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Uganda’s ‘tweeting general’ Quits X Again

UGANDA’S outspoken army general Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of President Yoweri Museveni, has deactivated his X (formerly Twitter) account, marking yet another social media exit following a string of controversial posts. His announcement comes just days after sparking national outrage with…

Uganda Military Chief Threatens Opposition Leader’s Life

MUHOOZI Kainerugaba, Uganda’s military head and the son of long-serving President Yoweri Museveni, has caused a political uproar with a disturbing threat against opposition leader Bobi Wine. Kainerugaba, who is seen as the heir to his father’s regime, posted on social media…

Uganda Powers Industrial Growth With Chinese Investment

UGANDA has marked a significant milestone in its industrial development by commissioning eight Chinese-invested factories, an initiative projected to create thousands of jobs and propel the nation’s economic growth. The announcement, made on Monday by David Bahati, Minister of State…

Uganda Landslide Toll Hits 19, Over 100 Still Missing

THE death toll from devastating landslides in eastern Uganda has risen to 19, with more than 100 people still unaccounted for, according to police reports on Friday. Torrential rains triggered the landslides, which swept through villages in Bulambuli district, leaving…

Wife of Ugandan Opposition Leader: He Won’t Get Justice

THE wife of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, Winnie Byanyima, has expressed concerns about the fairness of her husband’s trial, following his recent detention in neighbouring Kenya. Besigye, who was taken from Nairobi on November 16 while attending a book launch, faces…

Ugandan Opposition Convicted of Treachery in Military Court

A UGANDAN military tribunal has convicted 16 members of the opposition party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), on charges of ‘illegal possession of explosive devices and treachery.’ The court’s ruling has raised serious concerns, with defence lawyers suggesting the proceedings were deeply…

Uganda Plans New Internet Cable Route Through Tanzania

  UGANDA is developing a new internet cable route via Tanzania as part of the Northern Corridor Integration Projects (NCIP). The initiative aims to reduce the country’s reliance on Kenya, currently the sole route for Uganda’s internet traffic. Improving internet…