Opposition Veteran Dr. Kizza Besigye Remanded to Luzira Prison on Arms Charges.

Uganda’s veteran opposition leader, Dr. Kizza Besigye, has been remanded to Luzira Prison following his appearance before the General Court Martial. Dr. Besigye, who is facing serious charges related to unlawful possession of firearms, will remain in custody until December 2, 2024, when his case is set to resume. Dr. Besigye, along with his associate…

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Female Voices at COP 29 – INTERVIEW

BAKU, AZERBAIJAN Phionah Boonabaana founder of  Boona Inclusive Foundation from Uganda speaks to #Kivumbi at COP 29. She is advocating for inclussion and Rights of people with disabilities in climate negotiations and climate change decisions making processes. Watch, share and subscribe

Ugandan Musician Alien Skin Remanded Over Robbery Charges.

Ugandan musician Patrick Mulwana, better known by his stage name Alien Skin, has been remanded to prison following charges of robbery and violence, after a dramatic incident in Kampala’s Makindye district. The 26-year-old musician, who was arrested on Wednesday afternoon, appeared before the Makindye Chief Magistrate’s Court, where he was formally charged with robbing Salim…

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Ukraine Fires UK-Supplied Storm Shadow Missiles Into Russia for the First Time.

In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Ukraine has launched UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles at targets within Russian territory for the first time. The missiles, which are long-range precision-guided munitions, were used in an operation that marks a notable shift in the nature of Ukraine’s counteroffensive efforts. Although the UK government has not yet…

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India is Powering Developing Countries with Free Solar Pannels.

BAKU, AZERBAIJAN Ramesh Kumar, Chief of Programs from The International Solar Alliance funded by India & France says they are assisting communities with Solar Energy Pannels in Developing countries like Uganda. He has spoken to HICGI News Agency’s Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin at #cop29  in Baku Azerbaijan about their Program. Watch and Subscribe

Somaliland Opposition Leader Wins Presidential Election.

Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, commonly known as Irro, has won the presidential election in Somaliland, a self-declared republic in the Horn of Africa. The 69-year-old opposition leader secured 64% of the vote, defeating incumbent President Musa Abdi Bihi, who garnered 35%. Irro’s victory marks a significant shift in the political landscape of Somaliland, which declared independence…

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