Author: Evans Kalyango

A police boss has been remanded to prison for stealing building materials worth 17 million from a construction site in Wakiso district in 2023 until recently when he was arrested and arraigned before court. The accused in SP Begira Avido who is Police’s human resources officer at the Wamala region was nabbed by the State House Anti Corruption Unit together with the CID and presented before the Makindye Magistrate’s Court to answer the charged. It is alleged that on February 10, 2023, at Kanaaba Zone in Makindye Ssabagabo, Wakiso District, using impunity, the accused stole building materials, including iron sheets, poles,…

News coming indicate that a plane carrying 242 passengers and crew members has crashed in India’s Gujarat region after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in the city of Ahmedabad. Flight AI171 Boeing Dreamliner belonging to Air India was headed for London’s Gatwick Airport crashed few minutes after taking off. Videos seen by this website show a huge smoke at the crash site as rescue teams try to put off the fire. Air India has since revealed more details regarding the crash but the number of fatalities and those injured remains unknown. The Airline however says those injured…

In the news this morning, a dark cloud of sorrow hovers above Busoga and Kamuli district following the death of Maxwell Kuwembula Mugude the LC5 Chairperson of Kamuli district who perished in an accident this morning along the Kayunga-Kampala road. According to a police statement by SSP Patrick Onyango, the accident happened at the Ministry of Water and Environment office in Nakifuma, along the Nakifuma-Kayunga road involving UBR 835K (Hacman, yellow) driven by an unknown driver and UG 699M (Toyota Hilux Double Cabin, white) driven by Kuwembula Maxwell, the LC 5 chairman of Kamuli District, who was heading to Kamuli from…

MTN MoMo and Sanlam Investments’ Yinvesta empowers everyday earners to start investing today Uganda’s youth are rewriting the rules of work—and now, with Yinvesta, they can rewrite the rules of money too. The hustle is real. Across Kampala and beyond, Uganda’s Gen Zs are redefining the workday. From content creators monetizing their TikTok accounts, to riders delivering orders on mobile apps, and freelancers juggling gigs from multiple platforms—young Ugandans are embracing the freedom of the gig economy. It’s flexible, fast-paced, and deeply digital. But when it comes to money, that same flexibility can become a trap. Irregular income. No safety…

Government of Uganda through the Ministry of works has ultimately suspended the implementation of the Express Penalty System (EPS) which had caused tension and panic among motorists over express tickets that were raining on their phones. The decision to suspend the EPS follows protests from motorists who questioned the system’s implementation and unrealistic penalties and other factors. Much as the motive was in good faith to counter road carnage, the implementation looked like a government’s cash cow to exploit Ugandans. ADVERT: FOR THE BEST WEBHOSTING AND WEB DESIGNS IN UGANDA, CALL OR WHATSAPP +256758201313 In an a social media post…

Motorists in Uganda are facing hard times as the Express Penalty System rolled out few weeks ago by Uganda Police and Ministry of works starts biting with penalties especially due to over speeding. Majority of these are crying foul over Speed Cameras planted across the city and major roads which are issuing them with penalty tickets without clear description of the offences they’ve committed. Ministry of works rolled out this Penalty system across major roads with speed limits ranging between 30 and 50K/h which majority say is impossible. These also accuse the system of issuing them with several tickets in…

Reports have been swirling on social media indicating how Covid-19 is back in style in Uganda as the country prepares for the 2026 General Elections. Some believed the reports while some thought it was another strategy to limit people from gathering during campaigns. These rumors started from Buliisa district where reports suggested that authorities had discovered 10 covid-19 cases from the Oil camp facilities and were undergoing treatment. ADVERT: FOR THE BEST WEB HOSTING, WEB DESIGNS AND DOMAIN NAMES, CALL OR WHATSAPP +256758201313 However, the Ministry of Health is a widely publicized press statement signed by the Director General of…

KYEGEGWA, UGANDA — The fourth edition of the MTN Kabode Tooro Kingdom Amasaza Tournament kicked off in emphatic fashion Sunday at Humura Playground, with Kyaka County making a statement in both football and netball. In front of a lively crowd, Kyaka’s football team secured a 2-0 victory over Kibaale County, while their netball squad steamrolled through the competition, booking an early spot in the semifinals. The tournament, sponsored by MTN Uganda, continues to serve as a unifying force for the kingdom, blending sports, culture, and health awareness under this year’s theme: “Get Tested & Know Your HIV Status: Leaving No…

In a significant move to support local talent and entertainment, Stanbic Bank has announced a UGX 15 million sponsorship for singer Stecia Mayanja’s upcoming concert, scheduled for 7th June 2025 at the Kampala Serena Hotel. Speaking during a press conference held in Entebbe, Joel Byakika, the Flexipay Distribution Manager, revealed that the financial boost aims to enhance production quality and improve the overall experience for fans attending the event. He stated that the sponsorship underscores Stanbic Bank’s commitment to fostering the arts and empowering Ugandan artists. “Our purpose is clear: Uganda is our home, and we drive her growth. This…

Kampala Uganda:- MTN Uganda today kicked off the 2025 edition of 21 Days of Y’ello Care, the company’s annual employee volunteerism initiative. This year’s campaign, themed “Connecting at the Roots – Connecting Communities through Digital Tools,” will run from June 1 to June 21, 2025, and focuses on supporting communities that continue to face barriers to digital access and connectivity. In line with the group-wide campaign theme, MTN Uganda and its partners including Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, MTN Mobile Money Uganda Ltd, Bayobab, Maendeleo Foundation, AYO Uganda and Roofings Group, Transsion and Xeno Investment Ltd among others, is…