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Former Miss Tourism Uganda 2017 winner, Challa Elma Kapel, 27, has announced her candidacy for political office. She is set to aspire for the youth MP Northern Uganda region in the next general elections under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) ticket. She says that beauty pageantry instills a sense of competitiveness and servitude that also applies in the world of politics. For her, it was her pathway to political office. “The beauty contests of my youth instilled a competitive spirit in me. After serving my tenure, as Miss Tourism Uganda, I developed skills which are necessary for political achievement. I…
Renowned Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye is in alarming health conditions, having gone five days without food in what has been described as an inhumane and illegal detention. This revelation follows a visit by his wife Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS and Besigye’s close ally, who found him in a dire state inside a heavily secured prison cell. Byanyima, who detailed her visit in a statement, described the shocking conditions under which Besigye is being held. She recounted passing through six or seven locked doors before reaching his cell, located in a dark, narrow corridor reportedly reserved for…
The Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC, has expressed deep concern over the continued detention of Ugandan opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye, along with Haji Obeid Lutale and Eron Kiiza. In a statement released today, she called for their immediate release and emphasized the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law in Uganda. Uganda, a long-standing member of the Commonwealth, has committed to the Commonwealth Charter, which prioritizes democratic governance, human rights, and justice. However, the Secretary-General noted that the detention of Dr Besigye and his associates directly undermines a ruling by the Supreme Court…
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has condemned what it describes as the abduction of one of its key figures, Nyanzi Fred Ssentamu, by armed men in broad daylight. The incident occurred at Kubbiri Roundabout in Kampala, with reports indicating that Ssentamu was taken away in a drone (a colloquial term for unmarked security vehicles used in forced disappearances). The party’s president, Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, took to social media to announce the incident, decrying what he termed as an ongoing crackdown on opposition figures by the Ugandan government. “Our comrade and Head of Mobilization for NUP, Comrade…
It was a tense morning in Kampala as news spread that Dr. Kizza Besigye, the veteran opposition leader, had collapsed in Luzira Upper Prison. The revelation came through Bobi Wine, who, alongside his team, had attempted to visit Besigye but was denied access due to his frail condition. The gravity of the situation shook the opposition and their supporters, raising urgent questions about his wellbeing and the state’s continued repression of political dissent. Besigye, known for his resilience and unwavering stance against authoritarian rule, had been on a hunger strike to protest his illegal detention. He demanded his freedom, asserting…
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has announced the establishment of a new waste management facility in Buyala, Mpigi District, marking a major milestone in addressing the city’s waste crisis. The 230-hectare site, located approximately 23 kilometers from Kampala, will serve as a modern alternative to the now-closed Kiteezi disposal site. The contract for acquiring the land was officially signed on February 14, 2025, between KCCA and landowner Luwaga David Derrick. This development is set to revolutionize waste management in Kampala by introducing advanced treatment and recycling technologies to minimize environmental impact. KCCA Executive Director Sharifah Buzeki highlighted the importance of…
Ugandan basketball star and Gazelles captain Jane Asinde has taken another significant step in her professional career by signing with Spanish top-flight club Durán Maquinaria Ensino. The move marks a remarkable achievement for the talented forward, who has been a crucial figure in Uganda’s national women’s basketball team. Asinde’s signing with Ensino, a team that competes in the prestigious Spanish Liga Femenina Endesa, highlights her continued rise in the sport. The Spanish league is one of the most competitive women’s basketball leagues in Europe, featuring some of the best talents from around the world. Her transition to Spain signals not…
In a landmark ruling, the High Court of Uganda has sentenced prominent lawyer Isaac Kimezze Ssemakadde to two years in civil prison for contempt of court. The decision, delivered by Hon. Justice Musa Ssekaana, follows a series of social media posts in which Ssemakadde allegedly made derogatory remarks against the judge and the judiciary. The case, brought by Mugisha Hashim Mugisha, accused Ssemakadde of undermining the authority of the court through repeated online attacks. The judge ruled that Ssemakadde’s comments were “an affront to the impartiality of the judge and to the judiciary as an institution,” warning that such actions…
Kawempe North is set for a highly contested by-election on March 13, following the tragic passing of Member of Parliament (MP) Muhammad Ssegirinya on January 9. Among the latest entrants in the race is Ms. Twahirah Akandinda Ssegirinya, the 30-year-old widow of the late legislator, who has declared her candidacy as an independent. Akandinda announced her decision, expressing strong confidence in her ability to represent the people of Kawempe North. She cited her passion for key community issues, particularly improved healthcare, socio-economic transformation, and youth empowerment, as the driving force behind her political ambitions. “I am the perfect choice for…
On Friday, Dr. Kizza Besigye appeared in court, looking visibly frail and weak due to his ongoing hunger strike. The veteran opposition leader, struggled to stand for long periods and appeared physically exhausted. His legal team, led by Erias Lukwago, expressed deep concern over his deteriorating health, arguing that his continued detention under such conditions was inhumane and unjust. “What we are witnessing here is a clear violation of Dr. Besigye’s rights. He is being subjected to conditions that are slowly breaking his health, yet the authorities remain indifferent,” Mr. Lukwago said. The magistrate acknowledged the concerns raised by Besigye’s…