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Kampala– Women leaders from across Uganda’s political spectrum have been challenged to boldly contest for elective positions traditionally dominated by men, as the country seeks to deepen women’s participation in leadership and governance. The call was made by Rt.Hon.  Rose Namayanja Nsereko, the Deputy Secretary General of ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), while addressing delegates at the Women’s Convention 2026 …

Kampala — Alliance Française Kampala (AFK), in partnership with several stakeholders, has announced and awarded winners in different categories of the fourth edition of the Njogera Francais 2026 competitions. The event attracted a total of 888 participants from various schools and institutions of learning across Uganda. Some of the best students with their prizes Top-performing students and pupils were rewarded …

Arusha, Tanzania – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today assumed the Chairmanship of the East African Community (EAC) Summit, taking over from the outgoing Chairperson, President William Ruto of the Republic of Kenya, at the conclusion of the EAC Heads of State Summit held at the Arusha International Conference Centre. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni receiving instruments from President William Ruto …

By Lawrence Mubiru  Pepsi University Football League action on Friday produced a spirited performance from Mountains of the Moon University, who held reigning champions Uganda Martyrs University to a hard-fought 1–1 draw at Nkozi on March 6, 2026. The Fort Portal–based side started the match brightly, showing confidence and attacking intent against the defending champions. Their early dominance paid off …

Aaron Kaviiri A.Ateenyi The recent evacuation of 43 Ugandan students from Iran by the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) stands as a remarkable demonstration of Uganda’s commitment to the safety and welfare of its citizens living abroad. Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, the students—who were studying at various institutions in Iran—found themselves in a potentially dangerous situation. In …

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The Minister for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba, has raised concern over persistent challenges surrounding land registration in Uganda, urging churches and other institutions to prioritise surveying and formal registration of their properties to prevent disputes and encroachment. Speaking during Uganda’s national observance of the Women’s World Day of Prayer at St. Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral, Nabakooba said many …

Kampala- Retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Asan Kasingye, has stepped aside from his role as spokesperson of SC Villa following a disagreement over the nomination fee for the club’s presidential position. Asan Kasingye (Courtesy photo) Kasingye announced his decision after the club secretariat clarified that any individual seeking to contest for the presidency must pay a nomination fee of …

Gafcon chooses leadership council instead of a male rival to female Archbishop of Canterbury The homophobic faction of the 95-million-member Anglican Communion that broke away in 2008 over acceptance of same-sex marriage and LGBTQ clergy has dropped a plan to elect a male alternative in opposition to Sarah Mullally, whose installation as the first female  Archbishop of Canterbury is scheduled for …