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Mubende, Uganda — The reported killing of a woman in Mubende District allegedly following a domestic dispute has once again drawn national attention to the growing concern over gender-based violence and unresolved tensions within households facing economic and emotional pressure. According to police reports, Annet Turyahabwe, 30, a resident of Kazo Village in Kasaana Parish, Kibalinga Sub-county, was allegedly killed …

Ambassador Ssemuddu honoured with the prestigious Social Impact Award at Islamic University of Madinah. – The Voice Uganda HomeBusinessAmbassador Ssemuddu honoured with the prestigious Social Impact Award at Islamic University of Madinah. , https://voiceuganda.com/2026/05/15/ambassador-ssemuddu-honoured-with-the-prestigious-social-impact-award-at-islamic-university-of-madinah/

Kampala, Uganda — Uganda’s ongoing National Identification renewal and mass enrolment exercise was initially received as an important step toward strengthening public administration, expanding digital inclusion, and modernising service delivery in an increasingly technology-driven economy. Across the country, citizens responded in large numbers, travelling to registration centres with the expectation that the process would improve access to essential services and …

Today, Castle Lite officially ignites the Ahhh challenge, a bold movement designed to shake up the social scene by breaking default habits and creating a new culture of extra-cold refreshment. This launch is a nationwide call for mass trial, inviting Ugandans to taste first and choose after. The movement is set to turn every touchpoint into a public display of taste …

Sudan- Uganda has earned international recognition following the selection of one of its senior diplomats among a distinguished group of global achievers at the Islamic University of Madinah Distinguished Alumni Awards. The honour, awarded during the 62nd Graduation Ceremony of the Islamic University of Madinah on 27 April 2026, places Uganda within an elite circle of nations celebrated for excellence …

What was meant to be a glowing State House photo-op has instead exposed the deep anger many Ugandans are harbouring against telecom giant MTN Uganda. President Yoweri Museveni, today, Thursday 12 Feb. 2026, hosted MTN Uganda Chairman Charles Mbire and the company’s top executives—CEO Sylvia Mulinge and GM Corporate Services Enid Adroma— at State House, Entebbe. Shortly after the meeting, …

Cameroon’s weak legal framework exposes users to gender-based violence online “AI is fueling new forms digital violence and being weaponized against women and girls everywhere,” says the U.N. Commission on the Status of Women. (Illustration courtesy of UNWomen) In a room at the offices of Humanity First Cameroon, about 30 participants, mostly women, gathered recently for a groundbreaking conference on …

By Jumah Kakomo/ Kabuye Ronald National Resistance Movement (NRM) Presidential Candidate General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has vowed to address two long-standing development needs in Obongi District: electricity and road infrastructure. While addressing a campaign rally at Lionga Booma Grounds in Obongi Town Council, General Museveni confirmed that funding is already available for extending electricity to the district. He noted that …

When Rev. Peace Nakayima walked across the stage at Massey College to receive the Social Innovation Award during the 8th Annual GOWN: African Scholars Awards, the room erupted in applause. The moment was more than a recognition — it was a celebration of a life devoted to service, leadership, and transformation. Born in Uganda and now serving communities in Canada, …