By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D. (Hon.) Former Algerian President Liamine Zeroual has passed away at a military hospital in the capital, Algiers, the Algerian Presidency announced. Born in 1941 in the eastern city of Batna, Zeroual was widely regarded as one of Algeria’s most prominent military and political figures. He joined the…
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Measles Outbreak in Kagadi District Claims Five Children
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1315 EAT on Wednesday 1 April 2026 A measles outbreak in Kagadi district, mid-western Uganda, has so far killed five children, authorities say. The outbreak has been reported in Kyakabadima, Kyaterekera, and Ndaiga sub-counties, with children aged one to five the most affected. Kagadi District Health Educator Aisha…
State House Intervention Secures Alien Skin’s Release on Police Bond
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1305 EAT on Wednesday 1 April 2026 Musician Patrick Mulwana, widely known as Alien Skin, and six members of his Fangone Forest group have been released on police bond after being arrested over multiple charges, including alleged assault on police officers. The arrests took place on Friday at…
China Steps Into Iran Conflict as Potential Mediator — Challenges Ahead.
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1255 EAT on Wednesday 1 April 2026 US President Donald Trump has indicated that military action in Iran could wrap up within “two to three weeks,” though details remain unclear on how the conflict might conclude or what comes next. China has stepped into the diplomatic effort alongside…
Iranian Strikes Trigger Fires in Kuwait, Bahrain; Bangladeshi Worker Killed in UAE
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1230 EAT on Wednesday 1 April 2026 Iranian drones targeted fuel tanks at Kuwait International Airport, triggering a large fire, while Bahrain authorities reported a blaze at an undisclosed company facility, as the US–Israel conflict with Iran enters its fifth week. Abdullah al-Rajhi, spokesman for Kuwait’s General Directorate…
Pakistan Emerges as Unexpected Mediator in Iran Conflict with Trump’s Support
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1538 EAT on Tuesday 31 March 2026 The head of Pakistan’s armed forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, is reportedly in US President Donald Trump’s favour. Trump has often referred to Munir as his “favourite” Field Marshal and praised his knowledge of Iran, saying he knows the country “better…
Gaza families reunited with evacuated children years after separation during Israel’s war
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1427 EAT on Tuesday 31 March 2026 Eight Palestinian toddlers, who were evacuated as premature infants during Israel’s 2023 assault on Gaza, have returned to the conflict-stricken territory after more than two years, bringing a rare moment of relief for their families. The children were part of a…
PCB imposes heavy fine on Naseem Shah over social media post about Maryam Nawaz
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1352 EAT on Tuesday 31 March 2026 The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has imposed a 20 million Pakistani rupee (about $71,488) fine on fast bowler Naseem Shah for violating provisions of his central contract and the board’s social media policy after he criticised Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz…
