NAME BATTLE! PLUM Courts Gen Muhoozi As Promoter Insists “We Are Different From PLU”
A fresh name battle has erupted between the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) and the proposed Patriotic League of Uganda Movement (PLUM), with the latter’s promoter welcoming Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba to join the party and carry its flag in the 2031 presidential race. Cankara Moses Mwaka, the chief promoter of PLUM, insists his proposed political […]
Businessman Tejas Patel Granted Bail in Shs100M Bond Human Trafficking Case
KAMPALA — Businessman and insurance broker Tejas Patel has been released on bail by the Makindye Magistrate’s Court in a high-profile case involving 15 counts of alleged aggravated human trafficking. The court granted Patel a cash bail of Shs7 million, while his sureties were each bonded at a non-cash amount of Shs100 million. As part […]
Pastor Bugingo’s father dies aged 108
Mzee Aloyzi Bujjingo, the father of House of Prayer Ministries International (HPMI) lead pastor Aloysius Bugingo, has died aged 108. Mzee Bujjingo died on Thursday, 15 October 2026. His son, Pastor Bugingo, is the founder and lead pastor of House of Prayer Ministries International, based in Kampala. He is also known for his media ministry […]
Zambaali Mukasa explains why he still emcees at events despite being an MP
Nansana Municipality MP Zambaali Bulaasio Mukasa has explained why he continues to attend public events and concerts, sometimes taking on emcee duties, despite his elevated status as a Member of Parliament. The lawmaker says being an emcee and serving as an MP are not so different, arguing that both roles revolve around serving the people […]
Malaika Gashumba defends Frank, questions Kayanja’s generational curses
Frank Gashumba’s wife, Malaika Mutoni Gashumba, has defended her husband amid his ongoing dispute with Pastor Robert Kayanja, questioning why innocent children and future generations should be dragged into the controversy. Malaika’s response follows remarks by Jessica Kayanja, the pastor’s wife, who questioned why innocent children and future generations should be involved in the disagreement. […]
JUST 3 WEEKS AFTER COMMISSIONING! Soroti University Shuts Shs1.2BN Gate Over Cracks
Soroti University has suspended the use of its newly commissioned Shs1.2 billion main gate after sections of its granite cladding reportedly detached and fell, posing a safety risk to pedestrians and motorists. The gate, constructed by the National Housing and Construction Company (NHCC) with government funding, was handed over to the university about three weeks ago. […]
Local Government PS Ben Kumumanya Urges LC1 Leaders to Guard PDM Funds and Revive Village Governance
By Brian Mugenyi [email protected] Monitoring the Parish Development ModelCall for Stronger Mobilisation WAKISO — The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya, has called on local council leaders to strengthen grassroots leadership, emphasizing that their role in monitoring government programmes, mobilising communities, and fighting corruption is critical to Uganda’s decentralisation efforts. Speaking […]
Calabash Speke Apartments to host Pilates fundraiser for breast cancer awareness
Calabash Speke Apartments will host a Pilates session on 24 October 2026 to raise funds and awareness for people affected by breast cancer. The event, organised as part of Pink October activities, will bring participants together for a morning of exercise, awareness and giving, with all money raised going to the Uganda Cancer Society. The […]
Mayorkun Warns Upcoming Artistes Against Copying Wizkid
. October 16, 2026 9 Views Finding an audience takes time, and Mayorkun believes emerging musicians should focus on making themselves known before adopting the kind of private public image associated with established stars. The Nigerian singer has cautioned newcomers against copying Wizkid’s approach too early in their careers, warning that a lack of visibility […]
Ceaserous hails social media for making martketing easy
Singer and songwriter Ceaserous has praised social media for transforming Uganda’s entertainment industry by making music marketing easier and giving upcoming artistes a chance to break into the mainstream without spending heavily on promotion. According to the singer, social media has created opportunities for talented individuals who previously struggled to reach audiences because they lacked […]