Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1453 EAT on Monday 9 February 2026 Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong’s pro-democracy media tycoon, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for colluding with foreign forces under the city’s controversial national security law. Rights groups have condemned the ruling as a “death sentence” for the 78-year-old, whose…
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Scotland Hand Italy a Harsh Welcome in T20 World Cup Debut
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1432 EAT on Monday 9 February 2026 T20 World Cup debutants Italy endured a bruising introduction to cricket’s biggest stage, suffering a crushing 73-run defeat to Scotland in Kolkata, India, on Monday. Scotland posted an imposing 207-4, led by opener George Munsey’s commanding 84. In reply, Italy were…
Museveni, Samia Hold Bilateral Talks to Deepen Uganda–Tanzania Cooperation
By. Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D. (Hon.) President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Saturday held bilateral talks with Tanzania’s President H.E. Samia Suluhu Hassan in Dar es Salaam, agreeing to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in energy, trade, infrastructure, and regional peace and security. The leaders reviewed progress on key joint projects, including…
20 Ugandan Students Awarded Fully Funded Tech Scholarships by Airtel Africa Foundation
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1620 EAT on Friday 6 February 2026 The Airtel Africa Foundation on Thursday announced that 20 Ugandan students have been awarded fully funded scholarships valued at over 3.85 billion Ugandan shillings ($1.02 million) to pursue science and technology degree programmes at leading universities across the country. The scholarship…
US, Iran Meet in Oman for Talks to Avert Escalation as Regional Tensions Rise
Updated by Erick Kikomeko 1556 EAT on Friday 6 February 2026 Senior US and Iranian officials are meeting in Oman for talks amid a crisis that has raised fears of a potential military confrontation between the two countries.The discussions follow a US military build-up in the Middle East, prompted by Iran’s violent crackdown on nationwide…
Who Could Shine? Top Five T20 World Cup Players to Watch
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1540 EAT on Friday 6 February 2026 Al Jazeera Sport previews five star players aiming to lead their teams to the T20 World Cup final on March 8, 2026.Abhishek Sharma – IndiaSince being signed by the Delhi Daredevils in the Indian Premier League at just 17, Abhishek Sharma…
US Ambassador Outlines Visa Bond Policy and Entry Rules for Ugandans
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1252 EAT on Friday 6 February 2026 The United States government has announced sweeping changes to its visa policy affecting Ugandan nationals, introducing stricter entry requirements for non-immigrant travellers and temporarily suspending the issuance of immigrant visas, as Washington intensifies enforcement of its immigration laws. The measures, outlined…
Social Media Star Diana Skyz Discovered Dead at Kyanja Residence
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1542 EAT on Thursday 5 February 2026 Prominent Ugandan TikToker and content creator Diana Skyz has been found dead at her apartment in Kyanja, a suburb of Kampala, in a development that has sent shockwaves through the city’s entertainment community. Her body was discovered on Wednesday morning at…
