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Evictions of traders Let’s ponder about this predicament with utmost meticulosity. × The mass evictions of street vendors, roadside traders, and boda boda riders across Uganda—particularly in Kampala and major municipalities—provide a stark, real-world case study for Robert Merton’s Strain Theory. ​When the state removes the “informal” means of survival without providing accessible, legitimate alternatives, it creates a societal pressure …

  × The rich do what they can and the weak suffer what they must; An elderly lady’s quest for justice against Hon. Baryayanga Andrew(AJA)  who killed her husband in a road accident On the 24th May, 2016 tragedy struck the home of the late Amuri Muhamadi when a vehicle driven by Hon. Baryayanga Andrew Aja crushed into the homestead of …

By Alexander Luyima | The Hoima Post The Lubowa International Specialized Hospital project was initially presented as a transformative initiative for Uganda’s healthcare system. It was envisioned as a modern facility designed to reduce international medical referrals, generate long-term public savings, and establish Uganda as a regional leader in advanced medical treatment. However, over time, the discourse surrounding the project …

Ugandans in the diaspora are raising concern over recent developments involving Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu, a senior figure within the National Unity Platform. The unfolding situation has prompted renewed debate about the intersection of law, politics, and democratic accountability in Uganda.Nyanzi, who serves as Head of International Relations for the opposition party and is a close associate of Robert Kyagulanyi, has …

Latifah Mixed Secondary School Kabimbiri delivered an outstanding performance in their final group matches to secure qualification for the Round of 32 (R32) at the 2026 Ball Games I Girls Football championship. The Mukono Zone first runners-up began their campaign with a narrow 3-2 loss to Jinja Secondary School. Despite goals from Joan Namutwa and Jovia Kabuya, the effort was …

Uganda at a Turning Point: Adapting to a New Global Order Kampala – Uganda is currently navigating a complex transition, marked by evolving international aid dynamics and the need to bolster its own resources. The nation faces the dual challenge of adapting to decreased foreign assistance while simultaneously refining its approach to integrating a large refugee population. Funding Realities: Impact …

The Attorney General, Kiryowa Kiwanuka, has proposed sweeping amendments to the controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, signalling a government retreat from some of its most contentious provisions. The original Bill, tabled before parliament, has faced widespread opposition from the banking sector, legal fraternity, religious leaders, and civil society organisations, among others. Critics raised concerns over vague definitions and sweeping …

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By Kayiira Jackson  Kawempe Muslim Secondary School and Rines Secondary School emerged as the standout sides as the group stage of the USSSA Ball Games I National Championships concluded, both sealing top spots and advancing confidently into the Round of 32. Kawempe Muslim SS underlined their dominance in Group I, finishing with a perfect nine points after a commanding 3-0 …

Mubende, Uganda — In development discourse, electricity is often framed as a catalyst for progress powering hospitals, sustaining enterprise, and reinforcing public trust in state institutions. Yet in parts of Uganda today, its absence is producing the opposite effect. In towns like Mubende, prolonged power outages are converging with rising insecurity, exposing vulnerabilities that extend beyond infrastructure into the realm …