Uganda’s Energy Transition: Experts Urge Media to Look Beyond Electricity Connections
KAMPALA | WATCHDOG — Uganda’s energy transition should be measured not merely by the number of power grid connections, but by how access to reliable energy transforms everyday lives, climate change and energy experts have cautioned.The call was made during a media capacity-building workshop organized by Uganda’s Little Hands Go Green (ULHGG) under the REPower […]
Uganda urged to look beyond electricity connections in measuring energy access
Uganda should measure its energy transition not only by the number of electricity connections made, but also by whether access to energy is improving people’s lives, energy and climate experts have said. The experts made the call during a media engagement at Makerere organised by Uganda’s Little Hands Go Green (ULHGG) under the REPower Uganda. […]
Hostel WiFi on borrowed time? UCC gives illegal hotspot operators seven days before nationwide takedown
The cheap WiFi hotspots that many students rely on in hostels and around campus could soon go dark, after the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) gave unlicensed operators seven days to take down their equipment before a nationwide crackdown begins. UCC Executive Director George William Nyombi Thembo announced the operation on Tuesday, October 13. Once the […]
The Difference Between Living Well and Looking Successful
. October 14, 2026 15 Views There is a difference between enjoying a good life and constantly trying to prove that you have one. The difference can be difficult to recognise because the two often look exactly the same from the outside. Both might involve buying a car, dressing well, travelling, attending exciting events or […]
Crysto Panda doesn’t rule out the possibility of dating Sheebah Karungi, gives reasons why
Musician and media personality Crysto Panda has refused to rule out the possibility of having a romantic relationship with his longtime friend and music idol Sheebah Karungi, saying it would depend on his relationship status at the time. Speaking to Galaxy TV, Panda was asked whether he would be open to having an affair with […]
Omukebete to honour late wife in National Theatre show – Sqoop
In July, when comedian real name David Katende booked the National Theatre for his October show, his wife, Esther Nannungi, gave him money to buy three VIP tickets. It was a simple gesture of support for a performance they expected to share. Esther, who had stood beside him through his career, would not live to […]
Eddie Oumo Enters FUBA Presidential Race With Vision to Develop Players and Expand Global Opportunities
Eddie Oumo has declared his intention to run for president of the Federation of Uganda Basketball Associations (FUBA), promising to focus on improving basketball infrastructure, developing young players, strengthening coaching standards and creating more international opportunities for Ugandan talent. Oumo, whose journey in Ugandan basketball began in 1998 with Skyjammers, says his decision to seek […]
INTERVIEW: I never planned to join politics, I only wanted to be famous—former Minister Evelyn Anite says politics brought her many enemies but also achievements beyond her expectations
Former State Minister for Finance in charge of Investment and Privatisation Evelyn Anite says she remains committed to President Yoweri Museveni despite being dropped from Cabinet, insisting that her admiration for him dates back to her childhood. In an interview on the YouTube programme Dialogue With Emukule, Anite said she developed an admiration for Museveni […]
Young Ugandan lawyer known for simplifying property law online dies
Lawyers, friends and followers are mourning Joan Asiigwire, a young Ugandan advocate who built an online following by breaking down land and property law in plain language. News of her death spread on Monday, October 13. The cause of her death has not been officially confirmed. ADVERTISEMENT Asiigwire shared her work under the name “Law […]
Kayemba Solo Confirms He Still Manages Rema Namakula, Explains Mesach Semakula Concert Appearances
. October 14, 2026 0 Views Kayemba Solo has shut down speculation that he is no longer managing singer Rema Namakula, confirming that he remains in the role while his brother helps him handle some responsibilities. Speaking on Uncut, the Ugandan politician and talent manager clarified that sharing duties with his brother does not mean […]