IGG calls for stronger action against gender-related corruption in health, education sectors
The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Aisha Naluzze Batala, has called for stronger institutional interventions to combat gender-related corruption, particularly in Uganda’s health and education sectors. She said corrupt practices in public service delivery disproportionately affect women, girls and other vulnerable groups, undermining their dignity, rights and access to essential services. The IGG […]
Winnie Byanyima lands another top international appointment
Winnie Byanyima, the outgoing Executive Director of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), has been appointed chairperson of the board of trustees of the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED). She will take up the new role in January 2027, a day after completing her tenure at UNAIDS on 31 December 2026. […]
Anne Kansiime Would Turn Down Big Money to Avoid Performing Comedy in Stadiums
. November 4, 2026 1 Views Anne Kansiime would rather pass on a lucrative comedy gig than stand before thousands of people she cannot properly see. The Ugandan comedian made the admission during a conversation on HATIIYA, where she explained why intimate comedy settings work better for her than massive stadium performances. Kansiime says making […]
“Selfish and Self-centered”: Prima Kardashi Opens Up About Falling Out With Artists
Prima Kardashi has described artists as “selfish and self-centered” people, and hence the reason she has fallen out with most of her former friends in the music industry. The Ugandan socialite’s friends list has continued to diminish in recent years as she cut off most of her popular friends, including Spice Diana, Lydia Jazmine, among […]
King Saha alleges Kapere was killed, pledges to complete comedian’s house – Sqoop
Singer King Saha has alleged that comedian Yokana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, was killed, casting doubt on the circumstances surrounding his death without providing evidence to support the claim. Speaking on Monday evening at the National Unity Platform (NUP) headquarters in Makerere-Kavule, where mourners had gathered to pay their last respects to the […]
Former Arua LCV chairperson, son remanded over abuse of office, theft
Former Arua District Local Government LCV Chairperson Alfred Okuonzi and his son, Stephen Pariyo, have been remanded to Luzira Prison over charges of abuse of office and theft involving a motorcycle belonging to the district. The two appeared before the Anti-Corruption Court, where Principal Magistrate Christopher Opit read the charges to them. They both denied […]
Why government is merging Uganda’s Electricity Generation, Transmission and Distribution Companies
The government is moving to merge Uganda’s three main electricity companies into a single entity as part of efforts to reduce administrative costs, eliminate duplication of responsibilities and improve efficiency in the electricity sector. The companies targeted for the merger are Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL), Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) and Uganda […]
Donald Trump Jokes He Could Move to Israel and Become Prime Minister
. November 3, 2026 2 Views Donald Trump appears to have another political career in mind if Americans ever decide they have had enough of him: becoming Israel’s prime minister. The US president floated the idea during a November 3 phone interview with Fox News, where he claimed to enjoy overwhelming popularity in Israel. Trump […]
Kakonge’s Vision, Mamdani’s Warning, Kumumanya’s Test: The Harsh Reality of Uganda’s Local Governance Mandate
Kakonge, Mamdani, and Kumumanya: Inside Uganda’s Decentralisation Journey Constitutional Law and Institutional OversightCapacity Building and Real-World Results By Brian Mugenyi Nearly four decades have passed since Uganda launched its ambitious decentralisation reform. Some of the early symbolic birds that sang the praises of local self-governance have fallen silent, yet the administrative journey of bringing services […]
Kojja Kagato Questions the Intelligence of Content Creators Who Rely on Vulgarity
. November 3, 2026 10 Views Kojja Kagato believes some artists turn to vulgarity because they lack the intelligence and content needed to entertain audiences without resorting to obscene language. The veteran Ugandan actor, director and playwright levelled the criticism at performers whose work he considers intellectually shallow, questioning whether some possess even basic knowledge […]