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Uganda Political Transition: Bobi Wine, Gen. Muntu Stay Silent on Forgiving Museveni

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda & Eric KikomekoUpdated at 21:35, Monday, 1 December 2025 Nandala Mafabi and Male Mabirizi Emerge as the Only Candidates Willing to Forgive Museveni As Uganda heads toward the January 2026 general elections, the question of political transition dominated Sunday night’s highly anticipated Presidential Debate hosted by NTV Uganda. The debate,…

Unity and Diplomacy: VP Alupo and 25+ Envoys Gather in Kampala to Honour 71 Years of Algeria’s Liberation.

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D. (Hon.), Anastasias Gordon Sekandi, Faith Barbara Ruhinda & Princess Scovia K Kampala, Uganda — Updated at 2145 EAT on November 5, 2025 The Embassy of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria in Uganda on Tuesday hosted a colourful reception at the ambassador’s residence in Kampala to mark the 71st…

Uganda and Russia Reaffirm Strategic Partnership at Third Intergovernmental Commission Session

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D (Hon.) & Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Munyonyo, Uganda — updates at 13:12 EAT on October 8, 2025 Uganda and the Russian Federation have reaffirmed their long-standing strategic partnership during the Third Session of the Uganda–Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation, held at Speke Resort Munyonyo,…

My Humble Condolences on the Passing of Mr. Jaffer Sentongo

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D. (Hon.) It is with a heavy heart that I extend my deepest condolences on the passing of my dear friend and … My Humble Condolences on the Passing of Mr. Jaffer Sentongo

Nine Children Among 27 Dead in Devastating Texas Floods; Search Continues for Missing Girls

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 2039 EAT on Saturday 5 July 2025 We’re en route to Kerr County, where rescue teams are still searching for at least 27 missing children following devastating flash floods that tore through this Central Texas community. Not long after leaving San Antonio’s airport, the sprawling interchanges that define…

Dr. Rumanzi Benita Bushari Unveils Manifesto for Rukiga County MP Race (2026–2031)

By By Sida Fikerte Ayele Rukiga, Uganda — Renowned educationist and population scientist, Dr. Rumanzi Benita Bushari, has officially launched his bid to represent Rukiga County in Parliament for the 2026–2031 term, presenting an ambitious and transformative manifesto rooted in education, health, economic empowerment, and social inclusion. Dr. Rumanzi currently serves as the Director of…

“What Next Now That Uganda’s Scientific Innovation Are Market-Ready?”

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1446 EAT on Friday 4 July 2025 At this year’s National Science Week held at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, Uganda’s message was bold and unmistakable: the country is ready to take its science and innovation to market. More than just showcasing prototypes and research, the event highlighted Uganda’s drive…

Russia Becomes First Country to Recognize Taliban Government since 2021 Takeover

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1420 EAT on Friday 4 July 2025 Russia has become the first country to formally recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan since the group seized power in 2021, announcing Thursday that it has accepted an ambassador appointed by the Islamist regime. “We believe that the act of official…

Indonesia Launches Rescue Mission as Dozens Go Missing in Bali Ferry Disaster

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 1353 EAT on Friday 4 July 2025 “Search efforts continued Thursday as Indonesian rescuers looked for 29 people still missing after a ferry sank near Bali, killing six the night before.” A 3-year-old boy and his mother were the most recently identified victims, with their bodies recovered Thursday…

Is Uganda’s Mulago Hospital Turning into a Troubled Symbol of Healthcare

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated 2048 EAT on Thursday 3 June 2025 Despite being Uganda’s national referral hospital, Mulago often operates at more than twice its intended capacity on a daily basis. While reports of patients lying on cold ward floors for lack of beds may seem exaggerated to some, a visit to the…

Deputy Head of Russian Navy Killed in Ukrainian Strike, Moscow Confirms.

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Updated at 2022 EAT on Thursday 3 July 2025 The deputy head of the Russian navy, Vice Admiral Mikhail Gudkov, has been killed in Russia’s Kursk region, the country’s Ministry of Defence has confirmed. Gudkov, 42, is one of the most senior Russian commanders to have died since the start…