By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1438 EAT on Tuesday 20 January 2026 As the global sports calendar intensifies in 2026, the Uganda Olympic Committee (UOC) is ramping up its efforts to ensure a successful year for Uganda’s athletes, with a particular focus on the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games. With a reputation for producing exceptional…
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Rwabugumi Secures Rubabo County Seat, From District Council to Parliament
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1412 EAT on Tuesday 20 2026 -The Independent: Rukungiri, Uganda | URN – Mathias Mwesigwa Rwabugumi, the current Rukungiri District councillor representing Nyarushanje Sub-county, has been elected as the new Member of Parliament (MP) for Rubabo County. Rwabugumi, who contested under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) banner, was…
Iran Vows to Intensify Punishments for ‘Rioters’ Arrested in Protests
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1343 EAT on Tuesday 20 January 2026 Tehran, Iran – Iranian authorities are reaffirming their commitment to impose strict penalties on “rioters” detained during recent nationwide protests, while tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump continue to flare amid a persistent digital blackout. In a post on X on…
Trump Slams UK’s Decision to Relinquish Sovereignty over Chagos Islands as ‘Great Stupidity
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1302 EAT on Tuesday 20 January 2026 The Mauritian government, poised to take control of the Chagos Islands from the UK, has yet to issue a formal response to Donald Trump’s strong condemnation of the deal. When the agreement was signed in May 2025, Mauritian Prime Minister Dr….
After 15 Years in Parliament, Ssemujju Concedes Kira Seat to NUP’s Musisi
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1230 EAT on Monday 19 January 2026 Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Concedes Defeat to NUP’s George Musisi After 15 YearsKira Municipality Member of Parliament Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda has conceded defeat in the January 15, 2026, parliamentary elections, as National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate George Musisi secured the…
Syria’s President al-Sharaa to Meet SDF Leader Abdi Following Ceasefire Agreement
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda and Eric Kikomeko at 1213 EAT on Monday 19 January 2026 Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa is scheduled to meet with Mazloum Abdi, the head of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), on Monday to finalize a ceasefire agreement following days of intense fighting. The clashes, which involved Syrian government forces…
At Least 39 Dead in High-Speed Train Crash in Spain
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1140 EAT on Monday 19 January 2026 “At least 39 people have been confirmed dead and dozens more injured in a devastating train collision in southern Spain, marking the country’s deadliest rail accident in more than a decade, according to Spain’s Civil Guard. The incident occurred on Sunday…
From Grandeur to Disgrace: How the AFCON 2025 Spectacle Ended in Shame
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 0916 EAT on Monday 19 Janaury 2026 The popular saying that ‘boats tend to capsize near docks’ perfectly encapsulates the unfortunate conclusion of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, which ended on Sunday, 18th January 2026, in Rabat, Morocco. Despite the month-long display of excellent organisation, thrilling matches,…
