The Uganda Kwekwaffe Business & Culture Forum is set to make waves this August during the World Heritage Week 10th august 2024 in Edmonton, Alberta. This year’s forum, themed “Embrace the Equal Opportunity,” promises to be a vibrant celebration of Uganda’s cultural heritage, business opportunities, and social development. Uganda’s music …
Read More »Dozens Detained in Kampala Amid Anti-Corruption Protests
KAMPALA, Uganda – In defiance of an official ban on demonstrations, dozens of people were detained in Kampala on Wednesday after participating in anti-corruption protests. The detentions highlight the Ugandan government’s ongoing crackdown on dissent and civic activism. Lawyers representing the arrested individuals reported that approximately 60 people were taken …
Read More »Male Deogratius to Host Activist Clinton Mirrors and Journalist Ivan Kisakye in Discussion on Rampant Corruption in Uganda On Xavieradioug
In an upcoming event that promises to be both enlightening and thought-provoking, media personality Deogratius will host two prominent figures in the fight against corruption in Uganda On Xavieradioug.com : Clinton Mirrors Ampaire and Ivan Kisakye. The discussion will delve into the pervasive issue of corruption that has long plagued …
Read More »LUX Carnival,DJ Wickham Win Small Band of the Year at Toronto Caribbean Carnival 2024
The Toronto Caribbean Carnival 2024, held under the theme “Northern Lights,” concluded with a spectacular celebration, crowning Lux as the Small Band of the Year. The carnival, a vibrant display of Caribbean culture and heritage, featured an array of events, culminating in the highly anticipated Grand Parade, headlined by DJ …
Read More »Uganda High Commissioner Faces Backlash for Threatening Protesters in Canada
In a dramatic turn of events, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Canada, Joy Ruth Acheng, has come under fire for her conduct during a peaceful protest organized by the Ugandan diaspora in Ottawa. The protest aimed to highlight the ongoing issues of corruption and human rights abuses in Uganda. Witnesses report …
Read More »Uganda Police Assaults Journalists Covering Peaceful Protest
In a disturbing incident, police officers in Kampala, Uganda, damaged a video camera belonging to a BBS TV journalist while they were covering a peaceful protest to the Kenyan High Commission by FDC Katonga faction members on August 5, 2024. The incident occurred when FDC leaders, who had initially planned …
Read More »Pearl of Africa Approaches 2026 Elections amid Rising Authoritarian Measures and Public Dissatisfaction
By Wabusimba Amiri. Once hailed as the “Pearl of Africa” by Winston Churchill for its splendid weather and abundant natural resources, Uganda is now frequently linked with civil unrest and protests. Recent census data shows a population exceeding 46 million, and the government is struggling with widespread discontent fueled by …
Read More »Activist Agather Atuhaire Faces Death Threats
Prominent activist and journalist Agather Atuhaire has come forward with alarming claims of threats against her life. The threats, allegedly from members of the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI), underscore the dangerous environment faced by those who challenge the status quo in Uganda. On Thursday, August 1, 2024, Atuhaire’s elder …
Read More »Students and Belgian National Arrested in Climate Change Protest Outside Chinese Embassy
Three university students and a Belgian national were arrested this morning during a protest march to the Chinese Embassy in Kololo, Kampala. The demonstrators aimed to deliver a petition to the Chinese Ambassador to Uganda, urging the Chinese government to halt funding for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) …
Read More »Akon City : Over 10,000 Residents To Face Land Evictions
The ambitious project to construct Akon City, a futuristic metropolis envisioned by the Senegalese-American singer Akon, has sparked significant controversy and upheaval among the local communities in Uganda. Over 10,000 residents are grappling with the uncertain future of their homes and livelihoods as they navigate the tangled plans associated with …
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