HICGI News Agency

Vice President Alupo Represents Museveni: BRICS Summit, Ends with Renewed Push for a Multipolar World Order.

NEW DELHI, INDIA – By Dr.Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin L. H. D (Hon.)- HICGI News Agency updated at 1613 EAT on Monday 14 September 2026 Vice President Jessica Alupo represented President Yoweri Museveni at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India, where she held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on strengthening cooperation between…

Lukyamuzi Takes on Odonga Otto Over Disappearance of Signatures Collected to Impeach the President

On the Senior Citizens Talk, veteran Ugandan politician Hon. John Ken Lukyamuzi, popularly known as The Man, revisits the controversial 2012 impeachment petition against President Museveni and addresses the alleged disappearance of signatures collected to support the motion. In this candid discussion with Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D. (Hon.), Lukyamuzi also shares his views on…

EuroGold Launches Main Offices in Dubai

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1332 EAT on Wednesday 21 January 2026 EuroGold Refinery Opens Main Offices in Dubai, Strengthening Global PresenceEuroGold Refinery has officially inaugurated its main offices in Dubai, marking a key milestone in the company’s growth strategy and its efforts to better serve its expanding international clientele. At the launch…

Japan to Restart World’s Largest Nuclear Plant After 15 Years

Updated by Erick Kikomeko at 1226 EAT on Wednesday 21 January 2026 Japan is set to restart the world’s largest nuclear power plant, marking a return to nuclear energy more than 15 years after the Fukushima disaster triggered a nationwide reactor shutdown. Tokyo Electric Power Co (TEPCO) said on Wednesday it was “proceeding with preparations”…

Uganda Olympic Committee Gears Up for 2026 Commonwealth Games with Strategic Plans for Athlete Development and Global Success

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1438 EAT on Tuesday 20 January 2026 As the global sports calendar intensifies in 2026, the Uganda Olympic Committee (UOC) is ramping up its efforts to ensure a successful year for Uganda’s athletes, with a particular focus on the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games. With a reputation for producing exceptional…

Rwabugumi Secures Rubabo County Seat, From District Council to Parliament

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1412 EAT on Tuesday 20 2026 -The Independent: Rukungiri, Uganda | URN – Mathias Mwesigwa Rwabugumi, the current Rukungiri District councillor representing Nyarushanje Sub-county, has been elected as the new Member of Parliament (MP) for Rubabo County. Rwabugumi, who contested under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) banner, was…

Iran Vows to Intensify Punishments for ‘Rioters’ Arrested in Protests

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1343 EAT on Tuesday 20 January 2026 Tehran, Iran – Iranian authorities are reaffirming their commitment to impose strict penalties on “rioters” detained during recent nationwide protests, while tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump continue to flare amid a persistent digital blackout. In a post on X on…

Trump Slams UK’s Decision to Relinquish Sovereignty over Chagos Islands as ‘Great Stupidity

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1302 EAT on Tuesday 20 January 2026 The Mauritian government, poised to take control of the Chagos Islands from the UK, has yet to issue a formal response to Donald Trump’s strong condemnation of the deal. When the agreement was signed in May 2025, Mauritian Prime Minister Dr….

After 15 Years in Parliament, Ssemujju Concedes Kira Seat to NUP’s Musisi

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1230 EAT on Monday 19 January 2026 Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Concedes Defeat to NUP’s George Musisi After 15 YearsKira Municipality Member of Parliament Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda has conceded defeat in the January 15, 2026, parliamentary elections, as National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate George Musisi secured the…

Syria’s President al-Sharaa to Meet SDF Leader Abdi Following Ceasefire Agreement

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda and Eric Kikomeko at 1213 EAT on Monday 19 January 2026 Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa is scheduled to meet with Mazloum Abdi, the head of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), on Monday to finalize a ceasefire agreement following days of intense fighting. The clashes, which involved Syrian government forces…