By Alexander Luyima Cybersecurity Expert | Director, Community Programs and Information, African Descent Ontario The Unprecedented Power Crisis A sudden, massive power outage swept across Spain, Portugal, and parts of France, crippling daily life. Government buildings went dark, fuel pumps stopped working, water supplies failed, and air traffic was grounded. …

The global auto industry is witnessing a seismic shift—one that has left Western economies scrambling to respond. China, once synonymous with cheap manufacturing, has become the world’s largest car exporter, selling 5.26 million vehicles abroad in 2023—a staggering 50% more than Japan, the second-largest exporter. The meteoric rise of companies …

By Alexander Luyima | Religious Scholar The election of a new pope is meant to be a sacred, solemn process—a moment when the College of Cardinals seeks divine guidance to select the next leader of the 1.3 billion Catholics worldwide. But this time, the conclave is mired in controversy, as …

By Alexander Luyima The Fall from Liberation to Paranoia In March 1987, Yoweri Museveni—fresh from seizing power—could still look Ugandans in the eye. His convoy? Just six cars. As he drove past Baganda Bus Park, he stood boldly through the sunroof, waving at citizens. When his aide, Lt. Col. Serwanga …

By Alexander Luyima For years, I kept my chickens indoors. One day, I opened the gate to give them a chance at freedom—to roam, find their own food, and taste a world beyond the fence. But they hesitated. Even with the gate wide open, they stayed inside, conditioned by routine …

Toronto, ON – April 25, 2025 – A fatal police-involved shooting outside Terminal 1 at Toronto Pearson International Airport this morning has triggered a major investigation, disrupted travel, and left the public demanding answers. Here’s the latest on this developing story. Key Facts: The Incident 📍 Location: Departures area, Terminal …

By Alexander Luyima | Director Community Programs and Information (ADSON) At this stage of the so-called “trade war,” you might be asking: Why did the United States decide to confront China in the first place? President Donald J. Trump, now serving his second, non-consecutive term, claims it’s about fair trade. …

The Gate is Open, But Who Will Step Out? A Reflection on Uganda’s Fear of Freedom and the Urgency of Resistance By Alexander Luyima For years, I kept my chickens indoors. One day, I opened the gate—hoping they’d roam, explore, and taste freedom. But they didn’t. Conditioned by confinement, they …

By Alexander Luyima | Community Development Advocate & Human Rights Blogger KAMPALA, UGANDA — The recent revelation by Uganda’s Inspectorate of Government (IGG) that a staggering 85% of civil servants secured jobs through bribery has reignited national conversations about corruption, tribalism, and the erosion of meritocracy in public service. This …

By: Alexander Luyima Imagine being arrested and locked away for more than two years—without ever appearing before a judge or even being told what you’re accused of. For far too many Ugandans, this isn’t a nightmare—it’s their reality. Across Uganda, stories continue to emerge of individuals who are arrested and …