Premium

Matembe’s days as Minister

At the beginning of 2003, Matembe revealed her New Year’s resolution, stating: “I want to get closer to God so that He can control my life.” During that year, she, along with fellow ministers, Bidandi Ssali, Eriya Kategaya and Sarah Kiyingi, vehemently opposed the scrapping of presidential term limits from the 1995 Constitution. Her stand put her at conflict with those who wanted term limits scrapped for Museveni to vie again for presidency in 2006.

Museveni explains security operations, denies human rights violations

Referring to Opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye, Museveni wondered why he had not proceeded with his trial. “Why would this great democrat and human rights fighter spend so many calories refusing to come to trial where he has got the opportunity to prove his innocence?”

No court appearance without Karua, Lukwago — Besigye

The unexpected boycott brought proceedings to a standstill and drew attention from trial judge Emmanuel Baguma, who demanded an explanation for the defence team’s absence, with the veteran opposition figure (Besigye) saying, “I would rather rot in jail,” insisting he would not participate in the trial unless represented by lawyers of his choice.

How security tracked 6-year-old’s killers

“When they returned back, Ssali and Godfrey carried the victim’s blood-soaked dress, which they hanged in a shrine, before it was removed a week later,” Nakanwagi told police in her statement. Investigators were left puzzled by what happened next.

Who is hunting Uganda’s albinos?

One of the most humiliating moments came when Negesa went to give birth. Instead of receiving comfort and professional care at one of the most vulnerable moments in her life, she became the centre of unwanted attention. Medical staff asked her to undress, then called others to come and look at her as they laughed.

Forced out: Pain, anger, loss as Ugandans flee South Africa

“About five men stormed my home on Saturday night. I was raped in turns by three of them as my three-year-old daughter watched. I later on collapsed and passed out. When I woke up, they had thrown me out of my house and literally taken away everything that I owned. I was forced to run away, taking away my two children. I don’t know where their terrified father is, until now,” she said. 

'FRAUD': President Museveni directs finance ministry to account for sh51b central bank cash

To dig deep into the emerging scandal, Museveni has asked Musasizi to explain the circumstances under which the funds were diverted. He also cited findings contained in a FIA report dated September 12, 2025, which indicated that two separate payments amounting to $8m and $6m, intended for Uganda’s loan repayments to the World Bank Group and the African Development Bank, were instead transferred to private entities identified as MJS International Limited in London, UK and Roadway Company Limited in Japan.

Fashion: The Kikoyi's journey from undergarment to centerstage

Besides Baganda, the kikoyi also carries cultural significance in the East African region and it is little wonder that the word kikoy is Swahili for wrap. Originally, men used to wrap it around them because of our hot weather.

2024 census results to provide answers to 5 critical questions

According to a Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS)  statement dated October 2, 2024, the public should expect to receive statistical information about Uganda's demographics, housing patterns, and socioeconomic conditions.

Rise in preterm births threatens mothers’ joy

Preterm births not only leaves new mothers to navigate the challenges of caring for a fragile newborn alone but also raises questions about the societal and cultural factors driving this trend.

Teenage Pregnancy Rates Surge in Busoga Region: Namayingo Leads at 24.3%, Jinja City Lowest at 11.4%

The Minister of State for Health in charge of general duties Hon. Anifa Kawooya Bangirana reaffirmed the government's commitment to providing the best healthcare services, however, was quick to note that they cannot deliver this alone.

Africa CDC warns of rising mpox cases, launches response plan with WHO

2024, the continent has reported 24,851 suspected mpox cases, including 5,549 confirmed cases and 643 deaths, said Jean Kaseya, director general of Africa CDC, during an online press briefing.

Remembering Elly Wamala 20 years after

His name deserves a prominent place in our history books as one of the pillars of Uganda’s pop music.

I got quadruplets at 63 years

God’s timing is not our timing; He answered Joyce’s prayer at a time when she was supposed to be babysitting her grandchildren.

Presidential Land Taskforce's powers clarified by State House

State House noted that under the leadership of Brig. Gen. Lukyamuzi, the task force is assigned the following responsibilities: prevention of encroachments on wetlands, forests, and riverbanks; swift security responses in cases of land grabbing; and handing over suspects to the police or the military police for further handling.

Rediscovering Ssese Islands

Over the years, Ssese has grown into a great getaway and resorts have mushroomed all over the place.

Peaceful safaris at Bigodi Wetland

The sanctuary hosts the black and white colobus monkey, grey-cheeked mangabey, red-tailed, and blue monkeys; as well as the olive baboons. Bushbucks and mongooses can also be found here.

Health checks you must do now

HIV/AIDS fight: Key populations to look out for