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Protests erupted in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), on Tuesday, with demonstrators targeting several embassies, including Uganda’s, amid anger over foreign involvement in the eastern conflict. The unrest stems from accusations that some neighboring countries, particularly Rwanda, are backing the M23 rebels who seized the eastern provincial capital of Goma on Monday, intensifying a three-decade conflict. Protesters allege complicity from nations such as Uganda, Kenya, and others in supporting or enabling the crisis. A Reuters reporter witnessed the Ugandan embassy being looted during the demonstrations. Protesters also attacked the embassies of France, the United States,…
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NGLRB) of Uganda has intensified its efforts to ensure a fair and transparent gaming sector by targeting illegal gambling operations across the country. In its latest enforcement action, the NGLRB enforcement team, in collaboration with the Uganda Police, conducted a surprise operation in parts of Western Uganda. Over 157 illegal gaming machines, including unlicensed slot machines and gaming fish tables, were confiscated during the raid. Among the notable incidents, Rajab Mukwaya, an unlawful operator in Masaka City, was detained for possessing illegal gaming equipment. According to the NGLRB, Mukwaya lacked the proper licensing…
The Uganda Police Force (UPF) has joined 13 other elite Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams from Eastern Africa in the highly anticipated 2025 Rwanda EAPCCO SWAT Challenge. This prestigious event, organized under the umbrella of the Eastern Africa Police Chiefs Cooperation Organization (EAPCCO), is taking place on the sidelines of the 26th EAPCCO Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Rwanda. The AGM runs from January 28 to 30, 2025, drawing key security leaders and experts from across the region. The EAPCCO SWAT Challenge is designed to foster regional collaboration, enhance tactical capabilities, and promote the exchange of best practices among…
Clashes between Rwandan and Congolese special forces have escalated in Goma, the provincial capital of North Kivu, creating a volatile and dangerous situation in the region. Rwandan Forces Cross the Border to Support M23 Rebels Reports indicate that battalions of Rwandan special forces crossed into the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Sunday night. Their objective was to seize strategic positions in Goma, including the vital Goma International Airport, in support of the M23 rebel group. The incursion caused significant disruption to the Congolese military. Over 120 regular Congolese soldiers fled across the border into Rubavu, Northern Rwanda, while others…
The stage is set for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Morocco, and Uganda’s national football team, the Cranes, is gearing up for a challenging group stage after the Final Draw was conducted in Rabat on Monday, January 27. Uganda has been drawn into Group C alongside African football heavyweights Nigeria and Tunisia, as well as East African neighbors Tanzania. The tournament, which runs from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, promises to be a thrilling showcase of the continent’s best talent. Uganda Faces Fierce Competition Group C is already being labeled the “Group of…
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has requested UGX138.4 billion to ensure security during the 2026 general elections, a proposal that has raised concerns among Members of Parliament (MPs). Critics are questioning both the substantial financial demand and the Army’s involvement in activities traditionally managed by the Uganda Police Force. During a January 23, 2025, meeting of Parliament’s Budget Committee and the Defence and Internal Affairs Committee, Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju criticized the allocation, suggesting it reflects inefficiencies and overlaps. “The Army is asking for UGX138 billion for elections, while Police wants over UGX300 billion for the same activities.…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni hosted key diplomatic meetings on Monday at State House Entebbe, engaging with British High Commissioner H.E. Lisa Chesney and U.S. Ambassador H.E. William W. Popp. The discussions focused on strengthening Uganda’s ties with both nations and advancing shared interests in trade, security, and development. These meetings occurred against the backdrop of a recent policy decision the U.S. President Donald Trump, which reinstated restrictions on foreign aid to several countries, including Uganda. This move has raised concerns among many African nations regarding the impact on critical programs funded by international assistance. President Museveni’s meeting with the British…
A tragic road accident early this morning claimed the life of an American tourist and left three others injured when a vehicle lost control and rolled off a sharp corner. The crash occurred at approximately 7:00 am in Kakureiju Village. The ill-fated vehicle, a Toyota Land Cruiser with registration number UAM 271U, was being driven by 33-year-old Alpha Dadaire, a resident of Wakiso District. It was reported that the vehicle failed to brake while navigating a steep slope and sharp corner, ultimately overturning multiple times before landing in Kyeshero Bridge. The accident claimed the life of 40-year-old Shuldman Harrison Evan,…
Uganda can only achieve a peaceful transition of power through comprehensive national dialogue, according to Gerald Siranda, Secretary General of the Democratic Party (DP). Speaking at the party headquarters on Balintuma Road in Kampala on Tuesday, Siranda emphasized that an inclusive consultative dialogue is the key to fostering unity and reconciliation within the nation. “The current political structure in Uganda, where a ‘winner-takes-all’ approach prevails, is no longer effective in bringing all stakeholders to the table,” Siranda stated. He further asserted that the Democratic Party is prepared to support any initiative aimed at promoting mediation, national unity, reconciliation, and dialogue.…
President Yoweri Museveni has called for an investigation into allegations that officials managing the Parish Development Model (PDM) in Mubende District have been illegally deducting portions of funds allocated to beneficiaries. The directive was issued during the 39th National Resistance Army/Movement (NRA/M) Liberation Day celebrations, held yesterday at Mubende National Teachers College. Accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni, the President arrived at the venue at 11:26 a.m. to a warm reception from the gathered crowd. In his address, the President paid tribute to the significant contributions made by the people of the Luwero…