Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1659 EAT on Wednesday 16 September 2026 For more than three decades, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been a giant of Africa that has endured repeated conflict but struggled to translate its diplomatic efforts into lasting security. As rebels backed by Rwanda occupied parts of its…
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EU Chief Backs Canada’s Bid for Associate Membership
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1642 EAT on Wednesday 16 September 2026 European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told the European Parliament on Wednesday that she wanted to work on “opening the door” to Canada, potentially paving the way for closer cooperation across several key sectors. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney last…
US House Votes to End Iran War as Seven Republicans Back Measure
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1623 EAT on Wednesday 16 September 2026 For the third time, the US House of Representatives has voted to end the war in Iran, approving a war powers resolution seeking to halt President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military action without congressional approval. The 220-204 vote late Tuesday…
Nursing and Midwifery Trainees Face Renewed Exam Cheating Concerns
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1600 EAT on Wednesday 16 Septemebr 2026 Examination malpractice is resurfacing among nursing, midwifery and allied health trainees, just years after authorities had reduced reported cases to a handful. The Uganda Health Professions Assessment Board (UHPAB) said Tuesday that it had withheld the results of 79 continuing students…
Deaf, Unstoppable, Unheard of: How Allan Mirembe Built a Global Publishing House and Luxury Fashion Brand From Zero
By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda KAMPALA, UGANDA – He cannot hear the world, but the world is now hearing him. Allan Mirembe, a deaf author, publisher and fashion entrepreneur from Kampala, is defying every expectation by building not just one but two global brands from scratch: Allan Inspirations Publishers and Maison Luxora. Starting with zero…
Vice President Alupo Represents Museveni: BRICS Summit, Ends with Renewed Push for a Multipolar World Order.
NEW DELHI, INDIA – By Dr.Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin L. H. D (Hon.)- HICGI News Agency updated at 1613 EAT on Monday 14 September 2026 Vice President Jessica Alupo represented President Yoweri Museveni at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India, where she held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on strengthening cooperation between…
BRICS Summit 2026: Key Decisions and Commitments
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1418 EAT on Monday 14 September 2026 Leaders of the BRICS group of nations have unanimously adopted a joint declaration on the first day of their two-day summit in New Delhi, India, despite divisions among members over the wars in Iran and Ukraine. The New Delhi Declaration, adopted…
Queen Mother Kemigisa Praises Late King Oyo, Clarifies Studies and Illness
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1341 EAT on Monday 14 September 2026 The Queen Mother has paid tribute to the late King of Tooro, describing his life and reign as historic and thanking God for the legacy he leaves behind. Speaking during the burial ceremony, she said September 12 held special significance as…
