Gen. Okiding Calls for Enhanced Intelligence-Led Operations Beyond Conventional Warfare
The Deputy Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), Lt Gen Sam Okiding, has called for stronger intelligence-led, coordinated and proactive approaches to military operations beyond conventional warfare. Lt Gen Okiding made the call during the opening session of the Chiefs of Defence Intelligence and Security meeting held as part of […]
PROJECT WAR! Mbarara South Mayor Jomo Takes On Kakyebezi Over ‘Segregation’
By Amos TayebwaMBARARA Mbarara City South Division Mayor Jomo Mugabe has protested what he describes as unfair distribution of government projects between the city’s two divisions, accusing City Mayor Robert Mugabe Kakyebezi, the Town Clerk and some members of the city executive of favouring Mbarara City North Division. Jomo’s complaint follows the commissioning of several […]
President Museveni among 20 medalists to be honoured on Independence Day
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is among the 20 medalists set to be honoured during Uganda’s 64th Independence Day celebrations on October 9, 2026, at State House Entebbe. The development was confirmed by Hajjat Zamina Malole, Chancellor of the Presidential Awards Committee in the Office of the President. President Museveni will receive the Order of the […]
Uganda Rejects Kenya Poll Interference Claims, Warns Over South Sudan Businesses
By Evans Najuna KAMPALA — Uganda has rejected allegations that its nationals living along the Uganda-Kenya border are being registered to vote in Kenya’s 2027 General Election, insisting that it has neither a role in nor an intention to interfere with the electoral processes of its neighbour. The position was communicated on Wednesday, October 7, […]
MIKE SSEGAWA: Fuel Pumps and Dollar Boards: The Litre That Rearranged the Week
On Monday, the pump still looked ordinary. By Wednesday, it had rearranged the week. The attendant did not argue. He turned the nozzle, watched the figures climb, and told the boda rider that a full tank was no longer a casual conversation. Petrol at the major stations has climbed to between Shs 6,850 and Shs […]
Dax Vibez Says Cindy Concert Clash Was “Business” and Not Personal
. October 7, 2026 7 Views Dax Vibez has opened up about his relationship with Cindy following their much-talked-about concert clash in 2025, insisting that there is no bad blood between them. The two artists held their major concerts on the same night, August 29, 2025, with Cindy staging her “Royal Experience” at Millennium Park […]
TAX CRACKDOWN! Tayebwa Warns Bizmen Over Tax Evasion, Calls for Integrity
KAMPALA — Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has challenged Uganda’s business community to embrace tax compliance, transparency and ethical conduct, saying the country’s economic transformation requires a strong and responsible private sector. Tayebwa made the remarks on Wednesday, October 7th, while speaking at the inaugural National Prayer Breakfast Business Forum held at Parliament, bringing […]
President Museveni Meets Commonwealth Secretary General Shirley Botchwey
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today received the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Ms. Shirley Botchwey, who paid a courtesy call on him at State House Entebbe. President Museveni welcomed Ms. Botchwey to Uganda, describing her as “our daughter” and expressing his happiness at receiving her. The President said Africa should pursue greater unity and integration […]
Drake’s “Shabang” Becomes New WWE NXT Opening Theme
. October 7, 2026 3 Views Canadian rapper Drake is taking over the opening of WWE NXT, with his song “Shabang” becoming the wrestling brand’s new official theme. WWE introduced the change ahead of Tuesday’s October 6 episode, replacing the previous opening track, “Millions From Now” by Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz. The company has […]
DISPUTED LC1 RESULTS! EC Sets October Dates for Polls in Disputed Villages
The Electoral Commission has ordered repeat polling in dozens of villages where the outcome of the July 28 Local Council 1 (LC1) elections was challenged, opening a fresh electoral process at Uganda’s most grassroots level of governance. The repeat polls are scheduled to be conducted in batches beginning October 15 and October 19, 2026, as […]