Kyambogo University has come under fire after dismissing its Guild President, Benjamin Akiso, for leading student protests against tuition policies. In a letter dated 3rd July 2025, Vice Chancellor Prof. Eli Katunguka confirmed Akiso’s expulsion, citing violations of university regulations, including breach of peace, mounting roadblocks, and insubordination. Akiso, who also …

Kyambogo University has officially dismissed its Guild President, Benjamin Akiso, following disciplinary proceedings related to his involvement in a recent student protest. The university cited violations of student regulations, including breach of peace, mounting of roadblocks, and insubordination to university authorities. According to a letter issued by the Office of …

The Government is considering outlawing the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP), citing growing concerns over the party’s alleged militarization and activities deemed a threat to national stability, according to highly placed security sources. Uganda safari The issue reportedly featured prominently during a recent UPDF High Command meeting chaired by President …

Zurich, Switzerland — At Zurich Pride 2025, amidst the rainbow colors, roaring applause, and thunderous chants of liberation, one voice cut through with raw truth, pain, and power — the voice of Frank Fabian Kagimu, a proud Black trans woman and Executive Director of PRISM Uganda, a grassroots initiative serving …

Kampala, Uganda – Tension and public outrage are mounting following the violent abduction of Hon. Barnabas Tinkasiimire, the Member of Parliament for Buyaga West Constituency, who was reportedly picked up yesterday evening under mysterious and brutal circumstances. According to reports from his legal team and family, Hon. Tinkasiimire was forcefully …

Toronto, Canada – Amid waves of rainbow flags, dancing feet, and chants of liberation, Ugandans in the diaspora stood tall and proud during Toronto’s Pride Month celebrations — a day that became more than just a parade, but a declaration of freedom, healing, and belonging. Among those leading the vibrant …

Toronto — With powerful chants, unapologetic visibility, and boundless joy, Hope for Refugees International (HRI) made an unforgettable mark at this year’s Toronto Pride Parade 2025, affirming their place as a beacon of hope, resistance, and community for queer refugees and newcomers across Canada. A sea of rainbow flags, vibrant …

Toronto, ON – Global Events Canada has officially announced the dates for its highly anticipated 3rd Annual Healthcare & Social Work Conference and Career Fair, set to take place on Friday, June 19th, and Saturday, June 20th, 2026, at Toronto Metropolitan University. This year, the conference will not only continue …

Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has been re-elected unopposed as president of the National Unity Platform (NUP) during the party’s delegates conference held this Wednesday in Kavule, Kampala. The musician-turned-politician, who has led NUP since its transformation from the former National Unity Reconciliation and Development Party (NURP) …

As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, the National Unity Platform (NUP) has released detailed guidelines clarifying the process for certification of academic documents for party members aspiring for elective positions. In a circular signed by Chemutai Harriet, Chairperson of the party’s Election Management Committee (EMC), the NUP outlined …