiers claimed ownership of the land where a joint water project between Uganda and

January 5, 2025

ENERGY & MINERAL RESOURCES

Milestones Achieved: Uganda,Tanzania Secure $3.55 Billion As East Africa Oil Pipeline Project Commences

The $3.55 billion East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project, aimed at transporting crude oil from Uganda to Tanzania’s Tanga port, is progressing steadily, according to Uganda’s Energy Minister, Ruth Nankabirwa. Spanning 1,443 kilometers, the pipeline has hit several significant milestones, marking

January 5, 2025

Religion

High Court Orders Warring UMSC Factions To Arbitration

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

January 5, 2025

National News

Nobody Can Stop Reggae: Lawyer Elison Karuhanga Launches Nationwide Legal Advocacy Tour

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,

January 4, 2025

News

Prominent Ugandan Journalist Risdel Kasasira Dies In Tragic Accident

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

January 3, 2025

Big Story

CDF Kainerugaba Pledges Justice For Lt. Ariho’s Tragic Death

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

January 3, 2025

East Africa

Uganda Law Council To Reconsider Martha Karua’s Application For Temporary Practicing Certificate

The Law Council is set to hold a special meeting on Monday, January 6, 2025, at 10:00 am to review a resubmitted application for a temporary practicing certificate by Kenyan legal luminary, Martha Karua, Senior Counsel. Ms. Karua, a prominent advocate known

January 3, 2025