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Violence against women is a deeply rooted issue that extends far beyond the realm of physical harm. The broader scope of violence encompasses not only physical abuse but also sexual, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse. Understanding this spectrum of violence is critical for fostering an inclusive approach to protecting women. …

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has condemned Germany’s decision to extend temporary border controls as “unacceptable.” The move is part of Germany’s response to irregular migration and has sparked criticism from several neighboring countries. These extended restrictions, already present at some land borders, will now apply to borders with France, …

By. Wabusimba Amiri. In Uganda, a significant proposal is advancing through parliament to create a professional licensing body for teachers. This initiative aims to enhance the teaching profession by setting a minimum qualification of a degree, akin to the rigorous standards in fields like healthcare and accounting. While this step …

Wakiso District, Uganda – Hon. Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is at the center of a controversial incident following an alleged shooting that occurred after he attended a Thanksgiving ceremony in Bulindo, Kiira Municipality. The event, which was organized by Mr. George Musisi, a prominent lawyer, took …

Lil Nas X says there aren’t enough “homosexual vixens” in the hip-hop community for him to date. He joked about the situation on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday night while calling for his own version of Brittany Renner and Lori Harvey. “Being a gay rapper is hard,” Nas began in his post. …

Uganda’s political landscape has long been characterized by its hybrid system, a mix of parliamentary and presidential elements. However, the current debate over the election of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Parliament highlights a significant irony within this system. At the heart of this irony lies the National Resistance …

President Yoweri Museveni’s recent appointment of singer Edrisah Musuuza, alias Eddy Kenzo, as a Senior Presidential Advisor on Creatives, signals yet another chapter in his long-standing strategy of co-opting influential figures to maintain his grip on power. While Museveni has historically relied on security forces to quash dissent, his increasing …

A group of determined youth braved the drizzling rain on Thursday morning as they took to the streets of Jinja City, igniting a fresh wave of anti-corruption protests. The demonstrators, predominantly young Ugandans, were seen marching through the city’s streets, demanding the resignation of Speaker of Parliament Anita Among. The …

By Wabusimba Amiri. The recent appointments of Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), their deputies, and newly introduced assistants by President Museveni, ahead of Uganda’s 2026 general elections, highlight a deliberate strategy to consolidate his influence across the country. The timing of these appointments, as Uganda gears up for another election cycle, …

A recent diplomatic dispute has emerged, bringing attention to Uganda’s Minister of State for Investment, Evelyn Anite, and her alleged misrepresentation of a meeting with the British High Commissioner to Uganda, H.E. Kate Airey OBE. According to a diplomatic note dated July 31, addressed to Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, …