Anthropological researcher Hassan Ghazaly, founder of the Pan African initiative on media and journalism “AfroMedia” , along with the initiative’s team, extended heartfelt congratulations to Ambassador Mohamed Idris on his appointment as the Permanent Representative of the African Union to the United Nations and Head of the African Mission in …
Read More »Bobi Wine’s NUP Faces Ban Ahead of 2026 Polls
The Government is considering outlawing the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP), citing growing concerns over the party’s alleged militarization and activities deemed a threat to national stability, according to highly placed security sources. Uganda safari The issue reportedly featured prominently during a recent UPDF High Command meeting chaired by President …
Read More »Ugandan Trans Voice Frank Fabian Kagimu Shines at Zurich Pride 2025: “Even in Fear, We Remain Proud
Zurich, Switzerland — At Zurich Pride 2025, amidst the rainbow colors, roaring applause, and thunderous chants of liberation, one voice cut through with raw truth, pain, and power — the voice of Frank Fabian Kagimu, a proud Black trans woman and Executive Director of PRISM Uganda, a grassroots initiative serving …
Read More »Outrage as MP Hon. Barnabas Tinkasiimire Abducted in Broad Daylight
Kampala, Uganda – Tension and public outrage are mounting following the violent abduction of Hon. Barnabas Tinkasiimire, the Member of Parliament for Buyaga West Constituency, who was reportedly picked up yesterday evening under mysterious and brutal circumstances. According to reports from his legal team and family, Hon. Tinkasiimire was forcefully …
Read More »Ugandans Shine at Toronto Pride Month: “I Now Feel Safe,” Says Namigadde Siama
Toronto, Canada – Amid waves of rainbow flags, dancing feet, and chants of liberation, Ugandans in the diaspora stood tall and proud during Toronto’s Pride Month celebrations — a day that became more than just a parade, but a declaration of freedom, healing, and belonging. Among those leading the vibrant …
Read More »Hope for Refugees International Shines Bright at Toronto Pride Parade 2025
Toronto — With powerful chants, unapologetic visibility, and boundless joy, Hope for Refugees International (HRI) made an unforgettable mark at this year’s Toronto Pride Parade 2025, affirming their place as a beacon of hope, resistance, and community for queer refugees and newcomers across Canada. A sea of rainbow flags, vibrant …
Read More »Uganda’s Open Currency Policy and the Decline of the Shilling.
By Wabusimba Amiri, In recent years, Uganda’s economy has grappled with a troubling trend, the persistent depreciation of the Ugandan shilling against major foreign currencies. As of mid-2025, one US dollar exchanges at over 3,500 shillings, a figure that continues to climb with little resistance. This situation raises concern among …
Read More »Global Events Canada to Host 3rd Annual Healthcare & Social Work Conference, Launches New Community Health & Integrated Social Care Fair in 2026
Toronto, ON – Global Events Canada has officially announced the dates for its highly anticipated 3rd Annual Healthcare & Social Work Conference and Career Fair, set to take place on Friday, June 19th, and Saturday, June 20th, 2026, at Toronto Metropolitan University. This year, the conference will not only continue …
Read More »Open Letter on Harmonizing Presidential Security and Public Mobility in Uganda.
By Wabusimba Amiri. His Excellency Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni President of the Republic of Uganda State House, Entebbe I write to you in my capacity as a citizen, mindful of the weight your office bears and with full appreciation for your historic role in steering Uganda through turbulent and transformational …
Read More »Bobi Wine, Rubongoya Re-elected Unopposed
Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has been re-elected unopposed as president of the National Unity Platform (NUP) during the party’s delegates conference held this Wednesday in Kavule, Kampala. The musician-turned-politician, who has led NUP since its transformation from the former National Unity Reconciliation and Development Party (NURP) …
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