Author: Ali Ruralire

Muslims have been tipped on Unity and cohesion at the Islamic Unity Week conference, held at Muteesa I Royal University. The event Organized by the Cultural Consulate of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in collaboration with several Ugandan universities, aimed to commemorate the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and promote unity among Muslim faithfuls based on humility, empathy, and solidarity. The event was graced by esteemed guests, including H.E. Amokrane Mourad, Ambassador of Algeria; H.E. Dr. Tamouh Moustafa, Syrian honorary consul; Mr. Ali Mohammad, deputy Ambassador of Saharawi Democratic Arab Republic; Mr. Bilal Mohsin, deputy High Commissioner…

FUFA’s vision to create community clubs as a solution to rally fans to support club football has started being realised as the owners of Busoga United FC have legally handed over the club to the community of Busoga with immediate effect. This decision was blessed by the Patron of the club His Royal Highness the Kyabazinga of Busoga William Wilberforce Kadumbula Nadiope IV during a meeting held with the FUFA President at Igenge Palace on the 16th August 2024. The Kyabazinga delegated his 2nd Deputy Prime Minister Owek. Noor Ousman to represent him in the consequent meetings. In the legal…

Uganda and Belgium have reaffirmed their commitment to cooperation and collaboration. This follows a meeting between Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Adviser for Special Operations, and H.E. Hugues Chantry, Ambassador of Belgium to Uganda, which took place at the Special Forces Headquarters in Entebbe. The discussion focused on regional security matters, with Gen Kainerugaba highlighting Uganda’s regional peacekeeping efforts. Ambassador Chantry praised Uganda’s vital role in promoting regional stability and reiterated Belgium’s support for ongoing regional integration initiatives. Gen Kainerugaba expressed his commitment to continuing and strengthening the fruitful cooperation between the two nations, emphasising the importance of…

Rebecca Cheptegei, a Ugandan marathon runner who competed in the Paris Olympics last month, has died days after she was burned by her boyfriend, the country’s athletics federation confirmed on X, formerly known as Twitter, Thursday. “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our athlete, Rebecca Cheptegei early this morning who tragically fell victim to domestic violence,” the Uganda Athletics Federation posted. “As a federation, we condemn such acts and call for justice. May her soul rest In Peace.” Cheptegei, 33, who lived in Kenya, had been in a critical condition after suffering burns on 75% of her body…

Police have commenced investigations into the alleged shooting of National Unity Platform, (NUP) President, Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine. Kyagulanyi on Tuesday evening was injured in area of Bulindo, Kira following a scuffle with the Police. He had earlier attended a Thanksgiving ceremony the area, which concluded peacefully. According to Kituuma Rusoke, Police Publicist, Kyagulanyi was in the area at the invitation of George Musisi (NUP Lawyer). Kituuma said that when Kyagulanyi left the venue, he and his team moved out of their cars and embarked on a procession up to Bulindo town. “however, the police advised against it. Despite their…

The president of the National Unity Platform, Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine, has sustained an injury in one of his legs. This followed a scuffle with police officers in Kiira Bulindo. By press time, we couldn’t ascertain whether it was a gun shot or a teargas canister shot. This is a Developing story

The Parliamentary Committee on Tourism, Trade, and Industry has called for immediate investment in tourism infrastructure across key sites in Northern Uganda. In their report presented during plenary sitting in Gulu City on Friday, 30 August 2024, the Committee Deputy Chairperson who doubles as the Northern Uganda Youth Representative, Hon. Boniface Okot highlighted that many of the sites like the Barlonyo Massacre Site in Lira District, Abok Massacre Site in Oyam District, and Sir Samuel Baker’s Fort in Gulu are in dire need of development to attract both domestic and international tourists. “The state of infrastructure at these sites is…

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces, have revealed that Mandela National Stadium, is in good shape for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers. This was confirmed by UPDF’s Lt Col Eng Peter Kidemuka, the project manager who had led the renovation works at the stadium. Kenya will kick off the qualifiers on September 6th, facing Zimbabwe. Uganda will then take on Congo on September 9th, followed by another match between Zimbabwe and Cameroon on September 10th. All three matches will be played at Namboole Stadium. Kidemuka assured fans that the stadium is in top condition with an addition…

The Uganda Police Political Commissar Senior Commissioner of Police (SCP) Ubaldo Bamunoba, has held a meeting with with Brigadier General Richard Karemire, the Chief of Education, Sports, and Culture in the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF). The discussion centered on developing effective strategies to promote formal education for the dependents of police officers. The Director was accompanied by Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Nakityo Jane, the officer in charge of formal education in the Uganda Police. Their combined efforts focused on benchmarking best practices and establishing collaborative frameworks between the Uganda Police Force and the UPDF to strengthen education as…

The Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court has remanded three women on charges of common nuisance following a nude protest earlier in the day. The three Norah Kobusingye, Praise Aloikin, and Kemitoma Kyenzibo, appeared before Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi on Monday afternoon. The trio was charged with common nuisance and remanded till September 12. Prosecution alleges that on September 2, 2024, at Parliamentary Avenue, Kobusingye, Kyenzibo, and Apoloje, along with others still at large, staged a protest in the middle of the road while partially undressed and with messages written on their bodies. Prosecution argued that the act, unauthorized by law,…