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26 March 2026, 3:33 pm
Minister Mao explains copyright bill to musicians ahead of presidential assent
By Richard Musaazi The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has met with musicians and explained the provisions of the newly approved Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Bill, recently passed by Parliament and now awaiting the President’s assent to…
26 March 2026, 2:59 pm
Fort Portal high court rules against 150 families in Kajumbura land case
By Asuman Kyalisiima Over 150 households residing on the contested land of one Proscovia Kajumbura that is located in Ruyonza subcounty Kyegegwa district, are seeking for the immediate intervention of H.E YK Museveni following threats of eviction court order. Court…
26 March 2026, 2:31 pm
UBOS releases 2024 multidimensional poverty index census monograph
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has today released the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) Census Monograph 2024 Volume 5 at its headquarters in Kampala. Speaking at the launch, Dr. Chris Mukiza, Executive Director of UBOS, said the…
26 March 2026, 8:27 am
Lightning Strikes Kill Student in Oyam district
By Eman yonah oruk A tragic lightning strike yesterday evening claimed the life of Akona Isaac, a Senior Six student at Atapara Secondary School. Speaking to our reporter, Geoffrey Osendro, the new headteacher of Atapara SS, confirmed the incident occurred…
26 March 2026, 7:53 am
Lightning struck dead Atapara S.S student
By Agness Agilo A devastating incident has shaken the community as a student of Atapara SS in Oyam district was struck dead by lightning last evening. Speaking to Radio Wa Fm news desk, Vincent Ogwang, the Director of Studies of…
25 March 2026, 9:50 am
Lucky Kids Academy wins MTN MoMo van
By Ronald Ssemagonja Lucky Kids Academy in Bweyogerere, Nakawa Division, has received a brand-new school van after emerging the first winner in an ongoing promotion by MTN Mobile Money Uganda Limited. The van was officially handed over yesterday by Jemima…
15 March 2026, 8:11 pm
KCCA meets Owino Market leaders after partial demolition
By Ronald Ssemagonja Following the demolition of part of St. Balikuddembe Market, commonly known as Owino, the Executive Director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Sharifa Buzeki, yesterday held a meeting with some of the leaders working in the market.…
14 March 2026, 12:40 pm
Schools thank God for UACE success as Museveni supporters celebrate seventh term
By Ronald Ssemagonja Following the successful release of the 2025 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education results by the Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni, several schools across the country have held thanksgiving prayers to appreciate God for enabling their…
14 March 2026, 10:22 am
Wisdom High School Akalo, launched construction of state of the art multi-sports…
By Baker Okello In a move aimed at promoting sports talents, Wisdom High School Akalo in Kole district has expressed commitment in constructing a modern stadium in the school to enhance student health, fosters social skills and discipline among students.…
12 March 2026, 6:27 pm
Tayebwa clarifies on St. Balikuddembe land and recent demolition
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, has addressed concerns over the ownership of land around St. Balikuddembe Market (commonly known as Owino Market) following recent demolitions. Tayebwa emphasised that he has never ordered the…