Fredrick Egonda-Ntende: The chief justice Uganda never had
Judges, senior lawyers, and prosecutors on Thursday described retiring Court of Appeal justice Fredrick Egonda-Ntende as “the chief justice Uganda never had,” in recognition of…
Uganda Law Society raises constitutional concerns over new chief justice appointment
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has raised concerns over the appointment of justice Moses Kazibwe Kawumi as deputy chief justice and Agnes Alum as chief registrar of the judiciary. In a statement issued by ULS vice president Anthony Asiimwe, the lawyers’ body said the appointments were made while constitutional challenges regarding the legality of the…
Business
Hundreds join dfcu’s ‘Hope in Motion’ walk for sickle cell awareness
Healthcare workers, corporate leaders, caregivers, government officials and sickle cell warriors joined the staff of dfcu bank last weekend for the “Hope in Motion” walk aimed at raising awareness about sickle cell disease (SCD). The walk, organised in partnership with Mulago national referral hospital and Mengo hospital, sought to promote screening, encourage blood donation and…
Jamie Magezi could have perfect solution to Uganda’s bad roads
“From a young age, I would find myself looking at buildings, roads and noticing the difference. I always thought I…
Uganda pushes for regional gaming standards as illegal operators thrive
Uganda has called for the establishment of a regional framework to harmonise gaming standards across East Africa as regulators contend…
Equity leaders program challenges youth on integrity and purpose
The 100 young leaders participating in the Equity Leaders Program taking place at Africa Bible University Lubowa were challenged to…
Education
Mubende school wins $50,000 global education prize, aims for $500,000
Suubi Community Schools in Mubende district has won the Global Schools Prize 2026 for Inclusive Education, earning a $50,000 (about…
Kasubi Family school gets Shs 2bn uplift
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), in partnership with Roofings Group, has launched a Shs 2 billion project to redevelop Kasubi…
Equity Bank commissions 100 new scholars
Equity Bank Uganda has commissioned 100 scholars into the fifth cohort of its flagship Equity Leaders Program (ELP), while simultaneously…
TECHNOLOGY
The growth of global online gambling and its impact on digital economies
Accelerated economic growth The biggest impact of online gambling is the accelerated digital economic growth. Whether it’s through sports betting, traditional online casino games, or live casino games – which are experiencing a huge upsurge in popularity – the online gambling industry contributes billions of dollars in revenue to digital economies each year. The gambling…
Can One Tech Hub rewrite Uganda’s youth employment story?
Uganda’s youth unemployment crisis is no longer just a statistic—it is a daily reality for millions. The 2024 census lays it bare: 16.1 per cent of young people are out of work, more than 10 million are neither employed nor in training, and another 700,000 enter the job market each year. Yet inside the National…
Uganda to maintain Facebook ban — ICT minister
The government will maintain the suspension of Facebook in Uganda, minister of state for ICT and National Guidance, Godfrey Kabbyanga Baluku, has said. Facebook, owned by Meta, was blocked in January 2021 after the platform removed hundreds of accounts it described as fake and linked to the ministry of ICT and pro-government influencers ahead of…
Lifestyle
Jamaican dancehall queen Spice reinvigorates Uganda tourism
A landmark moment for Uganda’s tourism sector unfolded when Jamaican dancehall superstar Spice touched down in Entebbe, breaking away from the familiar “fly-in, perform, fly-out” routine that defines many international celebrity visits. Her trip evolved into a high-profile cultural pilgrimage that projected the Pearl of Africa to millions of her global followers and, in the…
Pay attention to what your child does online
The internet is as dangerous as it is wonderful. Social media exposes your children to concepts and ideas they would never encounter within their day-to-day lives. During my school days, most children gave the same set of answers to every adult who asked what careers they wanted to pursue as adults: doctor, lawyer, engineer, and…
The Devil Wears Prada returns in sequel
The Devil Wears Prada (2006) was a surprise hit, making $326 million on a $35 million budget. Based on a 2003 novel of the same name (written by Lauren Weisberger), it followed Anne Hathaway’s Andy, an aspiring journalist, who stumbles into the fashion arena. She is forced to tolerate the industry’s shallow sensibilities and her…
Sports
Bogere eyes UCL history
James Bogere is rapidly emerging as one of Uganda’s brightest football prospects after helping AGF Aarhus win the Danish Superliga title and qualify for the UEFA Champions League qualifying rounds. The 18-year-old forward joined AGF in February 2026 from El Cambio Academy. Before moving to Denmark, Bogere had already built a reputation on the international…
Other News
Moses Kazibwe appointed deputy chief justice
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Moses Kawumi Kazibwe as the new deputy chief justice, filling a position that became…
Teen girl found hanged after mother’s beating
A 15-year-old girl, Mary Imongot, was found hanging from a mango tree in Kakori village, Kabarwa sub-county in Bukedea district,…
Paripulse App in Morocco Review: A Complete Look at Features, Performance, and Mobile Betting Experience
Description: Discover how the Paripulse app operates in Morocco, covering casino games, sports betting, interface design, downloading and installing on…