South Sudan's armed opposition has demanded that regional and international mediators relocate peace talks outside the capital, citing an unsafe and biased environment for negotiations. The SPLA/M-IO movement argues that Juba has become hostile and threatens potential participants with arrest and intimidation.
Oyet Nathaniel Pierino, the opposition's deputy chairman, sent a formal appeal to African Union representatives describing an atmosphere of fear that prevents meaningful dialogue. The group wants talks moved to a neutral location where members can speak freely without risking detention or persecution.
International pressure continues to mount against President Salva Kiir's government. The United Nations Secretary General...
Health education leaders in Uganda are pushing for a radical transformation of medical training, emphasizing practical skills over theoretical knowledge. Dr. Kedrace Turyagyenda, the Education Ministry's Permanent Secretary, challenged health institutions to prioritize hands-on learning that goes beyond classroom instruction.
Speaking at a national conference in Jinja, Turyagyenda stressed that medical professionals must develop expertise through repeated physical practice. Her message underscored the critical need for training programs that prepare students to handle complex medical situations with confidence and precision.
Uganda faces significant healthcare workforce challenges amid a rapidly expanding population of 45.9 million...
South Sudan's political tensions escalated dramatically as opposition leaders demanded the immediate release of First Vice President Riek Machar before potential peace negotiations. The Sudan People's Liberation Army-in-Opposition signaled a potential breakdown of the 2018 peace agreement through a letter to African Union representatives.
Oyet Nathaniel Pierino, the opposition's deputy chairman, forcefully argued that Machar's current house arrest by military intelligence and presidential guards threatens the entire national unity government. He specifically called for the unconditional liberation of Machar and several other detained political figures before diplomatic discussions could proceed.
Multiple international actors have...
A heated political confrontation erupted in Kisoro District when local lawmakers challenged Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa during a church restoration ceremony over unmet government promises.
Eddie Kwizera Wagahungu, representing Bukimbiri County, sharply criticized the ruling National Resistance Movement for exaggerating its accomplishments and neglecting critical infrastructure commitments. The legislator specifically targeted the stalled Mutolere-Nyakabande road project, which remains unfinished despite repeated governmental assurances.
Wagahungu directly questioned President Yoweri Museveni's claims about road completion, drawing audible support from the gathered audience. He argued that if high-ranking officials like retired...
Makerere University Business School will transform its campus into a pan-African cultural showcase on April 4, bringing together students from across the continent to celebrate their diverse heritage. The landmark event promises an electrifying evening of music, dance, and artistic expression, headlined by popular Ugandan performers Fik Fameika and Vinka.
Orchestrated through collaboration between the university's social affairs ministry, student leadership, and Coca-Cola, the gala represents more than just entertainment. Students from Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Uganda's various ethnic groups will converge to highlight their unique cultural traditions through storytelling, performances, and...
Uganda's electricity distribution landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as the government and Umeme Limited negotiate the financial details of the company's exit from its 20-year concession. The electricity distribution agreement concluded on February 28, 2025, with Umeme officially transferring operations to the state-owned Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited on April 1.
Umeme initially proposed a buyout amount of $234 million for infrastructure investments, but Auditor General Edward Akol recommended a substantially lower payment of $118 million. Parliament had previously approved borrowing $190 million from Stanbic Bank to facilitate the transaction, setting the stage for complex financial negotiations...
Parliamentary scrutiny intensified on Tuesday as lawmakers challenged the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions over budget allocations and operational integrity. Members of the legal affairs committee systematically dismantled the agency's funding request, alleging widespread misconduct and political manipulation of judicial processes.
Erute County South representative Jonathan Odur spearheaded the criticism, demanding comprehensive accountability for case management. He challenged prosecutors about high-profile pending investigations, specifically referencing retired Colonel Kizza Besigye's unresolved legal matter and questioning the agency's commitment to evidential standards.
Allegations of systemic interference emerged as...
Lightning struck a primary school in Uganda's Masaka city on Tuesday, killing three educators and leaving 15 students hospitalized with serious injuries. The devastating electrical discharge hit Sserinya Community Primary School during an intense rainstorm that pummeled the region for roughly 90 minutes.
Deputy headteacher Joseph Kabanda reported a thunderous explosion near a tree, followed immediately by students screaming as staff and pupils collapsed unconscious. The powerful electrical strike decimated the classroom block, creating widespread panic among survivors and witnesses at the educational facility.
Emergency medical personnel swiftly transported all victims to St Joseph's Hospital Kitovu for urgent treatment. Joseph Yiga...
A new wave of agricultural innovation is sweeping across East Africa, with entrepreneurs transforming traditional farming through agroecological approaches that prioritize sustainability, biodiversity, and economic empowerment. At a recent conference in Nairobi, leaders from Uganda and Zimbabwe showcased groundbreaking strategies that blend indigenous wisdom with modern agricultural techniques.
Four pioneering entrepreneurs are reshaping agricultural systems through innovative enterprises. Kanyesigye, a Ugandan dairy farmer, has developed a multifaceted business producing goat milk products that serve specialized nutritional needs. Her farm generates health-focused offerings like soap, lotions, and organic fertilizers, demonstrating...
