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By the time the first dancer stepped onto the stage, the tone for the night had already been set. At Capital Lounge, crowds had gathered as early as 5pm, filling the venue ahead of the Tusker Lite Neon Raves. Around the space, dance crews stretched, rehearsed and fine-tuned their routines. Some came with props, others with carefully curated costumes and …

× The legal troubles surrounding a contested apartment project in Bugolobi have intensified after the High Court dismissed an application seeking to halt criminal proceedings linked to the development, even as an earlier court order had already stopped further construction on the property. In a ruling delivered on April 14, 2026, Justice Alex Mackay Ajiji dismissed a criminal revision application …

× ]]]]>]]> A massive crowd turned up at Kololo Independence Grounds on Sunday as thousands participated in the 52nd birthday run of Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, underscoring the growing scale and influence of the annual event.The run, held under the theme “Run for Charity, Run for Hope,” brought together a wide range of participants, including political figures, security personnel, youth leaders, and ordinary …

Ms Meera being sworn in by University Council Vice Chairman Mr.Jay Sakaria KAMPALA – Victoria University has officially welcomed Ms. Meera Ruparelia as the new Representative of the Directors to the University Council, following her swearing-in on 16th April 2026. × The appointment comes in the wake of the tragic passing of her father, the late Rajiv Ruparelia, a visionary Director …

KAMPALA – Government has temporarily suspended nationwide trade order operations pending further consultations, following sustained outcry from traders over demolitions of kiosks and makeshift structures in urban centres. The halt was communicated to Parliament on April 23, 2026, by the Minister of State for Industry, weeks after the Federation of Small and Medium Enterprises (FSME) petitioned government over the conduct …

KOLOLO – Tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia has through his Ruparelia Foundation injected UGX 100 million into Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s “Run for Hope”, joining a growing list of Kampala’s corporate and political elite backing the charity event set for Kololo Independence Grounds on April 26, 2026. The contribution, confirmed by organisers at the Patriotic League of Uganda offices, was made through the …

× Kampala-Business magnate Sudhir Ruparelia on Sunday morning joined hundreds of Ugandans at Kololo Independence Grounds to participate in the 52nd birthday run of Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba. Held under the theme “Run For Hope,” the marathon drew a diverse mix of participants, including political leaders, security figures, legislators, and members of the business community, all converging …

Last week, the internet in Uganda went gaga with a photo of a woman raising her hand, while another holding a toddler who was busy breastfeeding. The woman was in distress as her kiosk was being loaded on a truck with Kenyan motor registration license plates. People said it was photo of the year. To be honest, it is a …

I was busy feeling particularly sorry for myself last weekend – on the verge of throwing a real pity party – when the news started filtering in, and I realized what was truly important. Life. I read about the fatal shooting of journalist Joe Nam, and as my shocked brain was still digesting that, the news of the demise of …

SOROTI, Uganda — Efforts to eliminate malaria in Uganda received a significant lift through a new partnership between Pilgrim Africa and Children’s Voices Against Malaria aimed at increasing the use of indoor residual spraying in high-burden areas. The initiative employs a school sponsorship model designed to strengthen community sensitization and overcome persistent resistance to spraying, particularly in the endemic Teso …