Some of the electricity wires recovered during a police operation targeting the vandalism of electricity infrastructure in Luwero District. Courtesy Photo. Luwero, Uganda | URN | Police in Luwero District are hunting two former employees of the defunct power distributor Umeme over their alleged involvement in vandalizing electricity infrastructure across the Savannah Region. The suspects, identified only as Isma and Juma, previously worked for Umeme in the Greater Luwero area and are wanted in connection with a suspected network involved in stealing electric wires and other power installations. The hunt follows the recovery of three rolls of Solido electric wire…
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Various players in the film industry, particularly marketers and distributors, have met to discuss new strategies to boost Uganda’s film industry through effective marketing and distribution. The discussions were held during iKONVERSATIONS, a platform of the iKON Awards designed to bring together industry players to discuss challenges affecting the film industry and identify practical solutions. The dialogue was held on July 29, 2026, at Reach A Hand Africa (RAHA) headquarters in Lungujja. The discussion featured industry players including Mr Mathew Nabwiso, Mr Godfrey Musinguzi, Mr Daniel Semulima, Dr Jessica Ahimbisibwe, and other filmmakers and creatives. The panel highlighted various opportunities…
Crude oil pipes being laid. East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), which will transport Uganda’s crude oil from Hoima to the Tanzanian port of Tanga, had reached 90 per cent overall completion, with more than 1,443 kilometres of pipeline welded across Uganda and Tanzania. Hoima, Uganda | URN | The petroleum sector continued to register steady progress during the quarter ending June 30, 2026, with major oil infrastructure projects moving closer to completion while Ugandan companies secured additional contracts under the country’s national content programme. According to the latest quarterly update by the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), the Tilenga Project…
ABRYANZ Events has officially unveiled Kampala Never Sleeps, a new editorial and experiential platform designed to celebrate, document, and elevate Kampala’s vibrant creative and cultural scene. The platform will make its debut through the Kampala Style Brunch, one of the city’s leading lifestyle experiences, scheduled for Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Black Panther Kampala. Having established itself over the past four years as a premier gathering for fashion, entertainment, hospitality, business, and creative professionals, Kampala Style Brunch now becomes the inaugural chapter of Kampala Never Sleeps, marking the beginning of a broader movement aimed at showcasing Kampala’s evolving cultural identity.…
Kadongo Kamu legend Willy Mukaabya has addressed witchcraft allegations linked to Kadongo Kamu artists of their generation. Over the years, rumours have been making rounds suggesting that Kadongo Kamu artists resorted to traditional methods to gain fame. Many were believed to have gone to witchdoctors seeking the power to get hit songs and also receive more bookings on shows. Willy Mukaabya, during his TV interview, denied the allegations, saying he has continuously heard stories about witchcraft from his colleagues, but he could neither confirm nor deny whether they existed because he had never witnessed them personally. He further noted that he never…
Singer Lydia Jazmine has opened up about marriage, emphasizing that it is not something that she is focusing on. Jazmine, during her press conference ahead of her concert, got time to interact with journalists, and among the questions directed to her was when she would consider getting married and settling down. Whereas she loves the idea of starting a family, Lydia Jazmine revealed she is a firm believer in God’s timing. She, however, set the record straight, noting that marriage is not something she is fighting to achieve, and she didn’t spend her time worrying about it, despite looking forward to having…
Singer Irene Namatovu has shared one of the biggest challenges she has faced since marrying Geoffrey Lutaaya, revealing that their son was almost killed in the mix. While the couple celebrates more than a decade of love, Namatovu revealed that she faced a lot of resistance, especially from people who didn’t want Lutaaya to marry her. Namatovu noted that a week before her customary Kwanjula ceremony, a random boda man delivered chicken luwombo to her maid with instructions that it was for their son, Pius. He alleged that Namatovu had sent it, but because Pius was very tired and sleepy…
Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba, Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda Equity Bank hosts diaspora Investment webinar Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | As Uganda’s diaspora continues to send record remittances back home, Equity Bank Uganda is strengthening its efforts to help turn these financial inflows into long-term investments that create businesses, jobs and sustainable wealth. On Saturday, 1 August 2026, the Bank will host the latest edition of its Equity Diaspora Webinar Series, an initiative that equips Ugandans living abroad with practical knowledge, expert insights and tailored financial solutions to invest confidently in Uganda. The virtual session will feature…
Graphite-for-pencils. Internet photo Kitgum, Uganda | URN | Thousands of residents in Kitgum and neighbouring districts could benefit from increased employment, business opportunities and infrastructure development after London-listed mining company Blencowe Resources raised the value of its Orom-Cross Graphite Project to US$1.254 billion (about Shs4.7 trillion) following an updated Definitive Feasibility Study. The revised valuation strengthens the commercial prospects of the graphite mine in Orom East Sub-county and is expected to improve the project’s ability to attract financing ahead of construction and production, which is targeted to begin in 2027. Prepared by Australian engineering firm CPC Engineering, the updated feasibility…
Renowned music maestro and powerhouse entertainer DJ LAST GAL yesterday officially announced her first-ever solo headline event, “THE LAST GAL: A DJ Showcase and Rave Party.” This highly anticipated musical extravaganza is locked in for Friday, 2nd October 2026, with the mystery venue set to be revealed soon. Marking a monumental milestone in her thriving career, “THE LAST GAL” is designed to be an explosive, high-energy rave experience. The event will spotlight her unmatched mixing artistry, signature stage presence, and cutting-edge audiovisual production, cementing her status as one of the biggest female DJs in Uganda. DJ LAST GAL initially captivated the entertainment industry as part of a dynamic,…