Is Norbert Mao Sabotaging the Democratic Party, and Can Its Members Save It? There are some of the questions of whether Norbert Mao, President General of Ugandas Democratic Party (DP), is on a mission to destroy the partyand whether its members are prepared to rescue ithas ignited fierce debate within Ugandas political sphere as of […] The post Is Norbert ...

In a surprising twist following the death of Kawempe North MP Muhammad Ssegirinya, his former personal assistant, Alex Luswa Luwemba, has accused Parliament of failing to honor a pledge to provide UGX 150 million in condolences to the late MPs family. Ssegirinya, a vibrant opposition figure, passed away on January 9, 2025, at Lubaga Hospital […] The post ...

When the word Karamoja is mentioned, ones mind immediately wanders to the people in north eastern Uganda who own livestock. In this article, I will define Karamoja money as the livestock of Karamoja. Livestock in Karamoja is seen as a fundamental necessity for families, as it provides milk, butter, skin for sleeping, bride price for […] The post Dr. Ayub ...

In a surprising twist following the death of Kawempe North MP Muhammad Ssegirinya, his former personal assistant, Alex Luswa Luwemba, has accused Parliament of failing to honor a pledge to provide UGX 150 million in condolences to the late MPs family. Ssegirinya, a vibrant opposition figure, passed away on January 9, 2025, at Lubaga Hospital […] The post ...

The recently announced US government aid cuts from the USAID purse will significantly negatively impact HIV/AIDS services in Uganda, particularly in the provision of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs and other essential services. The suspension of funding has led to a funding gap, which may compromise the quality of services and the achievement of our national ...

A daring Sunday midnight escape from the well-guarded CPS Jinja in the middle of Jinja City has left authorities stunned and residents reeling. Nearly a dozen suspects, described as “hardcore,” managed to break free, allegedly using deception to distract guards who were more focused on their WhatsApp and TikTok conversations After about 10 hours of ...

Haruna Sentongo, a successful Ugandan entrepreneur known for his real estate ventures and diverse business portfolio, offers valuable lessons for the countrys youth, who make up a large portion of the population and often dream of financial success. His journey from modest beginnings to a prominent businessman provides practical insights for young Ugandans ...

WATCHDOG UGANDA News Analysis: The Democratic Partys Decline Under Norbert Maos Leadership Once a cornerstone of Ugandas political landscape, the Democratic Party (DP) has seen its influence wane dramatically under the leadership of Norbert Mao. Since assuming the presidency of the countrys oldest political party in 2010, Mao has steered DP into a state of ...

On Saturday, 29th March, 2025, Uganda signed a historic oil refinery agreement with Alpha MBM Investments LLC, a UAE-based firm, paving the way for the construction of a 60,000-barrel-per-day crude oil refinery in Kabaale, Hoima District. The deal, witnessed by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, at State House, Entebbe marks a major milestone in Ugandas ...

What are Ham Kiggundus Chances Against Erias Lukwago in the Kampala Lord Mayor’s race? The simmering feud between Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and businessman Hamis “Ham” Kiggundu has taken a dramatic turn, with Lukwago throwing down the gauntlet, challenging Ham to contest the Lord Mayors seat in 2026. In a fiery outburst, Lukwago swore […] The ...

As part of its Community Support Initiative in Ramadan, Opportunity Bank extended its support by providing nutritious iftar meals at key locations, including the local mosque in Kamwokya, as well as Kawempe, Iganga, and Masaka. The Ramadan community Initiative is an annual program by the bank to reinforce its commitment to diversity, community engagement, ...

As the Muslim community in Kagoma North, Jinja district, and Busoga sub region as a whole celebrate the culmination of the holy month of Ramadan, Dhikusooka Gyaviira, a rising star in the regions politics, extends his warmest congratulations to the faithful. “to our Muslim brothers and sisters, I salute your resilience and devotion during the […] The ...

Women are critical to achieving economic growth and alleviating poverty, considering they dominate a vital sector of Ugandas economy agriculture. The latest census figures indicate that out of Ugandas total population of 45.9 million, 24.3 million are female, representing 53%. Despite this demographic advantage, findings from the 2024 population census ...

The Democratic Party (DP) in Uganda stands at a crossroads. Once a formidable force in the nations political landscape, the party has struggled in recent decades to maintain relevance amid internal divisions and a shifting electorate. As the DP seeks to rekindle its legacy and reclaim its influence, one name shines as a beacon of […] The post Reviving DP: ...

Blessed Riverstones Uganda Limited, a Kampala-based mineral trading company, has dismissed recent media reports labeling it as a gold scam business, citing a lack of understanding of the industry and the company’s commitment to transparency and legitimacy. Mr. Jailes Bahati Mumbere, the company’s representative, vehemently denied the allegations, ...

Floods in Kampala are the usual conversation every time we usher in a new rain season. This one began earlier this month, but it intensified after a heavy downpour on Wednesday, 26 March 2025, and by the close of business, Luke Owoyesigire, the Deputy Police Spokesperson for Kampala Metropolitan, had confirmed that 7 lives had […] The post JOSHUA MUZIRA: ...

Government has revised the loan request to buy out electricity distribution company, UMEME, from over US$190 million, to over US$118 million. This was contained in the Special Audit Report for the end of lease and assignment between UMEME Limited and Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) that was adopted during plenary sitting on Thursday, ...

Government has presented a Shs40.7 trillion budget for the 2025/26 financial year, outlining significant investments across key sectors to drive economic growth and development. This is contained in the Appropriation Bill, 2025 tabled for its first reading by the Minister of State for Finance (General Duties) Henry Musasizi during the House sitting on ...

KAMPALA– Uganda’s government unveiled an ambitious roadmap to grow its $53 billion economy tenfold by 2040, as Minister of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives Francis Mwebesa officiated the 2025 Trade Review Conference at Speke Resort Munyonyo on Wednesday and Thursday. Under the theme “Leveraging Trade: Towards Uganda’s 10-Fold Growth Strategy,” ...

KAMPALA– Uganda’s government unveiled an ambitious roadmap to grow its $53 billion economy tenfold by 2040, as Minister of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives Francis Mwebesa officiated the 2025 Trade Review Conference at Speke Resort Munyonyo on Wednesday and Thursday. Under the theme “Leveraging Trade: Towards Uganda’s 10-Fold Growth Strategy,” ...

The challenges faced by young football prospects Becoming a professional footballer is a dream for millions of young players worldwide, but the path to success is filled with challenges. What has no challenges at all is to set up an account at the 1xbet.ug website. Many people think about 3 aspects of top-level footballers, which […] The post The ...

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I know some readers will wonder, why Iam writing so much about the British East Africa colonial rule in Karamoja. However, the Karamoja problem, which some scholars refer to as the Karamoja Syndrome (Kagan et al., 2009), needs to be analysed in order for Karamoja to be developed. In this article, I demonstrate how Karamoja […] The post Dr. Ayub Mukisa: ...

The survival of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Africas agroecology sector remains precarious, with financial constraints, policy gaps, and limited market adaptability posing significant challenges. While these enterprises are crucial to advancing sustainable agricultural practices, they continue to struggle due to a lack of structured support ...

By Phillip R. Ongadia It is often said that true heroes walk among us unnoticed, their tireless efforts overlooked until history grants them due recognition. This tendency to disregard the contributions of exceptional individuals is perhaps part of human nature, for even Jesus Christ, despite his boundless compassion and selflessness, was not given the ...