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The Rise of Africa’s Gen Zs: From TikTok, X to the Streets
SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | On June 18, 2024, thousands of young Kenyans took to the streets to oppose proposed tax reforms, marking a significant shift in the landscape of youth activism and advocacy in Africa. Within hours, a colourful image that captures the essence of a youthful crowd in trendy attire protesting on the…
Authorities Detain Bodaboda Rider in Connection to Cattle Theft
Moses Bwambale, a 23-year-old bodaboda rider from Kiryatete in Hoima City, has been apprehended by police for his alleged involvement in a cattle theft syndicate operating in the region. According to Uganda Police Force deputy spokesperson Claire Nabakka, Bwambale was intercepted last week while transporting three Friesian cows worth a total of shillings 6 million…
Bugiri Sugar Factory Accused of Monopolizing Market as Namayingo District Erupts in Conflict Over CN Sugar Suspension
Namayingo, Uganda – Namayingo District has been plunged into a state of turmoil following the controversial suspension of CN Sugar Factory by the Minister of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives. The decision has not only left over 800 workers jobless but has also financially impacted residents supplying construction materials for the new multi-billion CN Sugar project.…
Full List: IGP Byakagaba Drops SCP Enanga In Top Police Officers Reshuffle
The newly appointed inspector General of police (IGP )Abbas Byakagaba has reshuffled Police Spokesperson Fred Enanga replacing him with ACP Rusoke Kituuma. Enanga has been assigned to be Deputy Director of interpol. Below is the full list of reshuffled senior police officers Richard Echega has been appointed Kampala metropolitan police commander. Acp Twishime Gerard Deputy…
PICTORIAL: Tycoon Hamis Kiggundu graduates with Doctorate Degree from Paris University
In a momentous achievement that underscores his unwavering dedication to leadership and excellence, Hamis Kiggundu, a prominent Ugandan entrepreneur and philanthropist, has been officially conferred the title of Doctor of Global Leadership and Management by the European International University (EIU) in Paris. This prestigious honour was awarded during a grand convocation held on June 29,…
Massive: Thousands Flock To Hoima City To Celebrate Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s Appointment
Tens of thousands of supporters of General Muhoozi Kainerugaba have already arrived at Booma grounds in Hoima city to celebrate his appointment as the Chief of Defense Forces (CDF). The event is expected to draw a massive crowd, with Chairman Toyota Michael Kaguta, the National Vice Chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), scheduled…
Over 700 Jobs in Jeopardy As Namayingo’s Billion-Dollar Sugar Factory Stalls
Namayingo, Uganda – The recent suspension of the CN Sugar Factory, a multi-billion shilling investment, has thrown its future into uncertainty and left over 700 workers jobless. This decision, issued by the Minister of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives, Francis Mwebesa, has stirred significant unrest in the district. In November 2022, CN Sugar Limited received a…
PLU’s Tugume urges interfaith unity for inclusive Development In Igara West
Igara West-born youthful politician, Hon Tugume Boniface Kagambirwe has urged the different religious sects in the constituency to embrace unity and togetherness as he continues to advocate effective development amongst themselves regardless of their faith subscriptions. Hon Tugume, who is a potential incoming area member of parliament says religion plays a vital role in achieving…
UPC Mourns Kaberamaido District Party Chairman
The Uganda Peoples Congress (UPC) Party President Hon. Jimmy Akena has eulogized the Kaberamaido District Party chairman comrade Thomas Elemu Koptek. The great man suffered a short illness on Sunday 23 June 2024 and died the a few hours that followed on. In the press statement released by the head of communication Faizo Muzeyi on…
Violent Clash in Namayingo as Police Disperse Protesters Over Suspended Sugar Factory
Namayingo, Uganda – A volatile situation unfolded in Namayingo district as police fired live ammunition and teargas to disperse angry workers and Indian investors protesting the suspension of the CN Sugar factory. The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives suspended the factory’s operations due to the investors’ failure to establish a nucleus estate, leading to…