Uganda Police Marine Unit has confirmed the drowning of five people after a boat they were travelling in capsized on Lake Victoria in the wee hours of Tuesday. According to the Uganda Police Marine Unit Spokesperson, ASP Antony Amanya, the accident was caused by engine failure and bad weather but
Sooner or later this year, a new Ntare School is set to be opened in Bugesera district in the Eastern province of Rwanda. The construction of this historic academic replica of the historical prestigious Ntare School in Mbarara, western Uganda was inspired by the school having produced two presidents. Located
Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said “not a dime” will be paid to kidnappers to release over 280 schoolchildren abducted last week. The kidnappers, who contacted the families, are demanding a ransom of 1bn naira ($600,000; £470,000). They have threatened to kill the captives if the demand is not
The Minister for ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi has said the high cost of purchasing smart devices like phones is still frustrating Uganda’s digital transformation journey. He was speaking during the opening ceremony of the 67th meeting of the governing council of the African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (AFRALTI)
Teaching and learning in several governments aided primary schools in Yumbe district has been paralyzed for weeks over failure by the newly transferred teachers to report to their new duty stations. Early last month, the District Education Department announced the transfer of about 300 primary school classroom teachers in a
Financial illiteracy and poor planning have been seen as the major factors that are negatively affecting women in business in Uganda. These factors have either led to many women dropping out of businesses or incurring heavy debts for failure to follow the financial rules in their businesses. Fatumah Ahmed, the
More than 1,000 Congolese nationals have fled recent attacks by the rebel Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), seeking refuge in Bundibugyo District. The group, predominantly comprised of women and children, entered the district through Butoogho and is currently sheltered at Butoogho Primary School
Lawyers representing Mityana Municipality Legislator Francis Zaake have initiated the cross-examination of witnesses in a case where the MP stands accused of misconduct during a parliamentary sitting on December 7, 2022. The legal proceedings, which commenced on November 8, are shedding light on the allegations that have gripped the attention
In a remarkable turn of events, the National Unity Platform (NUP) and the Katonga Faction of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) have forged a strategic alliance, officially launching their collaboration during the inauguration of NUP’s new headquarters in Makerere-Kavule. Leaders from both political entities took the stage, passionately advocating
Dr Besigye’s support in the Rwenzori sub-region has majorly been the Bakonzo, who accuse President Museveni of failing to address their problems. They, therefore, argue that it’s this imbalance of services that they base on to “punish” Museveni. Kasese was the only district in western Uganda to return FDC MPs
The war between Israel and Hamas has exposed deep divisions in South Africa, with the government’s staunch support for the Palestinians coming in for criticism from leaders of the country’s Jewish community, among others. The government has announced the withdrawal of its diplomats from Israel, and suggested that the position
President Yoweri K Museveni has expressed sadness and outrage over the tragic killing of two recently married foreign tourists and a Ugandan guide at the Queen Elizabeth National Park on October 17, 2023. In a statement released via his official twitter account, the president condemned the ADF rebel attack as
High Court Judge in Fort Portal has expressed deep concern over a growing trend where advocates are allegedly soliciting money from individuals in exchange for favorable judgments. Vincent Emmy Mugabo who described the actions by the advocates as unfortunate said it undermines the work of the judiciary emphasizing the importance
Tensions are rising in Busoga Kingdom as the anticipated royal wedding of Kyabazinga William Gabula Nadiope IV with Ms Jovia Mutesi approaches, amidst claims of fake court documents circulating on social media. The kingdom has formally called on the police to arrest individuals believed to be behind these alleged falsifications,
Police have been strategically deployed along the banks of the Kafu River, serving as a pivotal border point between Hoima and Kyankwanzi Districts, with the primary objective of averting potential crises arising from the river bursting its banks. Consequently, the overflow has led to the temporary closure of a crucial
There is a notable imbalance in the gender representation of candidates sitting for the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) in Uganda this year, with a greater number of girls participating. According to the Uganda National Examinations Board (Uneb), out of the total 749,371 candidates registered for this two-day national examination exercise,
The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has warned the public against getting involved in acts of malpractice by sharing examination material. The UNEB spokesperson Jennifer Kalule said on Monday morning that several arrests have been made in connection to malpractice since the Uganda Certificate Examinations commenced on October 16. Kalule