Author: Citizen Editor

– Kampala Uganda:- MTN Uganda has today announced a contribution of approximately UGX 50.55 billion to the Uganda Communications Commission’s Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF), marking the company’s largest annual contribution to date towards expanding telecommunication services in underserved communities. This development reflects MTN Uganda’s deepening commitment to accelerating digital inclusion and supporting national efforts to expand ICT infrastructure and services to all Ugandans, regardless of location or income level. The announcement was made during a stakeholder engagement held at the UCC headquarters in Kampala. The contribution represents a significant increase from UGX 42.5 billion in 2024 and UGX…

Owing to a January 31st 2025 ruling where the supreme court trimmed the powers of the General Court Martial from trying civilians, President Museveni disagreed with the ruling and clearly said he will not back down but make amendments and have the court back in style. His son who is also the Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) Muhoozi Keinerugaba had the same thoughts and didn’t mince his words while delivering a speech in Kyotera as the army commemorated the Tarehe Sita. The open displeasure with the supreme court ruling by president Museveni the Commander in Chief and his son the…

In the news this morning, an Assistant Resident City Commissioner serving in Museveni’s government has been killed in cold blood causing pain, grief and sorrow to his family, friends and relatives. Karim Mwase the ARCC of Lira City was brutally murdered and his body dumped in Nakalama sub-county along the Iganga- Bugiri highway in Iganga district. Reports indicate that unknown assailants intercepted Mwase on his way from Bugweri District where had attended a public function on Sunday. According to the Iganga Deputy RDC Kato Dauda, the attackers abandoned Mwase’s lifeless body inside his vehicle. Authorities have since tranfered his body…

Two months ago, Kawempe North voters went to the polls to elect their Member of parliament in by election caused by the death of Muhammed Ssegirinya who died after battling illnesses for a long time. The by-election was birthed and clothed with bloodshed and violence even on the day of the polls where security pitched camp everywhere with army mambas and tankers seen inside polling stations. Ultimately, National Unity Platform candidate Erias Nalukoola emerged victorious with over 17,000 votes leaving all the other 9 candidates trailing including NRM’s Faridah Nambi who polled around 9000 votes. Nambi would later run to…

A high-level MTN Group delegation, led by Group Chairman Mcebisi Jonas and Group President and Chief Executive Officer Ralph Mupita, visited Uganda this week to engage with national leaders and key stakeholders. The visit underscores MTN Group’s enduring commitment to Uganda as a strategic market within its pan-African growth agenda. The visit formed part of a broader leadership engagement platform bringing together Board Chairs from MTN’s operating companies and senior executives across the Group. It provided a strategic opportunity to strengthen ties with government and industry leaders, align on shared priorities, and advance MTN’s commitments to Uganda’s digital and socio-economic…

Robert Prevost, a missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, has been elected the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church and presented to the world by Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti from the Loggia of Blessings of St. Peter’s Basilica. Prevost born in Chicago USA a 69 member of the Augustinian religious order, took the name Leo XIV. He has appeared on the loggia of St. Peter’s Square this evening wearing the traditional red cape of the papacy a cape that Pope Francis had eschewed on his…

Pope Francis died on 21st April 2025 a day after waving at 1000s of Catholics who had gathered at the St. Peters square to celebrate Easter. The Pontiff who was very sick appeared the central Window of the Basilica raising hopes of full recovered among the faithful following months of ill health. He was interred few days later at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, as per his own wishes. The funeral and procession were attended by hundred of thousands of people and many world leaders. The service was held at St Peter’s Square in Vatican City and…

Owing to the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday 21st April 2025, the Catholic Church has now got a new Pope to replace the fallen Pontiff who rested at the age of 88 years after months of battling illness. Yesterday 7th May 2025, the College of Cardinals convened inside the revered Sistine Chappel in the Vatican to elect a new Pope. Two times since the commencement of the very secretive and indoor activity, the Chimney above the Sistine Chapel has been producing black smoke twice. ADVERT: BUY HOSTING AND GET A FREE DOMAIN NAME , CALL OR WHATSAPP +256758201313…

Kampala Uganda: – Bayobab Uganda is proud to announce the successful unveiling of its newest shortest and fastest fibre optic route – the Uganda Railway National Long Distance (NLD) from Malaba to Kampala. Bayobab, an MTN Group company, is the digital infrastructure pillar of the Group and one of industry leaders revolutionising connectivity across the East African Corridor. This transformative infrastructure project reinforces MTN’s vision of delivering connectivity to all by expanding its fibre footprint across the markets in which it operates. The strategic route spans 260 km from Kampala to Tororo, with an extension to Malaba, forming a critical…

MTN Uganda is rolling out an ambitious nationwide network upgrade aimed at enhancing voice, data, and mobile money services, ensuring customers enjoy a more seamless and superior digital experience. The three-month initiative, which runs through July 2025, is a key pillar of the company’s broader strategy to strengthen digital connectivity and elevate customer satisfaction across the country. Sylvia Mulinge, Chief Executive Officer of MTN Uganda, underscored that the upgrade goes beyond technical enhancements—it’s about empowering everyday life. “This upgrade is about transforming the daily digital experiences of millions of Ugandans. From students streaming lectures to entrepreneurs managing mobile transactions, our…