The Pearlwood Film Awards 2026 have officially been launched, with organisers and the Ministry of Education and Sports calling on secondary schools across Uganda to participate in an initiative aimed at promoting creativity, cultural values and youth storytelling through film. The awards were launched on Tuesday at the National Theatre in Kampala, where education officials described storytelling as a powerful …
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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 …
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× ]]]]>]]> The Supreme Court of Uganda has not yet to pronounce itself on the disputed mediation settlement agreement in Dr Buwule Kasasa versus Mutesa II family dispute. The family of the late Dr. Buwule Kasasa is embroiled in an over 20 years land dispute with the family of Ssekabaka Edward Mutessa II. The family also consists of the King …
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Several Ugandans continue to face the brunt of persecution ever since the government of Uganda passed the Anti- Homosexuality Act, which left many innocent lives at peril. Over the years, hundreds of Ugandans have fallen victim to acts of brutality, arbitrary arrests, lynchings, humiliation and isolation just because of being suspected to be members of the LGBTQ community. Many of …
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Several Ugandans continue to face the brunt of persecution ever since the government of Uganda passed the Anti- Homosexuality Act, which left many innocent lives at peril. Over the years, hundreds of Ugandans have fallen victim to acts of brutality, arbitrary arrests, lynchings, humiliation and isolation just because of being suspected to be members of the LGBT community. Many of …
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Brussels, April 14, 2026 — As part of a broader effort to strengthen agricultural competitiveness and deepen trade linkages with Europe, a Ugandan delegation of farmers and private sector actors undertook a strategic visit to Rijk Zwaan in the Netherlands. The engagement, held on the second day of the Agri and Horticultural Trade Mission, underscores Uganda’s commitment to modernizing its …
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Speaker repeatedly blames Ugandan regime’s failures on opponents of anti-gay law. Former MP Asumani Basalirwa had been the face of homophobia in the Parliament of Uganda. (Photo courtesy of the Parliament of Uganda) Anita Among, the Speaker of the Uganda Parliament, has blamed the defeat of her homophobic ally Asuman Basalirwa on his leading role in the enactment of the …
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Ugandan singer Azawi has sparked widespread controversy after comments she allegedly made regarding a viral case involving a popular TikTok personality known as Mr Ken. The story has been trending across social media platforms in Uganda, where videos reportedly circulated online allegedly showing the TikTok figure in a same-sex act, an offense that can carry severe penalties under Ugandan law …
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JOHANSBERG, South Africa – The Secretary General of the National Resistance Movement, Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong, together with senior party leaders, on Wednesday arrived safely in Johannesburg ahead of celebrations marking President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s victory in Uganda’s 2021 General Elections. Upon arrival on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, Todwong held a meeting with the Victory Party Organising Committee and members …
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The Ugandan community in Abu Dhabi has taken a key step toward organizing its next leadership elections, with the appointment of Johnson Ssengendo as the new Chairperson of the Electoral Commission. The New Leadership Ssengendo, who currently serves as a community advisor on the executive committee and is CEO of Taweelah Radio & TV, was appointed on March 12, 2026, …
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