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A businessperson named Daniel Owusu Koranteng faced continued detention at the Madina District Court after prosecutors amended charges related to the death of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale. The court, overseen by Judge Susana Nyakotey, denied Koranteng's bail application and remanded him...

The Akatsi North District Assembly in Ghana's Volta Region unanimously approved Mr. Bless Kodjo Katamani as their new District Chief Executive through a landmark vote. All 18 assembly members, representing both elected and government-appointed positions, voted in favor of the nominee, achieving...

President John Dramani Mahama enacted a pivotal legislative amendment on Wednesday, transforming financial allocations across critical national sectors. The Earmarked Funds Capping and Realignment Bill modifies funding mechanisms for several key government institutions, including healthcare...

A local traditional council has levied a substantial fine against social media users who spread explicit digital content featuring young women from Ghana's Bono Region. The Drobo Traditional Council announced a penalty of 6,000 Ghanaian cedis and six sheep for individuals who redistribute or...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Uganda's mounting public debt has triggered serious alarm as a recent audit exposes a critical financial management crisis. Government records reveal a staggering $4.49 billion in unspent loans, despite continuous borrowing for national development projects. Between 2013 and 2024, the country...

Over decades, well-intentioned African leaders have implemented economic policies that ultimately undermined national progress, revealing how noble aspirations can precipitate unintended consequences. Tanzania offers a stark example through its socialist experiment called Ujamaa, launched by...

The Ugandan government is aggressively reshaping its tax landscape through comprehensive reform proposals that promise to energize economic growth and modernize revenue collection. The 2025 tax amendment bills represent a strategic approach to addressing systemic inefficiencies and creating...

At the bustling core of Kampala, motorcycle taxi operators navigate a complex urban landscape, darting between obstacles and societal perceptions. These riders, often stigmatized as chaotic and dangerous, represent a critical economic lifeline for thousands struggling to survive. Their...

A decades-old mapping controversy has reignited public tensions across Uganda. A disputed graphic has sparked widespread debate about regional representation and cultural identity. Digital platforms and media channels have amplified discussions surrounding a map that historically omitted the...

President Yoweri Museveni elevated Major Arthur Mugyenyi to lead the Internal Security Organization, filling a critical leadership vacancy that emerged after Brigadier General Charles Oluka's death on January 29, 2025. The presidential appointment marks a significant promotion for Mugyenyi, who...

A Ugandan high court has ruled that the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence, recently renamed Defense Intelligence and Security, cannot legally detain suspects. Justice Richard Wejuli Wabwire from the International Crimes Division found the detention center unauthorized under current legal...