Uganda’s military chief, the son of longtime President Yoweri Museveni, says he is holding a missing opposition activist in his basement and threatened violence against him, after the man’s party said he was abducted. Eddie Mutwe went missing on April 27 after being grabbed near the capital Kampala by armed men, …
Read More »Nationwide Blackout in Spain & Portugal: “Atmospheric Phenomenon” or a Warning for Global Grid Vulnerabilities?
[8:15 pm, 29/04/2025] Alexander Canada: Nationwide Blackout in Spain & Portugal: “Atmospheric Phenomenon” or a Warning for Global Grid Vulnerabilities? By Alexander Luyima Cybersecurity Expert | Director, Community Programs and Information, African Descent Ontario The Unprecedented Power Crisis A sudden, massive power outage swept across Spain, Portugal, and parts of …
Read More »Nationwide Blackout in Spain & Portugal: “Atmospheric Phenomenon” or a Warning for Global Grid Vulnerabilities?
By Alexander Luyima Cybersecurity Expert | Director, Community Programs and Information, African Descent Ontario The Unprecedented Power Crisis A sudden, massive power outage swept across Spain, Portugal, and parts of France, crippling daily life. Government buildings went dark, fuel pumps stopped working, water supplies failed, and air traffic was grounded. …
Read More »China’s EV Dominance: Is It Fair Competition or Government-Backed Disruption?
The global auto industry is witnessing a seismic shift—one that has left Western economies scrambling to respond. China, once synonymous with cheap manufacturing, has become the world’s largest car exporter, selling 5.26 million vehicles abroad in 2023—a staggering 50% more than Japan, the second-largest exporter. The meteoric rise of companies …
Read More »Kampala’s Pursuit of Beauty Has turned non-motorized Namirembe Road into a Symbol of Neglect.
By Wabusimba Amiri. In the heart of Uganda’s capital, a wave of enforcement under the “Keep Kampala Green” campaign has swept across the city. Hajjat Buzeki Sharifa the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Executive Director and her team have taken to the streets, cracking down on pedestrians found stepping onto …
Read More »Vatican in Crisis: Should a Convicted Cardinal Help Choose the Next Pope?
By Alexander Luyima | Religious Scholar The election of a new pope is meant to be a sacred, solemn process—a moment when the College of Cardinals seeks divine guidance to select the next leader of the 1.3 billion Catholics worldwide. But this time, the conclave is mired in controversy, as …
Read More »From Six Cars to a Battalion: The Looting, Lies, and Fear of a Dictator Exposed
By Alexander Luyima The Fall from Liberation to Paranoia In March 1987, Yoweri Museveni—fresh from seizing power—could still look Ugandans in the eye. His convoy? Just six cars. As he drove past Baganda Bus Park, he stood boldly through the sunroof, waving at citizens. When his aide, Lt. Col. Serwanga …
Read More »The Gate is Open, But Who Will Step Out? A Reflection on Uganda’s Fear of Freedom
By Alexander Luyima For years, I kept my chickens indoors. One day, I opened the gate to give them a chance at freedom—to roam, find their own food, and taste a world beyond the fence. But they hesitated. Even with the gate wide open, they stayed inside, conditioned by routine …
Read More »BREAKING: Police-Involved Shooting at Toronto Pearson Airport Leaves One Dead – What We Know
Toronto, ON – April 25, 2025 – A fatal police-involved shooting outside Terminal 1 at Toronto Pearson International Airport this morning has triggered a major investigation, disrupted travel, and left the public demanding answers. Here’s the latest on this developing story. Key Facts: The Incident 📍 Location: Departures area, Terminal …
Read More »Trade War or Power Grab? The Real Battle Between the U.S. and China
By Alexander Luyima | Director Community Programs and Information (ADSON) At this stage of the so-called “trade war,” you might be asking: Why did the United States decide to confront China in the first place? President Donald J. Trump, now serving his second, non-consecutive term, claims it’s about fair trade. …
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