Uganda Muslim Supreme Council Introduces Online Zakat Payment System.

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D (Hon.) The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) Zakat Department has introduced a new digital platform aimed at simplifying the payment of Zakat and Swadaqa while enhancing transparency and accountability in the management of Islamic charitable contributions. According to the Head of the Zakat and Swadaqa Department, Sheikh…

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President Museveni Announces Proposed New Cabinet and Senior Government Appointments as Muhoozi Allies Secure Key Positions.

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin   L. H. D (Hon.) Uganda President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has announced a new list of proposed appointments for top government positions, including the Vice President, Prime Minister, Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, and Senior Presidential Advisors. The appointments, made under Articles 108, 108A, 111, 113, and 114 of the 1995…

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From Walmart Boardroom to NFL Ownership: The Story of Rob Walton

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda & Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D (Hon.) at 1455 EAT on Tuesday 26 May 2026 Rob Walton is the eldest son of Walmart founder Sam Walton and one of the heirs to the retail empire that reshaped global commerce. He succeeded his father as chairman of Walmart in 1992 following…

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China and Pakistan Deepen Strategic Partnership After New Consensus Talks

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1440 EAT on Tuesday 26 May 2026 China and Pakistan have reached a “new broad consensus” on deepening strategic cooperation aimed at advancing the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and transforming the port city of Gwadar into a regional connectivity hub, according to a joint statement issued by the…

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Ronald Balimwezo Appoints Faridah Nakabugo Kampala Deputy Lord Mayor

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhind at 1416 EAT on Tuesday 26 May 2026 New Ronald Balimwezo Kampala City Lord Mayor has appointed Lubaga II councillor Faridah Nakabugo as Deputy Lord Mayor in a new executive team dominated by women leaders. Nakabugo, who was elected on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket, was also appointed…

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Yoweri Museveni Issues Stern Warning to Underperforming Ministers

Updated by HICGI News Agency at 1352 EAT on Tuesday 26 May 2026 President Yoweri Museveni has warned yet-to-be-appointed cabinet officials that they risk dismissal if they fail to use their offices to help lift citizens out of poverty. Speaking shortly after the election of Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth as Speaker and Thomas Tayebwa as Deputy…

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Oboth-Oboth Positioned as Leading Contender for Speakership

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1359 EAT on Monday 25 May 2026 Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth has reportedly emerged as the winner in the race for Speaker of the 12th Parliament, following decisive backing from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) leadership in a tightly contested internal selection process. Oboth-Oboth, the West Budama South MP…

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