By Amiri Wabusimba. Uganda stands at a pivotal moment in history, once again at the mercy of foreign policy shifts that expose its deep-rooted vulnerabilities. The recent U.S. presidential directive on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) has reverberated through economies that have become increasingly reliant on international aid. Yet, …

By Amiri Wabusimba. The 39th anniversary of Uganda’s National Resistance Movement (NRM) Liberation Day that was celebrated in Mubende District, presented a reflective moment on the country’s journey since its liberation. President Yoweri Museveni’s speech painted an optimistic picture, emphasizing the government’s commitment to economic empowerment and poverty eradication. He …

By Amiri Wabusimba. In Uganda, roads do more than connect communities; they symbolize economic potential, social cohesion, and national pride. Yet, paradoxically, some of these very roads, like the critical route linking Uganda to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda-Kenya, stand as glaring monuments to neglect. They represent …

By Amiri wabusimba. As Uganda prepares to commemorate the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Liberation Day on January 26, attention turns to Mubende, where President Museveni is set to inaugurate the recently completed USMID projects. These developments, while commendable, barely scratch the surface of the district’s underlying challenges. For a region …

By Amiri Wabusimba. The Uganda Support to Municipal Infrastructure Development (USMID) program, initiated with a US$150 million loan from the World Bank-IDA, was designed to drive urban transformation in Uganda by enhancing municipal infrastructure and institutional performance. The first phase of the program (2013-2018) achieved significant improvements in areas such …

By Amiri Wabusimba. Under the three-decade rule of President Yoweri Museveni, Uganda has transformed into a perilous environment for journalists. The regime’s relentless suppression of dissent, rampant corruption, and systematic human rights violations have fostered an atmosphere of fear and intimidation for those committed to reporting the truth.   Journalists …

By Amiri Wabusimba. The Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) has been hailed as a transformative agenda aimed at equipping Ugandan learners with practical skills and critical thinking abilities for the modern world. While policymakers and political leaders trumpet this initiative as a transformative agenda, their actions betray a troubling disconnect from the …

Kanjjako Widows Association, a dedicated group of widows living with HIV/AIDS, on Friday 3rd Jan paid a condolence visit to Hajjat Sophie Safina Kenyangi, The UMSC National Chairperson of the Muslim Women Council, following the loss of her father, the late Haj Swaib Kalandi. Haj Swaib was laid to rest …

By Wabusimba Amiri.   With just days remaining before Donald J. Trump is sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on January 10, 2025, his return to the White House has garnered significant attention globally including in Uganda, who are closely observing his revived “America First” agenda. …

By Amiri Wabusimba. As part of their annual Nva Mubende Festival, the Nva Mubende family has organized a fundraising marathon to enhance access to Maternal, Child Health, and Nutrition (MCHN) services in Mubende District. The marathon, set to take place on Jan 18 2025, aims to generate crucial funds to …