Summary: Alupo emphasized the importance of collaboration to harness technology for global peace, security, and sustainable development. NEWS: The Vice President of Uganda, H.E. Jessica Rose Epel Alupo, has called for stronger international cooperation in technology and development, particularly between Russia and Africa. Alupo made this call during her address …
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President Museveni Mourns the Late Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi
Summary: President Museveni described Mateke as a calm and good person who managed to maneuver the difficult politics of Kisoro district without creating enemies, which explains why most people have only spoken good things about her. KAMPALA: President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has revealed that Sarah Mateke, the former Minister of …
Read More »Fallen State Minister for Defence Sarah Mateke to Be Laid to Rest Next Thursday in Kisoro
Summary: Sarah Mateke was born in Chahi subcounty, Kisoro District, in the Kigezi region, to Philemon Mateke, a former State Minister for Regional Affairs, and Joy Rwanfizi Mateke, a professional teacher. KAMPALA: The late State Minister for Defence, Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, will be laid to rest on Thursday, September 12, …
Read More »Parliament Mourns the Sudden Death of State Minister for Defence, Sarah Mateke
Summary: Nyirabashitsi, who was also the Woman MP for Kisoro District, allegedly succumbed to a heart attack. KAMPALA: The Parliament of Uganda is mourning the sudden death of the State Minister for Defence, Sarah Mateke, who passed away on Saturday morning in Kampala. Speaker of Parliament, Rt Hon Anita Annet …
Read More »Minister Sarah Mateke Dies at 50
Summary: She died at a hospital in Kampala at the age of 50. KAMPALA: The State Minister of Defense and Veterans Affairs, who also serves as the Kisoro District Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, has passed away. Nyirabashitsi reportedly succumbed to a heart attack. She died at …
Read More »BREAKING NEWS: Bobi Wine Allegedly Shot and Injured by Security Operatives in Wakiso
Summary: According to a tweet from the official NUP X (formerly Twitter) account, Bobi Wine was allegedly shot by security operatives in Bulindo, Wakiso District. WAKISO: Reports indicate that Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine and President of the National Unity Platform (NUP), has been shot in the …
Read More »President Museveni Meets Over 100 Musicians at State House, Entebbe
Summary: President Museveni cautioned against identity politics based on tribe and religion, warning that such divisions could hinder development and foster hatred. KAMPALA: On Wednesday, 21st August 2024, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni held a meeting with a group of over 100 musicians at State House, Entebbe. The gathering was organized …
Read More »Minister Bahati Highlights Value Addition and Factory Maintenance as Key to Africa’s Global Market Strategy
Summary: Minister Bahati pointed out that the African Continental Free Trade Area provides a vital framework for collective progress. NEWS: David Bahati, the Minister of State for Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives (Industry) in Uganda, emphasized the importance of adding value to produce and maintaining factories as a cornerstone of strategy …
Read More »President Museveni Appoints Singer Kenzo as Presidential Advisor on Creatives
Summary: Kenzo is a renowned Ugandan singer and music executive, serving as the president and founder of the Uganda National Musicians Federation and a member of Big Talent Entertainment. KAMPALA: On Wednesday, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni appointed Edrisa Musuuza, also known as Eddy Kenzo, as a presidential advisor on creatives. …
Read More »Besigye Surrounds Himself with Questionable Characters – FDC President Amuriat
Summary: Amuriat stated that the world can now see that the allegations made by Dr. Besigye against the FDC leadership were intended to tarnish both the Secretary General and himself for selfish, personal reasons. KAMPALA: Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Party President Patrick Oboi Amuriat has accused Dr. Kizza Besigye …
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