Author: Evans Kalyango

By ALEX PITHUA The Forum for Democratic Change Party, FDC, has embarked on a course to take over Northern and Eastern Uganda as Uganda heads to yet another periodic general election. The party’s leadership have revealed. The FDC officials who pitched camp in Northern Uganda observed that they are optimistic to gain might in the two regions come rain, come shine, no storm shall wash them away. They said enormous unaddressed looming waves of poverty coupled with frustrating widespread land grabbing by the Balalo in Acholi sub-region, and rudimentary enforcement over the water bodies by the UPDF fisheries protection Units…

Following a production warranty issued by the Chief Magistrate of Nakawa to have Besigye and his co-accused presented before court today morning, it was not business as usual on the bench as lawyers stormed out of court. The appearance was impromptu and neither Besigye nor his lawyers were aware of what’s bringing them to court. They were only sure of the next hearing on Thursday 29th May next week where court will decide whether state amends the charge sheet or not. Briefly before Besigye entered court, men in plain clothes believed to be security operatives stormed the chambers and started…

Kampala, Uganda: Quality Chemical Industries Limited (Qcil) has secured a USD 36 million (UGX 133 billion) debt facility from Stanbic Bank Uganda to construct a second manufacturing facility. This new facility will not only increase production capacity for Qcil’s existing portfolio, but also enable the company to expand into new therapeutic areas, including the production of injectable medications. Qcil, founded in 2005 and headquartered in Luzira, Kampala, Uganda, is the largest producer of World Health Organization (WHO) pre-qualified HIV/AIDS and malaria treatments in the region and has an extensive footprint, with its products registered in 31 African countries. The investment…

Nakawa magistrate’s court issued a production warrant to have Besigye and his co-accused Obed Lutale and Captain Denis Oola appear in court today morning at 9:00am over yet to be known reasons. However, tensions flared as men in plain clothes stormed court and started punching Besigye’s supporters. The exchange of blows lasted for almost two minutes just before Besigye made entry to the court. Besigye’s has been behind bars since November last year following his abduction from a Nairobi apartment. He was initially charged by the General Court Martial but later his cases were transferred to the civilian court following…

Arua Uganda: – MTN Uganda has today extended its continued support to the Anglican Church by donating Ugx 10,000,000 to the Northern Cluster, which is leading this year’s Anglican Martyrs Day celebrations. The symbolic handover ceremony was held this morning in Arua and was presided over by the Bishop of Ma’di West Nile, Rt. Rev. Dr. Andaku Charles Collins, who is also a key figure in coordinating the Northern Cluster’s preparations. The Northern Cluster comprises five dioceses: Kitgum Diocese, Lango Diocese, Diocese of West Lango, Nebbi Diocese, and Diocese of Ma’di West Nile. Speaking during the handover, Phillip Odoi, MTN…

Mayuge, Uganda: – MTN Uganda has officially launched the Digida and Win with MTN CallerTunez campaign in Bugadde, Mayuge, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the Ugandan music industry while rewarding loyal customers for embracing local music culture. The campaign, which is rooted in MTN’s Ambition 2025 strategy to build the largest and most valuable platforms in Africa, offers customers an exciting chance to win 18 motorbikes and UGX 30M simply by activating their favourite CallerTunez. Music holds a special place in Ugandan culture, serving as a universal passion point that transcends age, background, and region. As the country’s number one…

In the news this afternoon, detectives have reportedly searched the home of missing former CID spokesperson Charles Twiine who has been missing since last week after meeting the police boss. It was revealed that Twine was last Wednesday summoned by his boss at Naguru. He drove from Mbarara back to Kampala for an urgent meeting with IGP Abbas Byakabaga. After the meeting he was reportedly handed over to SFC commandos who were in parking waiting for him. He has been missing since then with army and police denying knowledge of his where abouts until today when detectives showed up with…

Following a viral story of a man who was roughed and beaten up by the Special Forces Commandos as he rushed home to take his wife who was in labor to hospital, State House has opened up and revealed that they’re investigating this scenario and urged the public to provide information leading to the same. This comes at the heels of several complaints about the blocking of busy roads by SFC whenever the president is to use certain roads in Uganda. Despite the president having a right of way, it had become inconvenient when roads are closed for over 2…

Kampala Uganda: – Continuing its long-standing tradition of supporting religious initiatives of national significance, MTN Uganda has today extended its support to the Catholic Martyrs Day celebrations by contributing Ugx 15,000,000 to the Lugazi Diocese, the lead organizers of this year’s Catholic side of the event. The symbolic handover ceremony took place this morning at the Lugazi Diocese offices and was received by Msgr Richard Kayondo, the Vicar General of Lugazi Diocese and team leader for the Namugongo celebrations. In a bid to ensure the safety of pilgrims traveling to Namugongo, MTN also donated 500 reflector jackets, which will be…

The Electoral Commission (EC) will today, Thursday, May 15, 2025, conclude the nationwide display of the national voters’ register—an essential step in preparing for the upcoming general elections. Launched on April 25, 2025, the three-week exercise has allowed eligible Ugandans to confirm their voter details and flag any errors or irregularities, such as incorrect information, deceased individuals still listed, or multiple entries. Justice Simon Byabakama, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, emphasized the importance of the process in promoting electoral transparency and credibility. “This is a crucial opportunity for every eligible voter to ensure their information is accurate,” he said at…