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MTN Uganda is set to host an engaging and thought-provoking X-Space discussion on its official handle ahead of International Women’s Day 2025. The event, titled “Accelerate Action – The Leadership Dilemma: Gender, Merit & Accountability,” will bring together industry leaders to explore the complexities of gender diversity, meritocracy, and accountability in leadership. This conversation aims to ignite meaningful discussions on whether gender diversity is truly a business enabler or merely a corporate checkbox, and how leadership opportunities can be distributed fairly. This discussion is designed for business leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and advocates who are passionate about fostering inclusive leadership.…

The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among has asked the Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Hon. Peace Mutuuzo to popularise the Succession (Amendment) Act 2022, saying it has the potential to solve the plight of women during distribution of property. Among said the Succession Act passed two years ago has already registered demonstrable results, but was concerned that only a few are aware of its provisions. “The Succession [Amendment Act 2022] recognises that not every woman is married, but one may find that she has children with a man who is married to someone else. The Act says children…

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) passed out 186 warfare trainees and three commanders who completed training from the Mountain Division Warfare Training School in Karugutu, Ntoroko District. Presiding over the ceremony, Colonel Paul Muwonge, the Mountain Division Deputy Commander, congratulated the soldiers on completing their rigorous 16-week training, emphasising the significance of their newly acquired skills in the fight against terrorism. “The skills you have acquired will be crucial in combating terrorism,” said Col Muwonge. He urged the soldiers to safeguard their health by avoiding HIV/AIDS so they could serve their country effectively. During the function, Col Muwonge reassured…

MTN Uganda, through its MTN Foundation, continues to drive digital transformation in education with the donation of a fully equipped computer lab to Revival Girls High School. This initiative, part of MTN’s Digital Access Program worth Shs 1 billion investment, aligns with Uganda’s Vision 2040, the country’s Digital Transformation Roadmap, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities). The newly established computer lab will benefit more than 195 students, providing them with access to 10 desktop computers, power back up system for 24 hours,…

Ugandan musician Bebe Cool has threatened to take legal action against comedian and Comedy Store boss Alex Muhangi over alleged copyright and neighboring rights infringement. Through his legal team, R.S.K Associates, Bebe Cool issued a formal letter to Muhangi accusing him of unlawfully distributing and broadcasting his performances on various platforms, including NTV Uganda and YouTube, without permission or payment. The letter outlines several demands, including the immediate removal of all infringing content from Muhangi’s platforms and a halt to any further broadcasts of Bebe Cool’s performances for commercial gain. Bebe Cool is seeking over Ugx 579 million in damages…

A chaotic scene unfolded in Kawempe, Uganda, yesterday as opposition party members Mukiibi Sadat and Ssebunya Sharif were officially nominated for the Kawempe North parliamentary by-election and Kazo-Angola ward councilor position, respectively. The nomination process, conducted by Kampala District Returning Officer Henry Makabayi, was marred by violence and brutality from joint security forces. Supporters of Mukiibi Sadat were intercepted and attacked by security operatives en route to the nomination venue. Multiple reports of violence and intimidation surfaced, with regime security forces deploying drones to target and arrest opposition leaders, supporters, and journalists documenting the scene. Several opposition leaders, including Councilor…

Col. (Rtd) Dr. Kizza Besigye, the opposition leader charged with treason, has formally applied for bail before the International Crimes Division of the High Court. Besigye, citing his advanced age and the harsh conditions of his detention at Luzira Prison, emphasized that his well-being has worsened since his remand following his arrest in November 2024. In his bail application, Besigye listed several grounds, including his permanent place of abode, his willingness to comply with all reasonable conditions set for his admittance to bail, and his commitment to respecting all terms that the court may deem necessary while granting him bail.…

Okere City in Otuke District, North Eastern Uganda, is home to several hundred young girls and boys who face a major challenge that hinders their educational aspirations. Ageno Rwot Flavia, a 13-year-old primary six pupil at Okere Community School, has ambitions to become a pilot, but studying is difficult when you are reliant on smoky kerosene lamps commonly known as tadooba for lighting. “Okere City is off the grid. We do not have electricity at home, and we use tadooba, which produce a lot of smoke, which makes my eyes pain. I fear telling my father that I’m uncomfortable with…

The Institution of Surveyors of Uganda (ISU) held its inaugural sports gala over the weekend at the Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium, attracting 16 professional associations under the theme “Stop Violence Against Surveyors.” The event, sponsored by Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited, aimed to foster camaraderie and raise awareness about the challenges faced by surveyors in the field. Rev. Canon Dr. Duncans Mugumya, the Commissioner for Sports and Physical Education, represented the State Minister of Sports, Hon. Peter Ogwang, and emphasized the importance of engaging in sports for health and well-being. “This initiative aligns with the Ministry’s holistic approach to learning, advocating…

The Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court has issued a warrant of arrest against Uganda Law Society President Isaac Ssemakadde. This comes after Ssemakadde failed to appear in court to answer charges of indecently insulting Director of Public Prosecutions, Justice Jane Frances Abodo. Despite being summoned twice, Ssemakadde’s lawyers cited his illness and a pending High Court ruling as reasons for his absence. However, Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi ruled that an application for a stay of proceedings does not operate as an order of stay, and therefore, Ssemakadde’s absence was unjustified. The court had previously given Ssemakadde the benefit of doubt…