The East African Court of Justice (EACJ) has upheld the Kenyan government’s defence in a case brought by lawyer Male Mabirizi challenging the ban on maize and poultry products from Uganda. Mabirizi filed the case in March 2021, contesting directives issued by the Agriculture and Food Authority of Kenya based …

George William Nyombi Thembo, former ICT minister, has been appointed as the new executive director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), succeeding Eng Irene Kaggwa Sewankambo. Thembo will assume leadership on December 1 for a five-year term. Sewankambo, who served in an acting capacity since February 10, 2020, expressed surprise …

Suzan Ngolobe, the head of the Child and Family Affairs Unit at Ntinda Police Station, recently cautioned the public against hiring young maids, emphasizing the need to end child labor and uphold children’s rights. Addressing the media on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, during the 16 days of activism against gender-based …

A tuneful tussle for vocal supremacy has taken center stage as Victor Ruz, Anknown Prosper, Liam Voice, and Vyroota engage in a musical battle for the title of the country’s biggest vocalist. Recently, Vyroota boldly claimed he could combine the talents of the other three and emerge victorious in a …

Dear Festival Enthusiasts , We are thrilled to share some exhilarating news with you – a grand transformation is in progress! It is with immense joy and enthusiasm that we announce the rebranding of our beloved festival from the African Food and Culture Festival to the World Food and Cultural Festival! …

Renowned singer and preacher, Pastor Wilson Bugembe, has made a significant announcement, revealing that he is set to tie the knot, and the eagerly anticipated big day is just around the corner. Despite facing public scrutiny for not marrying despite his teachings on the sanctity of marriage, Pastor Bugembe has …

Jamaican sensation Konshens has set Ugandan social media abuzz with anticipation as he dropped subtle hints about his imminent return to the vibrant Pearl Of Africa. On Wednesday, the Grammy-nominated artist took to Twitter, sharing the cryptic message “Tujja Tujja” (translated as “We Are Coming”), accompanied by two Ugandan flags. …

In a historic move, Somalia has become the eighth member of the East African Community (EAC) after the endorsement of its decade-long application during the 23rd Ordinary Summit of the EAC Heads of State in Arusha, Tanzania. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud expressed his joy, stating, “Today, we have opened a …

Jane Frances Abodo, the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), has officially charged Molly Katanga with murder, accusing her of fatally shooting her husband, Henry Katanga, inside their Mbuya Hill home on November 1. Initial reports suggested the possibility of suicide, but investigations revealed a deliberate effort to tamper with evidence. …

In a chilling revelation, the Museveni regime’s strategic use of social media takes a dark turn, as it allegedly employs tactics to manipulate public opinion, tarnish the image of the National Unity Platform (NUP) party, and even engage in potential blackmail of citizens. This fictionalized scenario, titled “Web of Deceit: …