Uganda plans to spend another 4.5 billion shillings fixing Uganda House. The government building sits in Nairobi, Kenya. Protesters burned it during tax demonstrations last June. The country has already spent 24.8 billion shillings on earlier repairs. No one has paid Uganda back for the damage.
Parliament members heard from foreign affairs officials this week. Vincent Bagiire is the ministry's top official. He told lawmakers that Kenya sent two letters saying sorry. The insurance company refused to pay. Legal experts agreed the company did not have to cover the costs.
Lawmakers want complete records of all money spent on the building. One member asked why Uganda has not sued Kenya in court. He pointed out that other countries have...
A court hearing for opposition leaders descended into chaos when violence erupted at Nakawa Chief Magistrate's Court. Security operatives and supporters clashed after an opposition official attempted to record the tense courtroom atmosphere. Punches flew as a plainclothes officer grabbed a phone and attacked people.
Defense lawyers dramatically withdrew from the proceedings over the lead counsel's absence. Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajj Obeid Lutale, along with UPDF Captain Denis Oola, faced treason charges. The legal team argued they could not continue without Martha Karua present.
The court rejected arguments for the defendants' release on constitutional grounds. Prosecutors maintained the accused had not exceeded pre-trial detention...
Political tensions erupted at Kabale Municipal Stadium during local NRM party elections. Former MP Hon. Aja Andrew Baryayanga encountered resistance when security personnel blocked his stadium entry around 11:02 AM. Campaign supporters pushed back, ultimately forcing their way inside and compelling security to allow Baryayanga and his team access.
Parallel challenges emerged as Counsel Eliab Naturinda Mporera also faced entry restrictions. Journalists covering the event encountered barriers preventing media access to polling areas, sparking transparency concerns about the electoral process.
Separately, Sheikh Kassim Kamugisha experienced electoral setbacks after NRM Electoral Commission Chairperson Dr. Tanga Odoi disqualified him from...
President Museveni told Ugandans to focus on the Parish Development Model during his visit to Nakasongola. He said people waste time hunting for government jobs that barely exist. The government employs just 480,000 workers, but Uganda has 46 million people. Private companies and farms create far more employment opportunities. Factories already employ 1.2 million people compared to government positions.
The president gave examples of successful farmers who hire many workers. Minister Fred Byamukama employs 26 people on his 4-acre farm. Richard Nyakana uses 1.2 acres and employs 15 workers. Uganda has 40 million acres of farmable land available. Smart farming could create 105 million jobs across the country.
Parish savings groups could...
Opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye and ally Hajj Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya return to Nakawa Chief Magistrate's Court today. They face treason charges that could carry serious penalties. The court had previously set their next appearance for May 29. Their early return comes as a surprise to many observers. UPDF Captain Dennis Ola also faces the same charges.
The three men appeared before the court last Wednesday. Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago serves as their defense lawyer. He argued that authorities should have released his clients after six months on remand. The law requires release when suspects spend that long without committal to the High Court. May 20 marked exactly six months since their detention began.
Kenyan police arrested...
Ugandan journalist Agather Atuhaire has been found alive after going missing for days. Tanzanian officials left her at the Mutukula border crossing late Thursday night. She appeared hurt and had no official deportation papers. Friends and family members are helping her get back to Kampala. Her legs show signs of serious swelling from alleged beatings.
Sources say guards beat her feet with heavy objects during detention. The torture left her legs badly swollen and painful. She can barely walk after the abuse she suffered. One person close to her confirmed the injuries but asked to remain unnamed. Safety concerns keep many people from speaking openly about her case.
Atuhaire had traveled to Tanzania to attend a court hearing for...
NBS Bank plc has extended its partnership with Rabobank from the Netherlands. The deal runs through June 2026. Leaders signed the agreement at Rabo Partnership's 35th Anniversary Conference. The two banks started working together informally in 2016 and made it official in 2018.
The partnership targets four main areas: food and agriculture finance, energy transition, data management, and credit process improvements. CEO Temwani Simwaka says international teamwork helps rural finance grow in developing markets. Rabobank's technical skills have helped NBS Bank change dramatically over recent years. The Dutch bank helped fix IT systems and launch agency banking services.
NBS Bank has completely turned around since the partnership started...
Online slot games have evolved from simple spinning wheels into complex entertainment systems. Modern free games focus on fun rather than gambling pressure. Bright colors and creative themes turn casual play into exciting digital adventures. Players escape into different worlds, from ancient Egypt to futuristic cities. Through careful visual design, each game creates its unique personality.
Smart game makers use psychology to keep players interested. Small wins trigger dopamine responses that make people feel good about playing. Level systems and achievement badges give players goals beyond just winning money. Multiple reward layers make every spin feel important. These techniques come from mobile gaming research about player...
Malawi holds elections on September 16 for president, parliament, and local councils. Results come out on September 24 for the presidential race first. Parliamentary and councillor results follow after that date. Presidential hopefuls must file papers during the first week. Each candidate picks their running mate at that time.
Violence already marks the campaign period before voting starts. The ruling Malawi Congress Party blocks opposition groups from campaigning in their strong areas. MCP thugs with pangas attacked lawmakers near Parliament in Lilongwe. Police have not arrested these criminals despite clear video evidence. Opposition parties face harassment across multiple regions.
President Lazarus Chakwera faces challenger Arthur...
