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The Woman Behind the Presidency: Milly Babalanda’s Story of Grit and Grace
Milly Babirye Babalanda’s story is one of grit, resilience, and an unyielding determination to rise from humble beginnings to the commanding heights of Ugandan politics. Born on December 5,…
From text books to start-ups: Why our students should build businesses before they build CVs
By Michael Jjingo Let’s face it, our education system has taught students how to find x, recite Shakespeare, and cram the digestive system of an insect. But one thing it…
DR. OPUL JOSEPH: Open letter to Hon. Janet Museveni on Competency-Based Curriculum for Secondary Schools – Has the New Wine Found New Bottles? Or Old Wine in New Bottles?
Hon. Janet Kainembabazi Museveni Kataaha, Minister of Education and Sports (MoES) Dear…
MILLY BABIRYE BABALANDA: Time for Busoga Leaders to Embrace Humility and Accountability in Leadership
While addressing NRM leaders from Busoga at Iganga Girls’ Secondary School on…
Sudhir Ruparelia Hosts Game-Changing Launch: Uganda’s Tourism Set for Explosive 2026–2030 Growth
KAMPALA, Uganda – On the picturesque shores of Lake Victoria, where luxury…
Meet the 20 Ugandan Students Selected for the Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship
Following the recent unveiling of the inaugural cohort of the Airtel Africa…
In-app Promotions and Exclusive Bonuses for 1 Win App Users in Ghana
1Win bases its work in Ghana not only on a wide range…
Uganda-Japan Tech Partnership Poised to Transform ICT Sector and Create Thousands of Jobs
A groundbreaking partnership between Uganda’s Maarifasasa Ltd., a pan-African workforce development company,…
Denmark Commits $23.47M to Scale Rural Climate Adaptation in Uganda through UNCD
The Embassy of Denmark in Kampala has committed $23.47 million to UN…
Museveni Hosts MTN Uganda Chairman Mbire, Top Management: Telecom Sector Drives Uganda’s Digital and Socio-Economic Transformation
Entebbe, February 12, 2026 – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Wednesday welcomed…
Sudhir Ruparelia Hosts Game-Changing Launch: Uganda’s Tourism Set for Explosive 2026–2030 Growth
KAMPALA, Uganda – On the picturesque shores of Lake Victoria, where luxury meets natural splendor, Speke Resort Munyonyo once again proved why it remains Uganda's premier venue for high-stakes gatherings.…
Denmark Commits $23.47M to Scale Rural Climate Adaptation in Uganda through UNCD
The Embassy of Denmark in Kampala has committed $23.47 million to UN…
Uganda’s Kyazze to lead a Pan-African Creative Group as Industry Seeks Scale
Nairobi — Julius Kyazze, the Ugandan entertainment entrepreneur behind Swangz Avenue and NRG Radio, has launched a multinational creative group targeting brands and content creators across Africa, as the continent's…
Makerere Vice Chancellor Nawangwe Backs Police Officer’s Marriage Book, Hailing It as Unique and Timely
Makerere VC Nawangwe Endorses Senior Police Officer's Debut Book on Marriage KAMPALA,…
Why Trump’s Visa Bond Targets Uganda — And What It Means for US–Uganda Relations
Diplomatically, the bond policy introduces quiet strain but not rupture. The U.S.…
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Office of The President Summons Busoga NRM Sub-County Chairperson To Okello House
The Minister for Presidency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, invites all Busoga NRM…
Meet the Brains, From Jinja to Istanbul: Kiira College Butiki’s Debating Team to Represent Uganda at ESDC 2026 In Turkey
By Nelly Otto “…Education Is Not the Learning of Facts but the…
NESTOR BASEMERA,PhD: ‘Overly ambitious’ ‘too aggressive’, -or ‘slay queens’: Gendered attacks, threats, and disinformation in Ugandan politics
Disinformation has become a prominent aspect of electoral campaigns worldwide, shaping political…
The Woman Behind the Presidency: Milly Babalanda’s Story of Grit and Grace
Milly Babirye Babalanda’s story is one of grit, resilience, and an unyielding determination to rise from humble beginnings to…
Dr.Ayub Mukisa: Busoga’s Political Crisis: Misunderstandings Have Taken an Ugly Turn — Who Will Resolve Them?
For anyone reflecting on the growing political misunderstandings among NRM politicians in…
Dr. Ayub Mukisa: Busoga Politicians: Why Can’t You Use the NRM to Develop Busoga Instead of Endless Wars?
Busoga Sub-Region has long been recognized as an area of immense potential.…
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From text books to start-ups: Why our students should build businesses before they build CVs
By Michael Jjingo Let’s face it, our education system has…
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The Woman Behind the Presidency: Milly Babalanda’s Story of Grit and Grace
Milly Babirye Babalanda’s story is one of grit, resilience, and an unyielding determination to rise from humble beginnings to…
From text books to start-ups: Why our students should build businesses before they build CVs
By Michael Jjingo Let’s face it, our education system has taught students how to find x, recite Shakespeare, and cram…
DR. OPUL JOSEPH: Open letter to Hon. Janet Museveni on Competency-Based Curriculum for Secondary Schools – Has the New Wine Found New Bottles? Or Old Wine in New Bottles?
Hon. Janet Kainembabazi Museveni Kataaha, Minister of Education and Sports (MoES) Dear Hon. Minister, With heartfelt appreciation, I celebrate the…
MILLY BABIRYE BABALANDA: Time for Busoga Leaders to Embrace Humility and Accountability in Leadership
While addressing NRM leaders from Busoga at Iganga Girls’ Secondary School on January 10, 2026, our visionary Chairman and Father…
Sudhir Ruparelia Hosts Game-Changing Launch: Uganda’s Tourism Set for Explosive 2026–2030 Growth
KAMPALA, Uganda – On the picturesque shores of Lake Victoria, where luxury meets natural splendor, Speke Resort Munyonyo once again…
Meet the 20 Ugandan Students Selected for the Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship
Following the recent unveiling of the inaugural cohort of the Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship, attention is now turning to the…
Uganda, Saudi Arabia Deepen Investment Cooperation with Focus on Value Addition and Coffee Industrialisation
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Tuesday 17th February, 2026 hosted a high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at…
President Museveni, IMF African Department Director discuss economic growth and tax base expansion
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday hosted Mr. Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund…
Museveni Hails Cardinal Wamala at 99: “A Giant of Faith and Nation-Building”
A Historic Encounter: President Museveni Honors Cardinal Emmanuel Wamala on His 99th Milestone In a heartwarming display of respect…
Uganda’s Kyazze to lead a Pan-African Creative Group as Industry Seeks Scale
Nairobi — Julius Kyazze, the Ugandan entertainment entrepreneur behind Swangz Avenue and NRG Radio, has launched a multinational creative group…
UPDF Trains Somali National Army Troops In Specialised Weapons Use
Forty-five soldiers of the Somali National Army (SNA) from the 62 Battalion under the 06 Brigade have completed a one-month…
Parliament tasks Education Ministry to resolve former MTAC staff layoff woes
Parliament's Committee on Education and Sports has directed the Ministry of Education and Sports to address the plight of more…
Police arrest Ugandan Escobar
Security agencies have conducted a joint operation in Abaita Ababiri, Entebbe that led to the arrest of Nabete Grace a.k.a…
NBS TV journalist Julius Kitone Laid to Rest Amid Tributes to a Humble and Dedicated broadcaster
Rakai, Uganda – In a poignant ceremony filled with heartfelt tributes and renewed calls for enhanced road safety, Julius Kitone,…
Sudhir’s Sky-High Vision: Kingdom Kampala’s Helipad Tower – A Novelty Redefining Kampala’s Horizon
In the bustling heart of Kampala's Central Business District, where boda-bodas weave through perpetual gridlock and street vendors hawk their…
Uganda’s Kyazze to lead a Pan-African Creative Group as Industry Seeks Scale
Nairobi — Julius Kyazze, the Ugandan entertainment entrepreneur behind Swangz Avenue and…
Uganda Tourism Association Launches Ambitious Strategic Plan 2026–2030 to Drive Sustainable Growth and Sector Leadership
The Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) the apex body representing the private tourism…
Bruno K Joins Loving Beyond, Bringing Fresh Drama to the Lule Dynasty
Kampala : Pearl Magic Prime viewers are in for an exciting twist…
South Sudanese Man Wins Bride with Record $77,000 Dowry Amid Debates on Tradition and Poverty
Juba, South Sudan – February 7, 2026In a spectacle blending deep-rooted Dinka…