Author: Ali Ruralire

The Minister for Information, Communication, Technology and National Guidance, Hon. Chris Baryomunsi has unveiled government plans to extend internet connectivity to all sub-counties through a loan acquired from the Exim Bank of China. Baryomunsi said that with the US$150 million, government will go beyond its ministries, departments, agencies (MDAs) and district headquarters) to connect all sub-counties to the National Backbone Infrastructure (NBI). “This is vital for ensuring that all regions benefit from the digital economy. Last mile connectivity, the final segment connecting the NBI to end-users is essential in achieving comprehensive access to e-Government services,” Baryomunsi said. Baryomunsi made this…

Musician Mulwana Patrick, Also known as Alien Skin, together with his co-accused, Mugabi Julius, have been granted bail.The Makindye Magistrates Court had charged the two on cases related to causing grievous harm at St. Francis Nsambya Hospital.The Magistrate set tough conditions and released the two on a cash bail of Shs 1m each and there surgeries Shs 5m each non cash.The accused were asked not to leave the country without permission of court. They were also warned on interference on the case whether verbally or on social media.Alien, The 30-year-old was arrested on Tuesday on accusations of assaulting medical personnel…

By Fatemeh Fayyaz It is really difficult to talk about a lady who, through her heirs, spread the light of Imamate in the world; the lady every moment of whose life was spent giving meaning to the role of women in the world. Distances often hinder getting to know, but when it comes to the sun, not only distance does not cause a barrier, but the light and warmth of its existence cover both the individual and the whole world. One of the constant concerns of mankind throughout history has been peace, satisfaction, happiness, and self-actualization, for which philosophers and…

Musician Mulwana Patrick, Also known as Alien Skin, together with his co-accused, Mugabi Julius, appeared before Makindye Magistrates Court on charges related to causing grievous harm at St. Francis Nsambya Hospital. The 30-year-old was arrested on Tuesday on accusations of assaulting medical personnel at Nsambya Hospital following the death of one of his gang members. He was then remanded on a pending case file of assault robbery in September while at H&M Restaurant in Makindye. The accused pleaded not guilty to all charges. “Since the parties want to reconcile, I wouldn’t look at bail at this time,” Her Worship Esther…

Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony which has been drawing attention in the Korean Christian community, successfully concluded the ‘Shincheonji Word Seminar: Testimony on the Fulfillment of Revelation’ on the 23rd at Shincheonji Peace Training Center in Cheongpyeong, Gyeonggi Province. Over 200 pastors from various denominations attended the seminar, reportedly feeling deeply moved and shocked by the sermon delivered by Chairman Lee Man-hee. “It is the time of the fulfillment of the Book of Revelation; we must confirm the reality and believe.” Chairman Lee Man-hee began his lecture with the statement, “If there is…

The General Court Martial in Makindye has charged and remanded opposition politician Col. (Rtd) Kiiza Besigye and Obed Lutale to Luzira Government Prison. Brig. Gen. Freeman Mugabe, Chairman of the Court Martial, ordered their remand until December 2.Besigye and Lutale face charges of possessing two pistols and eight rounds of ammunition without a license. Prosecutors claim the offenses occurred in Nairobi, Kenya, Athens, Greece, and Geneva, Switzerland.The duo appeared in court at 1 pm, three hours after the scheduled time. It’s reported that Besigye was picked up from Nairobi, where he and Lutale had gone to attend a book launch…

The Uganda Waragi Nyege Nyege 2024 showed the festival’s ability to transcend expectations and weather in more ways than one. As the sun began its descent and the sky turned a moody gray, the slight downpour didn’t dampen the mood but kicked off yet another exhilarating musical and cultural experience with the rain serving as a blessing from the skies above. As festival-goers made their way into the venue, a unique sight awaited them: a whimsical ferris wheel whose colourful lights and grand appearance charmed many for a ride while offering a delightful contrast to the festival’s edgy, experimental ethos.…

On October 30, the Zion Christian Mission Center (Director Tan Young-jin) of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony (led by Chairman Lee Man-hee), held the “115th Zion Christian Mission Center Graduation Ceremony for 111,000 Graduates” at the Shincheonji Church in Cheongju. The total number of graduates was 111,628. Due to the Gyeonggi Tourism Organization canceling the venue reservation on the day of the event, the graduation ceremony was instead held at the Cheongju location, with international graduates who had traveled from abroad and religious figures from both Korea and overseas in attendance. In…

The protest was in response to the Gyeonggi Tourism Organization’s cancellation of a well anticipated event booking at Paju Imjingak Peace Park on the 30th of the previous month. The event that the Paju Imjingak Peace Park was reserved for was anticipating an international participation of 6400 religious leaders and also overseas members of Shincheonji. Many of which were also shocked and disappointed at the sudden cancellation. 11 000 staff of Shincheonji had also been working towards the event for 1 year, with preparations already underway at the site days prior to the cancellation, this included stage, chair, equipment, rehearsal…

Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth today welcomed the French Ambassador to Uganda, His Excellency Xavier Sticker, for a meeting at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs Headquarters in Mbuya. The discussions focused on enhancing regional security and strengthening military cooperation, with an emphasis on training. Minister Oboth expressed his appreciation for France’s ongoing support, highlighting training programs like the Mountain Warfare Course and French language sessions conducted at the Mountain Warfare Training School in Karugutu. Minister Oboth stressed the importance of expanding these initiatives, noting that President Yoweri Museveni has prioritised upskilling UPDF officers to build on their foundational capabilities.…