Ssemco Strengthens Community Bonds with Ramadan Donation to Mubende Town Mosque.
In an exemplary act of generosity, SSEMCO, one of the leading supplier of rice and maize flour in Mubende, marked the beginning of Ramadan with a significant donation of 12 (25kgs) bags of rice and 6 (10kgs) bags of maize flour to Mubende Town Mosque.…
Judge Singiza dismisses Eron Kiiza application
The High Court in Kampala has dismissed an application filed by jailed lawyer Eron Kiiza, seeking his release following the Supreme Court’s decision barring the trial of civilians in military courts. On Monday, Civil Division Judge Dr. Douglas Singiza…
MPs Raise Alarm Over Judiciary’s Soaring Shs13.3 Billion Debt and Financial Mismanagement
The Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) revealed that the Judiciary’s debts have soared to Shs13.371 billion in five years, raising concerns over the institution’s financial discipline. Legislators have expressed alarm over the rising debt…
A Fight Bigger Than Football: Let’s Save Martin “Nabutono” Nsubuga.
By Amiri Wabusimba Amiri. Football is more than just a game it is a passion, a dream, and sometimes, a battle for survival. Few have embodied this spirit more than Martin “Nabutono” Nsubuga, affectionately known as “Rasta.” For years, he has given his…
Data Depletion or Digital Exploitation: How Telecoms Profit from Our Late Night Conversations.
By Wabusimba Amiri, In many underdeveloped nations, access to affordable communication is considered a necessity rather than a luxury. Mobile phones have become lifelines for business, social interactions, and even romance. Yet, while telecom companies…
The Price of a Political Ticket: Has Uganda’s Opposition Become a Marketplace for Power?
By Amiri Wabusimba. Opposition politics in Uganda, as in much of Africa, finds itself entangled in a paradox: parties that demand free, fair, and transparent elections from the ruling regime often fail to uphold the same democratic principles within…
The Hidden Crisis in Uganda’s Ride-Hailing Industry: When Convenience Becomes a Risk.
By Amiri Wabusimba. As app-based transport services revolutionize urban mobility across Uganda and globally, the promise of convenience, affordability, and transparency has become their cornerstone. In Uganda, platforms like Uber, Safe Boda, and Faras…
Uganda’s Digital Number Plate Initiative: A Game-Changer or Another Costly Misstep?
By Amiri Wabusimba. Ugandan government’s rollout of digital number plates is hailed as a modern solution to the country’s growing vehicle-related crime rates. Promising enhanced security and better traffic management, the initiative aims to introduce a…
Uganda’s Justice System Under Fire: Selective Law Enforcement and the Suppression of Dissent
In recent years, Uganda has faced increasing scrutiny for its justice system’s inconsistencies and the selective application of the law. A striking example is the stark contrast in how individuals accused of severe crimes such as murder and…
Canada: African Descent Summit 2025 Happening This July
Toronto, ON – African Descent Ontario (ADSON) is proud to announce its Annual African Descent Summit 2025, set to take place in Toronto under the theme “Recognition, Justice, and Development.” This global gathering will bring together people of African…