DP Bloc Eyes Mpuuga as 2026 Presidential Candidate.

As the 2026 elections approach, the Democratic Party (DP) bloc is actively considering former Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Mathias Mpuuga, as their presidential front-runner. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions about strategic alliances within the opposition, particularly following disillusionment with the People Power movement. At a recent event, Michael Mabikke, a prominent member of…

Government Addresses Concerns Over China Town Store in Kampala.

The Ugandan government has officially responded to growing concerns regarding the newly opened China Town store located at Lugogo Shopping Mall in Kampala. During a recent regional industrialization conference held from September 24 to 25, 2024, State Minister for Finance in charge of Investment and Privatization, Ms. Evelyn Anite, emphasized the importance of supporting local…

Ministers Urge Civil Servants to Support NRM or Resign.

In a bold directive, Ministers Justine Kasule Lumumba and Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo have called upon public servants to actively support the National Resistance Movement (NRM) or consider resigning from their positions. This statement was made during the closure of a week-long training program for over 160 staff members of the Microfinance Support Centre, held at…

Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon Amid Escalating Tensions with Hezbollah.

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Israel has launched air strikes on southern Lebanon following a series of fatal device attacks attributed to Hezbollah. This military action comes on the heels of a televised speech by Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, who condemned the recent attacks that resulted in the deaths of at least 37 individuals….

Museveni Urges Musicians to Promote NRM Message.

In a recent meeting at State House Entebbe, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni addressed a gathering of prominent Ugandan musicians, urging them to use their influence to spread the message of the National Resistance Movement (NRM). The event was organized by Ms. Hellen Seku, Commissioner of Patriotism in the Office of the President. Among the attendees…

US Secret Service boss resigns over Trump shooting failures.

US Secret Service director Kim Cheatle has resigned following security failures related to an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. “As your director, I take full responsibility for the security lapse,” Ms. Cheatle said in a resignation letter to agency staff on Tuesday. She faced calls from both Democrats and Republicans to resign after…