By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1335 EAT on Tuesday 1 July 2025 The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has suspended all campaign activities in Sembabule District following a surge in violence linked to internal party rivalry. NRM Electoral Commission Chairperson Dr. Tanga Odoi announced the suspension on Monday, citing growing tensions between supporters of…

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1126 EAT on Monday 30 June 2025 Kitgum General Hospital has finally received a mobile X-ray machine, restoring a vital diagnostic service after two years without a functional imaging unit. The new device, which includes computer-aided diagnostic software, is expected to greatly enhance the district’s capacity for Tuberculosis…

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1424 EAT On Wednesday 25 June 2025 As the deadly grip of malaria continues to claim thousands of lives each year, a bold shift is underway in Uganda—one that is giving families across the country a renewed sense of hope. The introduction of the malaria vaccine, now being…

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1406 EAT on Wednesday 25 June 2025 In a bold step toward affordable and locally driven cancer treatment, the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) has announced the development of six natural therapeutic remedies designed to ease the growing burden of cancer care in the country. The initiative spearheaded by…

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1355 EAT on Monday 23 June 2025 A dramatic incident occurred at Kalerwe market on Sunday morning, sparking widespread panic among vendors, motorists, residents, and churchgoers after security operatives shot and killed a suspected female suicide bomber. The scene was described as frightening, with the sudden and intense…

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 2146 EAT on Sunday 22 June 2025 At least four learners from Good Shepherd Primary and Secondary Schools in Luwero District were hospitalised on Thursday after police fired tear gas into the school compound while dispersing a protest over ongoing road construction. The incident unfolded during a chaotic…

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1539 EAT on Friday 20 June 2025 President Yoweri Museveni has issued a renewed eviction directive targeting migrant cattle keepers, commonly known as the balaalo, from northern Uganda. This marks the second eviction order issued in 2025 and is set to take effect on June 25, as the…