Author: Aijuka Peter

Zadock Amanyisa, a 28-year-old information officer at West Ankole Diocese, shares his experience of saving money from his wedding contributions and using it to start a business. He married Ruth Amanyisa in April 2018, and throughout the wedding planning, he remained focused on keeping costs low and manageable. Initially, Zadock wanted a small wedding with a budget of 9 million Ugandan shillings. However, due to family pressure, the budget increased to 15 million. Despite this, Zadock was determined not to overspend. With the help of close friends, he cut the budget down to 5.67 million shillings. Though others criticized his…

Sometimes we go through life wondering if we’ve made a lasting impression on someone, not just in passing, but in a way that stays with them. We might ask ourselves, “Do they ever think about me?” especially when we feel a quiet but undeniable connection. While we can’t read minds, human behavior often speaks louder than words. There are subtle signs, natural and unforced, that reveal when someone is thinking about you far more than you realize. 1. They check in with you unexpectedly Have you ever received a message or a call out of nowhere — just a simple…

The Prime Minister (Katikkiro) of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has openly criticized Pastor Joseph Serwadda for supporting marriage between people from the same clan. The statement was made after a sermon by Pastor Serwadda went viral online on Wednesday, July 17, 2025. In Buganda culture, people from the same clan are considered brothers and sisters, even if they are not directly related by blood. Marrying within the same clan is strongly forbidden and seen as a violation of traditional values. “I just heard a pastor saying that the Bible doesn’t stop people from marrying their sisters. I was shocked because…

A major corruption scandal has hit Butambala District, with four senior local government officials charged in court for allegedly stealing fuel worth over UGX 431 million meant for road maintenance under the UGX 1 billion Road Maintenance Grant. The accused — Naigembe Jesica (Ag. District Engineer), Wandera Joseph (Chief Financial Officer), Muwaga Fred (District Internal Auditor), and Kizito Charles Mukalazi (Driver) — were arraigned before the Butambala Chief Magistrate’s Court on charges of Theft of Fuel and Conspiracy to Defraud. The quartet was remanded until July 28, 2025, as investigations continue. The case is being prosecuted by the Office of…

The High Court in Jinja has officially dissolved the 14-year marriage between Kawongolo Kataswa and Claudine Uwineza, following startling admissions that the union was never rooted in genuine affection but rather in a desperate struggle for survival. Presiding over the case, Justice Lawrence Gidudu delivered the ruling on Monday after Kawongolo filed for divorce in 2022. The couple had wedded on May 14, 2011, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Jinja and had three children together—Jeremiah (13), Nehemiah (11), and Shelemiah (9). According to court documents, the marriage began to deteriorate in December 2018 when Uwineza abruptly abandoned…

Tension has taken over Kamuli District after Sowedi Egumbye, the husband of Kamuli Woman MP hopeful Sarah Auma, was shot dead by police on Wednesday night. The shooting happened just hours before the NRM party primaries, leaving many people shocked and confused. According to the police, the incident occurred around 11 p.m. Authorities say a group of people linked to Sarah Auma’s campaign went to the home of Buzaaya County MP Martin Muzaale. The group was moving in a convoy of cars and reportedly forced their way into Muzaale’s compound by ramming one of their vehicles through his gate. Busoga…

By Denis Jjuuko To further decongest this busy highway, the government recently held a ground breaking ceremony for the construction of the Mpigi-Kasanje-Nakawuka-Kisubi road as well as the Nakawuka-Nateete road. People travelling to Entebbe from Masaka or any part of southwestern Uganda will not have to drive all the way to Busega and join the Kampala-Entebbe Expressway. They can use these roads to connect to Entebbe, thereby shortening the distance and cost it currently requires. There is also a ferry service on Lake Victoria connecting Entebbe at Nakiwogo to Buwaya near Mpigi. Although I described Mpigi town in unflattering terms…

Uganda is undergoing a major transformation fueled by some of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in its history. These government-led mega projects span across energy, transportation, oil and gas, sports, and urban development. From oil pipelines to world-class stadiums, Uganda is positioning itself as a regional powerhouse in trade, energy, and connectivity. Here is an in-depth look at thirteen of the most significant government projects shaping the future of the country. 1. East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) One of the largest infrastructure projects in East Africa, the East African Crude Oil Pipeline stretches 1,443 kilometers from Hoima in Uganda…

As the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) gears up for the 2026 general elections, political tensions in Ssembabule district’s Lwemiyaga constituency have reached a boiling point. A heated confrontation broke out on polling day between the incumbent Member of Parliament, Theodore Ssekikuubo, and his main challenger, retired Brigadier Emmanuel Rwashande. The two political heavyweights clashed in front of voters and NRM polling officials at a local polling station. Despite attempts by electoral staff to defuse the situation, the argument quickly escalated from a verbal exchange into personal insults. The altercation highlights the intensity of the contest to secure the party’s…

A 22-year-old woman, identified as Deborah Ememem, was found dead under a bed in a hotel room several days after she had checked in with a male companion. Deborah had checked into the hotel on the night of June 14, accompanied by a man believed to be her boyfriend. The two had reportedly gone there to relax after celebrating her birthday the previous day. When Deborah’s mother was unable to reach her and her calls went unanswered, she became worried. After several failed attempts to get in touch, she reported her daughter missing at the nearest police station. Investigations began…