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The head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema has tipped the youth on intentional fatherhood.

Intentional fatherhood is the proactive, conscious practice of raising children based on deliberate values and long-term goals rather than reactive, impulse-driven habits. It focuses on building deep, secure connections and structured environments to nurture a child’s specific character and emotional needs.

“Many children complain that their parents have abandoned their responsibilities,” she said.

Col. Nakalema made the remarks yesterday during an interactive session with the youth at the SHIPU offices in Kampala.

Col. Nakalema noted that she was lucky she grew up in the hands of caring parents despite their humble background.

“Our father was there in our lives. I experienced that physical presence and he prayed for us everyday so I know what father’s love means to a child,” she revealed.

“There’s a lot of outcry among the parents and children regarding the parenthood matter. Many children yearn for their parents’ [especially father’s] love. Reactive fatherhood is causing resentment between fathers and their children.”

Col. Nakalema noted that the physical presence of a father in the lives of his wife and children was key in keeping a family intact.

“Money is not everything in a family, what brings peace and contentment is the presence of a father in the family. I urge you, young men, to give security and protection to your children,” she said.

“Those saying that high class working ladies disrespect their husbands, it’s a lie. Despite having a higher rank in the army than him, I highly respect him because he has been in our lives. I truly respect him because I know he is the head of the family.”

Col. Nakalema further requested the youth to be change agents in their communities in ensuring intentional fatherhood/parenting.

Mr. Jacob Akuguzibwe alias DJ Jacob Omutuzze revealed that he became a street kid at a very young age of 8 years but thanked God that He transformed his life.

“I passed through a lot of challenges, even sexual exploitation while on the streets. Fortunately, while still on the street, I got a chance to meet the First Son and his sisters who gave me some money which I used to pay my school fees and left the street. Businessman Patrick Bitature also paid my school fees,” he said.

“Due to the disconnection between the children and parents, the young ones are facing a lot of challenges both physical and psychological. Such challenges have led to single motherhood among young girls, drug abuse, among others.”

DJ Jacob added that due to his background, he decided to start helping young single mothers by offering them emotional and material support.

“Leaders should help us remind parents of their responsibilities,” he said.

He also called upon the government to regulate social media content, explaining that some irresponsible content has also been part and parcel in steering moral decay and breaking of families in society.

Mr. Asla Musisi said what has destroyed families are some selfish parents who don’t care about the future of their children.

“Some parents separate without considering what will happen to their children. They only care about themselves. Down there , we have marriages not families,” he said.

“Weak policies have also destroyed families.”

Mr. Mudasilu Lubega, a journalist said many fathers no longer want to take care of their families, this has forced many children to fend for themselves, through immoral activities such as prostitution.

Ms. Patricia Nakayima said modernisation has played a big role in breaking families.

“People copy a lot from social media and in this current era, some women are so demanding and when a man fails to fulfil, a family can break up.”

Uganda National Students Association (UNSA) president, Ms. Shillah Ainembabazi proposed that intentional fatherhood/parenting topics should be discussed from the grassroots to ensure that the whole society is engaged.

“This will help us to equip families on what needs to be done in order to deal with challenges affecting our families,” she said.

“I was raised by a poor single mother after the death of my father and I also became a single mother at a very young age. The person who made me pregnant ran away because he was also young. Even right now when you tell him to come and see his child, he fears. So you can see that there’s that disconnection between him and his child.”

The meeting was also attended by the Executive Director of Uganda Manufacturers Association, Dr. Ezra Muhumuza and Rev. Dr. Ben Tumuheirwe.

 

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Socialite Zari Hassan has issued a strong warning to bloggers and TikTokers spreading false information about her relationship.

This comes after rumors circulated online alleging that she had broken up with her husband Shakib Lutaaya.

In a video making rounds on social media, Zari dismissed the claims, saying the viral screenshot suggesting a breakup was fake and likely generated using artificial intelligence.

“That screenshot was made up by critics. I don’t know about it and whoever made it had negative intentions. I suspect it was generated by Artificial Intelligence,” she said.

The outspoken socialite did not hold back, warning that she is ready to take legal action against anyone spreading false rumors about her.

“I need to remind you TikTokers and bloggers of our laws—you will be locked up. You are ruining my reputation, but it’s very easy to track you down. Next time you put up a false statement about me, be sure of what you are talking about. I will sue you and won’t be taking apologies,” she added.

Zari’s remarks signal a tougher stance against online misinformation, as public figures increasingly push back against fake news and AI-generated content targeting their personal lives.

Kampala – As the Uganda Law Society rushes to the Inspector General of Police crying “unlawful eviction,” one uncomfortable truth stares everyone in the face: senior advocate Fred Muwema and his firm owe more than Shs 1.4 billion in rent arrears, court-ordered damages and mesne profits. Instead of simply writing the cheque and moving on like any ordinary citizen would be forced to do, Muwema has spent years navigating legal corners, clutching at an “option to purchase” clause, filing appeals and now lecturing the public on 19th-century English case law.

The High Court Commercial Division did not mince words on February 20. Justice Patricia Mutesi ruled in Downtown Investments Ltd v M/s Muwema & Co. Advocates (HCCS No. 621 of 2023) that the 2014 lease had been lawfully terminated after repeated defaults. The firm was declared trespassers. Bailiffs, with police present, carried out the order on March 6 at Plot 50, Windsor Crescent Road, Kololo. Files were moved, furniture was loaded, the office was cleared. That is what happens when you refuse to pay rent for years.Yet hours after the locks were changed, Muwema published a lengthy opinion piece titled “Let me educate my former landlord on what the ‘option to purchase’ means.” In it, he claims that once he “exercised” the OTP, the landlord-tenant relationship magically vanished, rent obligations evaporated, and the landlord became a mere “vendor” who must now sell the property to him at the 2014 price. He drags up London & Southwestern Railway Company v Gomm (1881), a Ugandan case from Mubiru J, and foreign precedents as if centuries-old foreign rulings can erase a Shs 1.4 billion debt in 2026 Kampala.

This is classic corner-taking. Instead of paying the arrears like the court commanded, Muwema wants the landlord to accept that rent paid after the supposed OTP exercise should be “adjusted” against a purchase price that was never agreed upon. He wants specific performance of a contract the landlord has already walked away from. And while his clients’ files and court exhibits were being loaded onto trucks, he was busy drafting an appeal and a press statement.

The Uganda Law Society has now petitioned IGP Abbas Byakagaba, demanding to know which officer “assisted” the eviction and calling the operation “malicious.” ULS Vice President Anthony Asiimwe says the move risked client confidentiality and breached due process. But the real breach of due process began years ago when Muwema & Co. stopped paying rent and stayed put anyway. The court gave them every chance to defend themselves; they lost. Now they want the police blamed for enforcing a valid judgment.

On social media, Ugandans are not buying the sob story. “Pay your rent like the rest of us,” one widely shared comment read.

“You are a lawyer; you know better than to hide behind technicalities.” Another asked pointedly: “If every tenant starts claiming ‘option to purchase’ after defaulting, who will ever rent out property again?”

I have no quarrel with legitimate tenant rights. But when a senior member of the bar, whose firm earns millions from advising others to obey the law, refuses to obey the simplest obligation – pay what you owe – the profession’s credibility takes a hit. Muwema has every right to appeal. He does not have the right to treat a court judgment as optional while lecturing landlords on equity.The straight road is clear: pay the Shs 1.4 billion (or whatever the exact figure is after proper accounting), vacate peacefully if you must, and fight the case from outside the premises like every other litigant. Stop the corners. Stop the lectures. Stop expecting the justice system to bend because you wear a wig. The eyes of the public – and of every landlord in Kampala – are now on Muwema. Will he finally take the straight road, or will he keep driving down the legal backstreets? The answer will speak volumes about whether some lawyers believe the rules apply to everyone else but them.

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Ugandan superstar Eddy Kenzo has opened up about the inspiration behind the formation of the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF).

The federation, launched in May 2023, brought together top artists including Sheebah Karungi, Pallaso, Bebe Cool, and Jose Chameleone, with Kenzo serving as president.

Speaking about its formation, Kenzo revealed that his idea was shaped by experiences he had while traveling internationally.

“Through my travels, I learnt a lot of things. Whenever I faced challenges, the Federation of Musicians supported me, and that made me realise we could achieve the same in Uganda,” he explained.

According to Kenzo, the UNMF was created to unite musicians across different genres, promote professionalism, support royalty collection, and encourage collaborations within the industry.

Despite its ambitions, the federation has faced criticism from some industry players and sections of the opposition, with claims that its formation was politically motivated and aimed at weakening Bobi Wine.

However, Kenzo maintains that the federation’s primary goal is to uplift Ugandan musicians and create a structured system that benefits all creatives in the industry.

Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Michael T. Flynn yesterday paid a courtesy call on President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at State House, Entebbe.

Lt Gen. Flynn, former Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency and former U.S. National Security Advisor, is in the country at the invitation of the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba for discussions on leadership development and military affairs.

During the meeting, President Museveni and Lt. Gen. Flynn exchanged views on regional security and the importance of military-to-military relations between Uganda and the United States.

Lt Gen. Flynn expressed appreciation for the warm reception extended to him by the Ugandan authorities.

The meeting at State House was also attended by Gen. Muhoozi and Uganda’s Ambassador to the United States of America, H.E Robie Kakonge.

Lt Gen. Flynn’s meeting also follows a private discussion with the CDF and a dinner hosted in his honor at Serena Hotel, Kigo.

Additionally, Lt Gen. Flynn addressed senior UPDF officers at Speke Resort Munyonyo, emphasizing that leadership is grounded in character, courage, and strategic vision.

Gen. Muhoozi described Lt Gen.Flynn’s visit as the beginning of a consequential relationship.

 

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The Commissioner from the Directorate for Ethics and Integrity in the Office of the President, Mr. Nicholas Abola, has praised the Karamoja Anti-Corruption Coalition (KACC) for promoting Integrity Clubs at Nakapiripirit Seed Secondary School.

Mr. Abola made the remarks on 17th March 2026 during a monitoring visit of KACC activities at the school by Heads of Cooperation from the embassies of Denmark, Ireland, Sweden, and the Netherlands. The embassies, led by the Royal Danish Embassy, jointly support state and non-state actors in advancing accountability, civic engagement, and human rights to strengthen governance and improve service delivery, particularly in the Karamoja and West Nile sub-regions.

KACC has established 16 Youth Integrity Clubs across the Karamoja sub-region, including one at Nakapiripirit Seed Secondary School composed of 25 students. Amina Lowakori, Integrity Officer at KACC, noted that working closely with schools helps nurture values of transparency, responsibility, and civic engagement among learners.

Mir Lubega Bosco, the Headteacher of Nakapiripirit Seed Secondary School, emphasized that Integrity Clubs provide a practical platform for students to understand the negative effects of corruption and actively participate in promoting good governance practices within their communities.

Dr. Ayub Mukisa, Executive Director of the Karamoja Anti-Corruption Coalition (KACC), thanked Mr. Abola and the Directorate for Ethics and Integrity for their continued efforts in promoting integrity in Uganda. He further pledged that KACC, in partnership with ACCU, will expand the establishment of Integrity Clubs in schools across the Karamoja sub-region.

The Youth Integrity Clubs initiative forms part of broader efforts to strengthen governance systems in Karamoja, a region that continues to face challenges related to service delivery, accountability, and public resource management.

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Kampala – President Yoweri Museveni today hosted retired U.S. Lieutenant General Michael Flynn at State House Entebbe, in a high-level meeting focused on security cooperation and diplomatic relations.

The meeting was attended by Chief of Defence Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba and Uganda’s Ambassador to the United States, Robina Kakonge.

President Museveni revealed the engagement through his official X account, describing it as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen ties between Uganda and the United States. Shared images showed formal discussions and a joint photo session involving both delegations.

Flynn’s Uganda Engagements

Flynn’s visit follows an earlier engagement on March 14, where he was received by Gen. Muhoozi at the Special Forces Command headquarters in Entebbe. During that meeting, Flynn commended the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) for its professionalism and role in promoting regional stability.

The engagements culminated in a private dinner at Serena Hotel Kigo, where Gen. Muhoozi described the evolving relationship as “consequential and important.”

Background and Context

Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn previously served as National Security Advisor during the first administration of Donald Trump before resigning in 2017. He later faced legal scrutiny linked to the Russia investigation but was granted a presidential pardon in 2020. Flynn currently chairs a nonprofit focused on leadership development and military education.

He is in Uganda as a private citizen and not as an official representative of the U.S. government.

The visit comes in the early months of President Trump’s second term, a period during which Uganda has been seeking to deepen military-to-military cooperation with Washington—particularly in counter-terrorism, peacekeeping in Somalia, and security operations across the Great Lakes and Horn of Africa.

Uganda remains a key contributor to African Union peacekeeping missions, including operations in Somalia, positioning itself as a strategic security partner to the United States.

Why This Meeting Matters

Analysts say the meeting signals a continued reliance on security diplomacy as a central pillar of Uganda’s foreign policy. Backchannel engagements such as this can accelerate cooperation in areas like intelligence sharing, military training, and institutional development.

For Uganda, potential gains include enhanced UPDF capacity, expanded training opportunities, and possible adoption of U.S.-style military education frameworks. Gen. Muhoozi reportedly used the meeting to highlight Uganda’s military history and its role in regional peacekeeping.

From the U.S. perspective, Uganda remains a reliable ally in countering extremism and stabilizing fragile regions—aligning with a more transactional, security-focused foreign policy approach.

So What? Implications for Uganda

Supporters within the ruling establishment argue that such engagements reinforce Uganda’s international standing and could attract investment by projecting stability backed by strong security institutions.

However, critics caution that an increased focus on military ties may overshadow governance and accountability concerns. They point to ongoing domestic challenges—including rising public debt, tightening information controls, and political tensions following the 2026 elections—as areas that require equal attention.

Opposition voices have also highlighted the contrast between high-level international engagements and the situation surrounding Robert Kyagulanyi, whose political activities remain under scrutiny amid reported security pressures.

As of now, the government has not released detailed outcomes or agreements from the meeting, and there has been no immediate statement from the U.S. Embassy in Kampala regarding Flynn’s visit.

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