Members of parliament engage with the Electoral Commission during a live demonstration of the Biometric Voter Verification Kit (BVVK). They system failed to work on D-day Gulu, Uganda | URN | Investigations into the faulty voter biometric kits (BVKs) procured by the government have commenced, Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister Norbert Mao has revealed. Mao’s statement comes hours after the Electoral Commission (EC) suspended the use of the machines at polling stations across the country, following reports that voters were unable to scan their IDs and log in. Speaking to the press shortly after casting his vote at Holy Rosary…
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Renowned digital creator Luwi Light has been remanded to Luzira Prison over misinformation and hate speech. A few days ago, Luwi was arrested and detained by the police following negative remarks she shared on her social media platforms. According to reports, Bebe Cool quietly showed up at the Police station, where he recorded a statement regarding the case. She was arraigned before the Makindye court, where she was accused of misinformation and hate speech about Bebe Cool’s wife, Zuena Kirema’s cake brand “Zuena Cakes.” ALSO READ: Digital Content Creator Luwi Light Arrested and Held at Police Station Over Cyber Harassment.…
Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | The Uganda Communications Commission executive director Nyombi Thembo will at a special press conference Tuesday evening officially confirm a directive to all licensed Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to temporarily suspend several telecommunications services, citing security concerns ahead of Thursday’s election. “The temporary suspension is intended to mitigate risks associated with the misuse of online platforms during the election period,” a document from the UCC states. Operators are required to block all non-essential public internet traffic, including social media platforms, web browsing, video streaming services, personal email, and messaging applications. The…
Renowned digital creator Luwi Light is reportedly arrested and detained at the Police Station over alleged cyber harassment. For a while now, Luwi Light has been using her TikTok platform to address issues concerning the entertainment industry and the country at large. However, in one of her submissions, she uttered sentiments that soiled her target’s hard-earned public reputation. According to reports, Luwi Light criticized Bebe Cool’s wife, Zuena Kirema’s cakes, deeming them of poor quality and not good for human consumption. Based on her close friends’ laments, they linked her arrest to her criticism of Zuena Cakes, and allege that…
Musician Geosteady has responded to allegations that he reunited with his baby mama and ex-wife, Prima Kardashi, after viral videos of them being touchy and cozy. Geosteady and Prima have been making headlines following the viral video. Many questioned their closeness, accusing the singer of disrespecting his current lover, Hindu. In an interview with Sanyuka TV, Geosteady cleared the air, denying the allegations and emphasizing that their linkup was mainly to promote the upcoming show, which he says would benefit their families. Since the video, social media users have alleged that Prima allowed herself to be recorded in the compromising situation with…
Singer Dax Vibez has responded to Bebe Cool’s recent comments, openly disrespecting, criticizing, and challenging his family’s musical abilities. Bebe Cool was giving his annual list of his favorite artists from the previous year, mentioning Dax Vibes as the only talented artist in the Ssentamu brothers. In turn, he threw shade at the likes of Bobi Wine, Mikie Wine, Eddy Yawe, among others, saying they had nothing to offer in the industry. Dax Vibez, in a phone interview, was not pleased with Bebe Cool’s remarks, despising his brothers. He acknowledged his family’s exceptional talent, noting that Mikie Wine was not…
In a bold move to leverage technology for electoral transparency, National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has officially unveiled the Kunga App. The application is designed to serve as a decentralized monitoring tool for volunteers and citizens to document and report real-time events at polling stations across the country. A Digital Shield for the Ballot With only hours remaining before the polls open, the Kunga App aims to address the long-standing challenges of ballot stuffing, intimidation, and the disappearance of Declaration of Results (DR) forms. Bobi Wine emphasized that while the party is…
In a move described by critics as the “height of cowardice,” the Ugandan government has launched a sweeping crackdown on the country’s most prominent Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) just 48 hours before the January 15, 2026 General Election. The closures target organizations primarily focused on election transparency, human rights, and media freedom, sparking international concern over the integrity of the upcoming vote. Targeted Organizations and the “Crime” of Monitoring The list of suspended organizations reads like a directory of Uganda’s democratic watchdogs. Leading the list are: Chapter Four Uganda: Known for defending constitutional rights and civil liberties. Alliance for Election…
The long-standing legal tug-of-war between Ugandan billionaire Sudhir Ruparelia and DFCU Bank has taken a significant turn. In the latest development regarding the Shs 40 billion claim, the court has delivered a ruling that marks a major procedural moment in one of Uganda’s most high-profile banking disputes. The Core of the Dispute The conflict originates from the 2017 acquisition of Crane Bank Limited (CBL) by DFCU Bank. After the Bank of Uganda (BoU) placed Crane Bank under statutory management and later receivership, its assets and liabilities were transferred to DFCU. Sudhir Ruparelia and other shareholders of the now-defunct Crane Bank…
Musician Mikie Wine has opened up about following his big brother Bobi Wine’s footsteps into politics. Mikie Wine, real name Michael Mukwaya, sat down on Deep Talk and cleared the air, defining politics as a calling that he doesn’t have yet. Years back, Mikie Wine shared a photo of himself smartly dressed in a suit and a red People Power beret. He followed it up with a lengthy post explaining the history of leadership in his family and the ability to play his role well if given the chance. Social media users concluded that he was eyeing the Kyadondo East…