Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs Balaam Barugahare has called for the remains of the late Kadongo Kamu singer, Paul Kafeero, to be exhumed and have a DNA test carried out to settle the longstanding family feud that has been running for years. In 2021, the exhuming process was put on hold by Uganda Police’s Pathologist Dr. Moses Byaruhanga, who suggested that the family wrangles needed to first be settled fully. They later conducted the DNA test by collecting samples from those who claimed to be the deceased’s children and matching them to each other. The result came back,…
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Renowned Gospel singer Levixone, real name Sam Lucas Lubyogo, has responded to negative comments regarding his upcoming collaboration with Swangz Avenue singer Winnie Nwagi. Levixone and Winnie Nwagi are gearing up to release their collaboration dubbed ‘Number Moja’, and ahead of its official release, they teased fans with the song artwork, sparking mixed reactions. Addressing members of the press, Levixone revealed that they had started planning for the song in 2017 but kept on postponing because they wanted to release something good. He defined Winnie Nwagi as an amazing person and a personal friend, which made it easy for them…
Celebrated songwriter and musician Jamie Culture has expressed his disappointment towards Geoffrey Lutaaya and his wife Irene Namatovu for being unappreciative. Jamie Culture is gearing up for his concert, and during his press conference, he opened up on where his frustration stems from. He revealed that while he was still at Baba FM, he got a call from Geoffrey Lutaaya, requesting him to write for him a couple of traditional songs that well represented the Buganda Kingdom. Jamie, with the help of his friend, JJ, went to the studio very late in the night, and they worked on two songs,…
Adjumani, Uganda | URN | The Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control (DCIC) has arrested at least 231 foreign nationals in a series of intelligence-led operations conducted in Kampala and Adjumani District over the past two days. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs spokesperson, Simon Peter Mundeyi, the coordinated enforcement targeted individuals suspected of residing in Uganda illegally and engaging in unlawful activities. In Kampala, 169 foreign nationals were arrested during an overnight operation from April 27 into the morning of April 28 at a residential property in Bukoto along the Bukoto-Ntinda road. Authorities say the premises had been…
Singer Aroma has revealed that she doesn’t see herself staging a solo concert very soon, citing that she is not ready. Aroma, real name Aroma Kyaverimukama, kick-started her professional music career around 2019 and has since gained recognition for her vibrant performances. Having garnered a considerable fanbase, she believes it is the right time to stage a solo concert, an idea she doesn’t buy into. During her recent TV interview, Aroma revealed that she wouldn’t be following the steps of other artists who have released a couple of hit songs before holding concerts out of hype. She noted that, as…
Ambassador Rosa Malango and Nabwiso (in Kitengi dress) met Katikkiro Mayiga (middle) and other officials at Bulange Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | In a move that could redefine how the world sees Uganda’s heritage, the Buganda Kingdom is exploring a partnership with filmmaker Mathew Nabwiso on Flames of Faith, his upcoming historical epic about Kabaka Mwanga and the Uganda Martyrs. The potential partnership is the direct result of a strategic push by Ambassador Rosa Malango, the special presidential envoy for tourism and trade, to elevate community-based tourism by bridging the gap between the nation’s creative industry and its traditional…
Bank of Uganda (BOU) Governor Michael Atingi-Ego appeared at parliament today. PHOTO @Parliament_Ug Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Bank of Uganda (BOU) Governor Michael Atingi-Ego has warned of an “economic disaster” if the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 is passed. He today told the Joint Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs and Legal and Parliamentary Affairs that the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 could risk weakening Uganda’s economy, currency and financial independence. BOU Governor Atingi-Ego warned that the Bill, in its current state, would restrict cross-border inflows, such as foreign investment, remittances and portfolio capital. “A country without reserves is not sovereign,” Atingi said, adding…
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Workplace safety in Uganda is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation, shifting from the traditional focus on physical hazards to a more complex and often invisible frontier: mental health and psychosocial wellbeing. As the country prepares to mark the World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28, 2026, government officials are signalling a policy redirection that places stress, burnout, workplace harassment, and job insecurity at the center of occupational safety and health (OSH) reform. The shift reflects a broader global recognition that economic productivity is increasingly tied to psychological well-being, and that labour policy…
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Education and Sports has issued yet another directive warning schools against teaching learners during official holidays, a practice that has become almost routine at the end of every term despite repeated circulars. This time, however, the ministry says it is moving beyond warnings. Dr. Cleophas Mugenyi, Commissioner for Basic Education, said authorities have now instructed local leaders, including Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs), district police commanders, and town clerks, to actively enforce the directive by apprehending any schools or teachers found violating it. According to the official 2026 school…
The Government of Uganda has officially warned motorists and businesses to prepare for a rise in fuel pump prices starting in May 2026. The announcement comes as the domestic market begins to absorb the impact of rising global crude oil rates. During a press briefing, Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa explained that while Uganda has been utilizing fuel procured at lower historical rates, the next cycle of imports will reflect the current international market volatility. The Global Factor: Crude Oil at $120 Per Barrel Minister Nankabirwa highlighted a significant shift in the global energy landscape that is now reaching Ugandan soil.…