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Tragedy struck in Namisindwa district as a 24-year-old man, Rober Welikhe, lost his life during a drinking challenge. Known for his affinity for alcohol, Welikhe, a resident of Sikhendu village in Sikhendu parish, Bukiabi sub-county, took part in a competition to consume 12 bottles of Kakasa Kombucha, an alcoholic brand …

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has expressed his discontent with the United States and the United Kingdom embassies for issuing advisories to their citizens, cautioning against travel to Uganda due to terrorism concerns. Museveni, in a statement addressing the recently concluded Nyege Nyege festival in Jinja districts, asserted that if any …

In a chilling turn of events, Muwonge Joseph alias Kisenyi, the man suspected of brutally murdering his 19-year-old wife, Nakamatte Jesca, in what appears to be a ritualistic act, has been apprehended in a witchdoctor’s shrine. The arrest took place at a shrine owned by Ssalongo Lwanga Simon in Kawaala …

The Buganda Kingdom is in mourning following the passing of Ambassador Venetia Sebudandi, one of the wives of Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II. The fallen ambassador will be laid to rest on Saturday, November 18, 2023, as announced by the Kingdom. Robert Waggwa Nsibirwa, the second deputy prime minister, disclosed …

Emma Hayes has officially been appointed as the new head coach of the U.S. women’s national team, marking a historic move in women’s football. At 47, Hayes has secured a groundbreaking deal, making her the highest-paid coach in the women’s football arena. While she remains committed to Chelsea until the …

Lugazi, a FUFA Big League side, has appointed the esteemed strategist Richard Makumbi as their new head coach. The confirmation of Makumbi’s appointment came on Tuesday, November 14, with Lugazi expressing their delight in acquiring his services. Makumbi steps into the role, taking over from Coach William Kyeswa, who was …

Dr. Herbert Luswata, the recently elected president of the Uganda Medical Association (UMA), has revealed a comprehensive strategy aimed at addressing unemployment among medical professionals and enhancing their remuneration. In an exclusive interview with the Monitor on Sunday, Dr. Luswata detailed plans that involve collaboration with the government to allocate …

The Speaker of Parliament, Anitah Among, is contemplating the expulsion of Opposition Members of Parliament who continue to boycott plenary sittings due to unresolved human rights concerns. In a statement issued on November 14, 2023, Among emphasized the possibility of exercising her powers if members persist in missing 15 consecutive …

Real Madrid’s Pursuit of Mbappé Takes a Twist: Player Must Take Initiative for Transfer Talks In a surprising turn, Mbappé, a coveted target for Real Madrid, initially seemed bound for the La Liga club in the summer of 2024, only to extend his contract with Paris Saint-Germain. Amidst a strained …

Jude Bellingham and Levi Colwill have opted out of the England squad ahead of the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Malta and North Macedonia due to shoulder injuries. The absence of Real Madrid’s Bellingham and Chelsea’s Colwill brings the total to five players who have withdrawn from Gareth Southgate’s original squad …