In a move aimed at saving lives and boosting Uganda’s dwindling blood reserves, Housing Finance Bank has announced its fifth annual blood donation drive in partnership with Universal M. Enterprises Affordable Housing and Uganda Blood Transfusion Services.
The life-saving exercise will take place on Friday, 10 July 2026, at the bank’s Head Office in Kololo, starting at 8:00am.
The bank is calling upon customers, employees, partners and members of the general public to turn up in large numbers and donate blood to help save thousands of Ugandans whose lives depend on regular blood supplies.
According to the organisers, the campaign is intended to strengthen Uganda’s national blood stock, which is crucial for patients requiring emergency treatment, mothers experiencing complications during childbirth, accident victims, surgical patients, cancer sufferers and many others battling life-threatening conditions.
The blood collected during the exercise will be handled by the Uganda Blood Transfusion Services before being tested, processed and distributed to hospitals and health facilities across the country where it is urgently needed.
The annual initiative has become one of Housing Finance Bank’s flagship corporate social responsibility programmes, reflecting the bank’s commitment to giving back to communities beyond providing financial services.
By bringing together employees, customers, business partners and the public, the bank hopes to make this year’s drive one of its biggest yet, helping replenish blood stocks and ensuring hospitals have enough supplies to respond to emergencies.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday, 10 July 2026
Time: 8:00am
Venue: Housing Finance Bank Head Office, Kololo
Organisers have urged all eligible blood donors to spare a few minutes of their time, noting that a single unit of donated blood can help save multiple lives.
Ugandans are scheduled to elect their representatives for the offices of Local Council 1 and Local Council 2 on 28 July 2026 and 10 August 2026 respectively, according to the State Minister for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere.
While presenting a statement to Parliament on Wednesday, 07 July 2026, Nameere said that the term of office of the current office bearers, which has been extended a number of times, was further extended until newly elected leaders assume office after a formal handover, following the expiry of their term on 28 June 2026.
According to Regulation 11A of the Local Government Councils Regulation, the term of office for local councils can be extended for a period of up 180 days.
Nameere noted that the Electoral Commission is carrying out awareness campaigns through print, electronic and social media, but noted the need to strengthen and enhance the sensitisation.
“The Ministry [Local Government] is working closely with the Electoral Commission on an effective mobilisation strategy in the remaining days, to ensure voters turn up in big numbers to elect their leaders,” she said.
The Minister also clarified on persons eligible to participate in the local council elections, noting that only Ugandans who are 18 years at the time of registration and residing in the village of registration, will be permitted to vote.
“Such a resident requires a national ID or voter number or an application ID number.
According to Section 123(2) of the Local Governments Act Cap. 138, the election of Village or Cell Council chairperson and Parish or ward Council Chairperson shall be by the electorate lining behind the candidate nominated for the office, their representative, portrait or symbols,” Nameere added.
The Shadow Minister for Local Government, Hon. Patrick Okello appealed for proper facilitation of police officers who will be deployed to ensure security, law and order during the elections.
“In the last elections, police constables, were all over social media demanding for unpaid money. These are the very people who are going to man this very difficult LCI and LCII election and if they are not properly facilitated, it can demoralise them and we could experience a lot of gaps,” Okello said.
The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, tasked the Minister for Justice to make consultations on the electoral program and give an update to the House on Thursday, 09 July 2026, noting that it is the Ministry that supervises the Electoral Commission that executes the election.
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Media personality Zahara Totto has revealed that she no longer believes in marriage, saying her past experiences convinced her that partnerships are a better option.
Speaking during an appearance on Gossip Live, Zahara said she has chosen to avoid marriage after feeling she gained little from her previous unions apart from having children.
According to Zahara, she now prefers relationships built on partnership rather than legal or traditional marriage. She explained that being with someone as equal partners allows each person to maintain their independence while supporting one another, unlike her previous marriages, which she believes did not help her achieve personal growth.
I realized that partnerships are better. Being there with a man and you are partners is much better, but my problems are my problems. I didn’t achieve anything in marriage, so I decided to quit and leave.
Despite ruling out marriage for now, Zahara noted that she could reconsider if she met a man willing to provide what she described as a “queen life.”
She added that unless a suitor is prepared to fully commit and take care of her while putting a ring on her finger, she has no interest in returning to marriage, insisting that open partnerships make more sense to her at this stage of life.
Vinka says that the music industry has shifted a lot from the past and is now a female-dominated sphere, and she rules out the narrative that women have to work twice as hard as men to achieve big.
In an interview with Frank Ntambi, the Swangz Avenue artist noted that her 9-year music career has faced its fair share of challenges, but she does not give excuses and instead works very hard to achieve.
It doesn’t cross my mind that the industry is male-dominated. I’ve never let the female narrative drive my hard work; maybe it’s because I was raised mostly around boys. And if you critically look at it, actually, the industry is not male-dominated. It’s dominated by females, currently, unlike in the past.
Female artists are making moves, but I don’t think as a female I have to work twice as hard; I don’t buy the narrative. I work like any other person without such excuses
Police have arrested a man believed to be behind a series of violent robberies that have left residents of Kiwatule in Kampala living in fear.
The suspect, identified as Joel Nkwasibwe, had reportedly been on the police watch list over allegations that he was involved in repeatedly attacking and robbing people in the area, particularly during the early morning hours.
According to Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Racheal Kawala, the suspect was arrested at around 6:00am on Wednesday during an intelligence-led operation conducted by officers from Kira Road Police Station in Balintuma Zone, Kiwatule.
Kawala said the operation targeted a group of suspected criminals believed to have been terrorising residents through a string of robberies.
Preliminary investigations indicate that on 6 July 2026, Nkwasibwe allegedly attacked a boda boda rider by hitting him with a blunt object, believed to be a paving stone, before stealing his personal belongings.
The victim suffered serious injuries and was rushed to Mulago National Referral Hospital, where he received medical treatment.
Police said Nkwasibwe remains in custody as detectives continue with investigations. He is expected to be taken to court once inquiries are complete.
Kawala urged the public to remain alert and continue providing police with timely information that can help track down criminals and improve security in communities.
Rapper Feffe Bussi is head over toes over a potential collaboration with Juliana Kanyomozi after the legendary songstress noted that she would be open to meeting him and working together.
In a recent interview with Roger Otis, Juliana Kanyomozi revealed that she has never bumped into Feffe Bussi, but she is a fan of his music and opened the doors for a potential collaboration.
This, upon landing in Feffe Bussi‘s ears, has ignited the rapper’s urge to hit the studio with the legendary artist whom she defines as “responsible, powerful, and talented.”
Speaking to Galaxy FM, Feffe Bussi said that her powerful voice on a verse or chorus of a song, complemented by his voice and raps, would definitely produce a memorable project.
I have expressed my desire to work with Juliana Kanyomozi since I joined the industry, but nobody took me seriously. Now that she finally got the message, maybe we shall now work. I long to jump on a music project with her because she is responsible, powerful, and talented. It would be so amazing.
I loved how she talked about me. Truth is, we have never met for all the ten years I’ve been in the industry, but now it’s a possibility, and if she gave me a verse or chorus in a song, it would be a pleasure. Thank you for what you have done for this industry, you’re a very inspoirational woman to this industry.
At just 29 years old, Akampwera Aggrey has built a reputation as a resilient leader, a passionate sales and marketing professional, and a strong advocate for servant leadership. He currently serves as the Guild President of Uganda Management Institute (UMI), representing a diverse community of postgraduate students and professionals while serving on the Institute’s Governing Council, its highest decision-making body.
Aggrey’s journey began in Rweigaga, Kashozi, Sheema District, where he was born and raised by peasant parents. Growing up in a modest family taught him the values of hard work, discipline, perseverance, and faith principles that continue to shape his leadership philosophy today.
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He attended Rweigaga Primary School, where his leadership journey began through responsibilities such as serving as a timekeeper. He later joined Butsibo Secondary School, where he studied from Senior One to Senior Six between 2010 and 2015. During his Advanced Level studies, where he pursued Mathematics, Entrepreneurship, and Geography (MEG), he was elected Chairperson of the School Council, demonstrating leadership qualities that would continue throughout his life.
Life was not without challenges. Aggrey lost his father in 2009 while still in Primary Seven, leaving his family to navigate difficult financial circumstances. His education became possible through the sacrifice and support of his elder brothers, who ensured that he remained in school despite the hardships.
In 2016, he joined Kyambogo University to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, graduating with Second Class Honours. While at university, financial realities forced him to become resourceful at an early age. After quickly exhausting his monthly upkeep during his first days in Kampala, he received life-changing advice from his elder brother, who challenged him to become financially disciplined and independent. That moment became a turning point.
Determined to support himself, Aggrey took on part-time teaching opportunities while pursuing his degree. He taught Geography at Kansas Christian Secondary School in Buyikwe before later serving as a Computer teacher at Nakaseke SDA Secondary School. These experiences strengthened his work ethic and reinforced his belief that no honest job is too small for anyone determined to succeed.
Upon completing university in 2019, Aggrey joined SolarNow Uganda as a Client Service Officer. Although the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted operations and created uncertainty, it also became the beginning of another chapter.
He later joined Double Q Company Limited, the official distributor of Sinotruk trucks in Uganda, as a Sales Representative. It was here that he discovered his passion for sales, customer relationship management, and business development. His strong performance and leadership saw him rise through the ranks to become Business Development Manager and Sales Team Leader.
In 2025, he joined Tuwereza Agencies Ltd as Sales and Distribution Manager, where he currently leads sales and distribution of fast-moving consumer goods across Uganda. His professional career has consistently been driven by one belief: opportunities favour those who are prepared to pursue them with determination.
Believing that learning never stops, Aggrey enrolled for a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing Management at Uganda Management Institute. While pursuing the programme, he was first elected Class President before later being elected Guild President an achievement that reflected the confidence his colleagues had in his leadership and ability to serve.
Today, his role extends beyond representing students. As a member of the UMI Governing Council, he participates in discussions that shape the strategic direction of one of Uganda’s premier postgraduate institutions, interacting with distinguished leaders from government, academia, and the private sector.
Away from his professional responsibilities, Aggrey is a committed Christian and an active member of Phaneroo Ministries International, a ministry he credits for strengthening his faith, shaping his vision, and reinforcing his conviction that purpose, excellence, and service should define every aspect of life.
His favourite biblical encouragement comes from 2 Peter 1:3:
“His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness…”
To Aggrey, this scripture is a daily reminder that God has already provided the potential for success; our responsibility is to prepare ourselves, exercise faith, work diligently, and pursue purpose with courage.
Beyond leadership and sales, he has a growing interest in real estate investment and entrepreneurship. His long-term vision is to establish businesses that create employment opportunities for young people while contributing to Uganda’s economic transformation through sales excellence, marketing innovation, leadership development, and business support services.
From a rural village in Sheema District to leading Uganda Management Institute’s student community, Aggrey’s story is one of resilience, faith, lifelong learning, and an unwavering belief that background should never determine destiny.
His journey continues to inspire many young Ugandans to dream bigger, work harder, and embrace leadership as a platform for serving others rather than being served.
In the ever-evolving world of social media, only a handful of creators manage to remain relevant while consistently growing their audience. Among Uganda’s leading digital personalities is Brinah SlimBae, a content creator whose influence has steadily expanded beyond entertaining videos to becoming one of the country’s most recognizable female TikTok creators.
With over 3.4 million followers and more than 51 million likes on TikTok, Brinah has established herself as one of Uganda’s biggest social media personalities. Her ability to consistently engage millions of viewers places her among the country’s most-followed female creators.
A CONSISTENT DIGITAL PRESENCE
Unlike creators who experience short-lived viral success, Brinah SlimBae has maintained a consistent online presence through lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and entertaining content that resonates with audiences across Uganda and beyond.
Her videos regularly attract thousands—sometimes millions—of views, demonstrating not only a large following but also an active and engaged audience. Industry rankings continue to recognize her among Uganda’s top digital influencers because of her sustained reach and audience engagement.
BUILDING A PERSONAL BRAND
One of Brinah SlimBae’s greatest strengths is her ability to transform personal content into a recognizable brand.
Her social media pages showcase:
Fashion and beauty content.
Lifestyle updates.
Brand collaborations.
Promotional campaigns.
Entertaining short-form videos.
This combination has attracted businesses seeking authentic digital marketing through influencer partnerships, making her a valuable voice within Uganda’s growing creator economy.
RECOGNITION BY MEDIA
Brinah’s influence has not gone unnoticed by the media. She has been featured by several Ugandan entertainment and lifestyle publications, which have profiled her as one of the country’s notable digital personalities.
Media outlets have highlighted her journey as a content creator, fashion model, and influencer, while also recognizing her presence among Uganda’s TikTok stars with audiences exceeding one million followers.
INFLUENCING YOUTH CULTURE
TikTok has become one of Uganda’s most influential digital platforms, particularly among young audiences.
Brinah SlimBae has contributed to this growth by producing relatable content that blends entertainment with lifestyle trends. Her videos frequently inspire conversations, fashion choices, and viral challenges, allowing her influence to extend beyond social media into everyday youth culture.
Her consistency has enabled her to remain relevant despite the increasingly competitive nature of Uganda’s digital creator space.
A TRUSTED PARTNER FOR BRANDS
As companies increasingly invest in influencer marketing, creators with genuine engagement have become highly sought after.
Brinah’s audience reach, visibility, and consistent activity have made her an attractive partner for businesses looking to connect with young consumers through authentic digital campaigns.
Her ability to combine entertainment with marketing demonstrates the growing role influencers now play in Uganda’s advertising landscape.
REPRESENTING THE FUTURE OF DIGITAL CREATORS
The success of Brinah SlimBae reflects the broader transformation taking place in Uganda’s digital economy.
Today’s creators are no longer simply posting videos for entertainment—they are building careers, creating employment opportunities, partnering with brands, and shaping online conversations.
Brinah stands as an example of how consistency, creativity, and audience engagement can turn social media into a sustainable profession.
CONCLUSION
Brinah SlimBae’s rise to prominence is the result of years of consistent content creation, audience engagement, and strategic personal branding. With millions of followers, widespread media recognition, and an expanding influence across Uganda’s digital entertainment industry, she continues to rank among the country’s leading female TikTok creators.
As Uganda’s creator economy continues to grow, Brinah SlimBae remains one of the personalities helping define the future of digital influence in the region.
Police in Bweyogerere are investigating the death of an 18-year-old male student at Naalya S.S. Bweyogerere Campus in Kira Municipality, Wakiso District, after he was found dead inside the school on the evening of 8th July 2026.
ASP Luke Owoyesigyire, the Deputy Public Relations Officer for Kampala Metropolitan Police, confirmed that “the Police at Bweyogerere are investigating the circumstances surrounding” the student’s death.
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School authorities alerted police after discovering the student’s body, and officers responded to document the scene and record witness statements. The body was later moved to Mulago City Mortuary, where a postmortem is expected to establish the exact cause of death.
Investigators say they recovered a handwritten note believed to have been written by the student, and that inquiries into the circumstances of his death remain ongoing.
Police have not yet released further details, and no official cause of death has been confirmed pending the postmortem results and completion of investigations.
CampusBee extends condolences to the student’s family, friends, and the entire Naalya S.S. Bweyogerere community during this difficult time.
Singer Winnie Nwagi has weighed in on the growing trend of women rejecting marriage proposals in public, saying such moments should be handled with more kindness and respect.
The musician believes that while every woman has the right to decline a proposal, embarrassing a man in front of a crowd is unnecessary, especially if he has gone to great lengths to organise the surprise.
According to Nwagi, a woman who is not interested in marrying her partner should avoid rejecting him publicly. Instead, she says, she can accept the proposal in the moment and later have an honest, private conversation about her true feelings.
“If you don’t want the guy, at least you can pretend and say yes, then explain everything to him after you’ve left the place. That kind of embarrassment is not really nice. It’s so mean,” she said.
Nwagi added that she would never publicly shame someone who had made such an effort to express their love.
“Personally, I wouldn’t do that to someone who has put in such effort. I’d stay calm in the moment, then we’d sort ourselves out afterwards in the most polite way possible,” she explained.
The singer also warned that the viral videos of rejected public proposals could discourage other men from making the same romantic gesture.
She believes men with low self-confidence may now fear proposing in public because they worry about becoming the next viral embarrassment.
“A guy out there with low self-esteem would never do it, even if he truly loves his woman. Not after all these videos going around. You’re going to make these men hate proposals,” Nwagi said.
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