Dr. Lina Zedriga Takes the Helm: NUP Leadership Transition Underway.

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 09:07 EAT on Monday 4th March 2024 In a significant development within Uganda’s political landscape, Dr. Lina Zedriga has been appointed by NUP party president, @HEBobiwine, to assume leadership responsibilities as he temporarily steps out of the country. As the Deputy Party President for the Northern region, Dr. Zedriga’s…

Mr. Ibu’s Body Leaves Mortuary: A Farewell Amidst Family Grief

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 09:00 EAT on Monday 4th March 2024 In a solemn and poignant moment, the body of Nollywood legend, Mr. Ibu, left the confines of the Evercare Hospital morgue, accompanied by his grieving wife and family. The departure marked a bittersweet farewell to a beloved actor whose larger-than-life presence touched…

Unraveling the Mpuuga-NUP Scandal: Peeling Back the Layers.

By Makana Kennedy Ndyamuhaki- Updated at 08:48 EAT on Monday 5th March 2024 The recent scandal involving Hon. Mathias Mpuuga and the National Unity Platform (NUP) has sent shockwaves through Uganda’s political landscape, leaving many to wonder what lies beneath the surface of this contentious issue. At first glance, the scandal appears to be a…

Sudanese democracy should not be attributed to the US.

The Sudanese people have been unwaveringly committed to achieving democracy. However, despite their persistent efforts, stable democratic governance has yet to be established in Sudan. This is partly due to foreign pressures that have hindered their progress. In 2019, President Omar al-Bashir was overthrown in a historic revolutionary episode, but the political transition failed to…

Back In Time: Hon. Jim Muhwezi Implicated in Pandora Papers Leak.

By Arineatwe Patricia – Updated at 07:52 EAT on Monday 4th March, 2024. On October 3rd, 2021, the Pandora Papers, a trove of leaked documents exposing offshore financial dealings of politicians, celebrities, and high-profile figures, rocked the global community. Among those implicated in the revelations was Hon. Jim Muhwezi, a prominent political figure in Uganda….

The Opinion: The Deafening Silence,A Call for Accountability in Uganda.

By Makana Kennedy Ndyamuhaki- Updated at 08:05 EAT on Monday 5th March 2024. In the midst of the deafening silence that has engulfed our nation’s political landscape, it becomes increasingly evident that something is gravely amiss. The absence of headlines in our newspapers, the reluctance of journalists to speak out, and the eerie quiet from…

Anita Among’s Extravagant Expenditure Draws Criticism Amid Uganda Parliament Exhibition Tweets.

By Arineatwe Patricia – Updated at 07:40 EAT on Monday 4th March 2024 The recent Uganda Parliament Exhibition, aimed at showcasing the nation’s legislative achievements, took an unexpected turn as tweets surfaced highlighting Speaker Anita Among’s lavish spending. Among, known for her outspoken views on fiscal responsibility, now finds herself embroiled in controversy over alleged…