Kampala Mayor Erias Lukwago claims President Museveni turned against his former allies who fought with him. He named Dr Kizza Besigye as the person most hurt among these former friends. Lukwago pointed to books written about Museveni, where people like Eria Kategaya, Sam Njuba, and Miria Matembe all tell stories of broken trust. He said the common theme across all these accounts shows a pattern of Museveni breaking promises to those closest to him.
Besigye served as Museveni's doctor during the war from 1981 to 1986. He left his job at Aga Khan Hospital to join the rebels who later took power. Besigye later became Museveni's strongest critic and spent much time in prison for his opposition. Lukwago says Besigye knows Museveni better...
The Ugandan community needs help sending Dr. Joseph Rukanshagiza home for burial after he died May 4 in New York at age 72. Dr. Rukanshagiza came from Kabale Town and studied in America, where he became a champion runner at Siena College. Friends called him Joe Ruk because he won many races and set records that still stand today. He earned several college degrees and taught at multiple schools across New York state.
He wrote books about African politics and always welcomed foreign students into his home. He never forgot Uganda despite living in America for decades. His three children and five grandchildren survived him after the memorial services last weekend. The family wants to honor his wish to return to Uganda for burial...
ZAOGA church recently turned down a gift from businessman Wicknell Chivayo. He tried to give them a new Toyota Land Cruiser car and $250,000 cash. Chivayo has given many cars to famous people across Zimbabwe. Critics question where his money comes from. Some think he gives gifts to keep people loyal to the government.
The church said no because they follow God more than money. A church member told the media that they care about righteousness above material things. They said the kingdom of God matters most to them. The family noted they never received a formal offer anyway. Like everyone else, they only saw the post on social media.
The church's response shows that they value their beliefs over wealth. Many people praised ZAOGA online...
The UK plans to stop giving care worker visas to people from other countries later this year. Care homes must hire workers who already live in the UK instead of bringing staff from abroad. This change will hit Zimbabwe hard because many people leave that country to work in British care homes. The government wants to focus on skilled workers rather than care jobs. Officials expect these rules will cut migration numbers by up to 50,000 each year.
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said companies should hire British citizens or extend visas for foreign workers already there. She promised to create better pay for care workers to attract more local people to these jobs. Care sector leaders worry these changes will make staff shortages worse. One...
The Community Water Alliance plans to hold a meeting for civil groups about Africa's water rules after 2025. Civil society groups will gather on May 13 to discuss water issues before a larger meeting in Zambia. This event aims to bring more people together to discuss future water rules for Africa. The alliance wants to ensure everyone has a voice in creating plans for water use. They hope to fix the problem of scattered ideas among different groups who care about water.
The alliance leader said many civil groups have stayed away from making a vision for water after 2025. He explained that they want to help people learn about the process and add their ideas. The alliance praised Zimbabwe officials for asking citizens what they think...
Experts say Zimbabwe will grow its economy over the next three years despite global trade problems. The country expects 6 percent growth this year as farms recover from last year's drought. A better power supply helps businesses make more goods. Mining remains strong, with steady prices for most metals except gold.
The government plans to process more minerals inside Zimbabwe instead of selling raw materials abroad, creating jobs for local people. Statistics show that processed platinum rose 15 percent compared to last year. Gold, chrome, and ferrochrome producers also plan to refine more materials locally. According to the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency, manufacturing has grown 12 percent since 2024.
Companies have bought 20...
Police arrested six students from the Zimbabwe National Students' Union at the University of Zimbabwe yesterday. The students protested because their teachers stopped working last week over pay issues. Officers took Narshon Katsande, Blessing Mtisi, Tafadzwa Katsande, Tawananyasha Hove, Ndodesha Maingehama, and Tariro Mtukura to Avondale Police Station. Police have not charged them with any crime. The group held signs asking school leaders to pay teachers more money.
The student group warned school officials last week about these problems. They asked leaders to put off all tests until teachers returned to class. Students also wanted extra help with their studies during the strike. The union asked school officials to talk with teachers...
Fans packed Borrowdale Racecourse in Harare for the 65th Castle Tankard horse racing event. People bet money and cheered loudly for their horses during the races. The real fun started at the after-party with music acts performing late into the night. New performers Oriyano and Nisha Ts impressed everyone with their skills on stage. Nisha Ts showed why she has become popular with her polished performance.
Her financier, Tinashe Mutarisi, watched as she delivered a flawless show that amazed the crowd. Nisha comes from Chegutu and has risen to become a celebrated model through hard work. She sang popular tracks like Kutsamwa Kune Labour and Admire Kadembo that had people singing along. Her confidence on stage connected her with the...
A Zimbabwe judge freed journalist Blessed Mhlanga on Tuesday after his two-month jail stay. Justice Gibson Mandaza approved $500 bail, saying earlier courts made a mistake. Mhlanga faced arrest on February 24 for talking with Blessed Geza, who asked President Emmerson Mnangagwa to leave office. Rights groups slammed the detention as part of growing press limits. The case added to fears about less freedom in the southern African nation.
The earlier courts claimed Mhlanga might cause trouble if released. Geza, once part of the ruling Zanu-PF party, fights against plans to keep Mnangagwa as leader past 2028. He asked people to protest against the president, whom he called corrupt. Police arrested nearly 100 people during small protests on...
