Uganda’s Oil Landscape Transformed: Unoc’s Market Expansion
The Uganda National Oil Company (Unoc) has initiated the sale of petroleum products to oil marketing companies in Tanzania and Uganda, marking a strategic move as it prepares for a direct import agreement with Vitol Bahrain. This development signifies a…
Elderly Voter Mzee Atanga Makes His Mark in Dokolo Election
Amidst the scorching climate of Dokolo, Mzee Aloysius Atanga, a nonagenarian, exemplified the spirit of active citizenship by participating in the district’s Woman parliamentary by-election. Atanga, who is 92, relied on his wooden crutches to navigate to the Angwecibange Primary…
Ssenyonyi’s Stand: A Fight for Justice or a Fall from Grace
Joel Ssenyonyi, the Leader of Opposition in Uganda’s Parliament, has officially petitioned the country’s primary oversight and anti-corruption agencies to launch an inquiry into the serious accusations of rampant corruption and office misconduct within the legislative assembly. Ssenyonyi’s initiative for…
Wife Detained as Suspect in Nakaseke Murder Case After Husband’s Brutal Killing
A 47-year-old woman in Nakaseke District is currently under police custody over suspicions of fatally hacking her husband to death in Kassaga Village, Nakaseke Sub County. The victim, identified as John Bosco Kalemera, aged 60 and a native doctor, was…
Exploring Grief Through Art: Highlights from the Annual Njabala Exhibition
The third installment of the Annual Njabala Exhibition (ANE), titled “Njabala: An Elegy,” is set to conclude next Saturday after commencing at the Makerere Art Gallery in Kampala on March 5. This year’s ANE, held in 2024, delves into the…
County Governments Receive Ksh.46.3 Billion Boost: President Ruto Signs Bill
President William Ruto made a significant move on Monday by endorsing the County Governments Additional Allocations Bill, 2023, paving the way for counties to receive an extra Ksh.46.3 billion for the Financial Year 2023/2024. The signing ceremony, held at State…
Celebrating the Life and Laughter of Nollywood’s Iconic Comedian, Mr. Ibu
The Nigerian entertainment industry mourns the loss of one of its brightest stars, the legendary comedy actor, John Okafor, fondly remembered as Mr. Ibu. His departure on a poignant Saturday, while undergoing medical treatment in Lagos, has left an irreplaceable…
Government Crackdown on School Fee Hikes: Key Updates and Implications
Amidst mounting public discontent over the escalating costs of education, the government has unveiled stringent measures to tackle exorbitant school fee increases, effective from the upcoming second term of the 2024 academic year. Here’s what you need to know about…
Grassroots Activism in Response to Infrastructure Failures
In the aftermath of the accident, there was a palpable sense of shock and grief within the community, as residents grappled with the sudden loss of a young life and the underlying issues that led to the tragic event. Many…
Law Enforcement Turned Violent: Butcher Injures Policeman in Ibanda
Police in Ibanda are currently investigating a disturbing altercation involving a 50-year-old butcher, Kelesensio Mwesigye, and a 34-year-old policeman, Justus Najuna. The incident unfolded during a law enforcement operation aimed at controlling the spread of animal diseases in the district….