Singer John Blaq was involved in a heated argument with a Bushenyi-based event promoter over the failure to facilitate his accommodation. In the video available on this website, John Blaq is seen arguing with the promoter over accommodation-related issues. Amidst resistance, he still stepped on stage and told his fans, who were starting to cause chaos, that he would go ahead and perform despite promoters threatening to assault him. Blaq pointed out two individuals, a man and his wife, who were responsible for the show and accused them of being unprofessional. He told the crowd to be on the lookout…
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LoP Joel Ssenyonyi said neither Kivumbi’s family nor fellow Opposition leaders had been able to establish Kivumbi’s whereabouts. Kampala, Uganda | URN | A fresh storm erupted in Parliament after the Opposition demanded answers over the whereabouts of former Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, who was allegedly picked up by armed security operatives shortly after being released on bail. The matter, raised by the Leader of the Opposition (LoP), Joel Ssenyonyi, reignited debate over constitutional safeguards against arbitrary arrest and detention, emphasisizing that the country was witnessing a troubling pattern of enforced disappearances outside established legal procedures. Addressing Parliament…
Busega-Mpigi Expressway project Kampala, Uganda | URN | Engineers Edward Raymond Kiyaga and Dickens Ahimbisibwe have been suspended over alleged embezzlement of funds for the construction of the Busega-Mpigi Expressway. The suspension by the Ministry of Works and Transport follows a directive from the Inspectorate General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Aisha Naluzze Batala, acting on instructions from President Yoweri Museveni. The two officials were ordered to immediately hand over all government property, records, files, equipment, and any other official items in their possession. They have also been barred from accessing ministry premises or performing any official duties without explicit…
Gospel singer Segmento Omusomi Wa Matayo has vowed never to collaborate with a secular artist, claiming that it contradicts his faith. Segmento, during a YouTube interview, delved into his music journey before making it known that he would never team up with an artist outside his faith. He noted that despite fellow gospel singers like Levixone and Pr. Wilson Bugembe collaborated with secular artists; he chose to differ, saying he respects his principles. “I cannot do a collaboration with a secular artist. Where was that written? I’m not Bugembe I will never collaborate with a secular artist, and I have been talking about…
Socialite and businesswoman Zari Hassan has opened up on speculations suggesting that she had undergone cosmetic surgery on her face. A few days back, Zari Hassan shocked netizens when she appeared on social media in a series of videos with a whole new face makeover. In the videos, the skin on her face appeared to have been pulled tightly towards the sides of her forehead, causing her eyes to come out stretched upwards. Following the numerous comments, Zari, during an interview with a Bukedde TV reporter, confirmed the speculations that she had a facelift. Addressing the recent viral videos, however, the mother…
James Sserumaga, Head of Bancassurance at Equity Bank Uganda NEWS ANALYSIS | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Uganda’s bancassurance industry continues to demonstrate remarkable momentum, with banks generating more than UGX 80.8 billion in insurance premiums during the first quarter of 2026 alone. According to the latest industry performance report, Equity Bank Uganda ranked fourth among the country’s 22 licensed bancassurance providers, generating UGX 6.69 billion in Gross Written Premiums (GWP) and capturing an 8.28% market share. “The performance reflects the growing confidence Ugandans have in accessing insurance through trusted financial institutions and highlights the increasingly important role banks are playing in expanding…
Learning to trade can be overwhelming, but Ayoba Ibrahim Magimbi believes the right guidance can significantly shorten the learning curve. As founder of ORDIN FOREX ACADEMY, he has created educational programs that simplify market concepts into structured lessons. Students are introduced to chart analysis, trading psychology, risk management, and strategic planning before entering live markets. Ayoba encourages traders to view trading as a professional skill requiring continuous learning rather than a shortcut to wealth. His mentorship focuses on developing confidence through preparation, practice, and disciplined execution. Beyond technical knowledge, he also emphasizes personal development, believing patience, resilience, and consistency are…
The Daily Monitor office building remains closed Kampala, Uganda | URN | Two weeks after the military sealed off Nation Media Group offices, hundreds of employees remain uncertain about their future as the country’s largest private media house remains closed. Behind the public debate over press freedom and negotiations between the company and government is a growing human story. Employees across the organization say they are grappling with anxiety over their jobs, finances, and when, or if, they will return to work. Several staff members, who requested anonymity because they were instructed not to speak publicly about the shutdown or…
Financial literacy has become one of the most valuable skills in today’s economy, and Ayoba Ibrahim Magimbi believes education is the foundation of financial independence. Through ORDIN FOREX ACADEMY, he has focused on equipping traders with practical knowledge rather than relying on speculation. His training covers everything from beginner fundamentals to advanced market analysis, enabling students to understand how professional traders approach the markets. Ayoba believes every successful trader should master discipline before profit. His educational philosophy encourages proper risk management, emotional control, and continuous improvement instead of chasing quick gains. As technology transforms global finance, Ayoba sees tremendous opportunities…
David Wozemba, AGRA’s Country Director to Uganda speaks during AGRA’s 20th anniversary celebrations on July 10 in Kampala. COURTESY PHOTO/AGRA. Two decades of progress provide a platform for Uganda’s next agricultural leap Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | Uganda must do more to ensure agricultural innovations developed by scientists reach farmers if the country is to translate its vast agricultural potential into higher incomes, jobs and food security, stakeholders have said. The call was made during the AGRA@20 Uganda Country Celebration held at Kampala Serena Hotel, where government officials, researchers, farmers’ organisations, private sector players and development partners reflected…