Museveni appoints Henry Lutwama as Special Presidential Assistant on Bataka Affairs

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D. (Hon.) President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Henry Lutwama as Special Presidential Assistant and Coordinator of the Bataka in Buganda, based at State House. The appointment takes immediate effect, according to a confirmation letter from the Ministry of Public Service, issued on the directive of the President.   “I am pleased to inform you that His…

Tebboune Launches Gara Djebilet–Tindouf–Bechar Railway, Flags Off First Iron Ore Shipment.

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D. (Hon.) BECHAR – Algeria President, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, on Sunday afternoon officially announced the launch of the new Gara Djebilet–Tindouf–Bechar railway line during a ceremony held in Bechar province. The President as well chaired the ceremony marking the arrival of the train carrying these inaugural shipments. Tebboune affirmed  that the…

Royal Friendship Event Unites Sultanate of Maguindanao and Filipino-American Leaders in Cotabato City

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D (Hon.) Cotabato City — The Sultanate of Maguindanao has successfully hosted a landmark Royal Friendship Event, bringing together tradition, diplomacy, and humanitarian service in a celebration that continues to resonate across communities at home and abroad. The historic gathering welcomed distinguished members of the Filipino-American community, including the Fil-Am…

Silence, Fear, and the Cost to Uganda’s HIV Fight

By Adam Bukenya | Saturday, January 31st, 2026 Uganda’s fight against HIV has come a long way. Today, more people know their status, treatment is widely available, and many who once feared the virus now live long, productive lives. But beneath this progress lies a quieter challenge—one that statistics alone cannot explain. Healthcare workers say HIV does…