Author: Aijuka Peter
Police in Kamuli District have shot and killed Sowedi Egumbye, the husband of National Resistance Movement (NRM) Kamuli District Woman MP aspirant Sarah Auma, following a late-night incident linked to political violence. According to police, the shooting occurred around 11:00 p.m. after a group allegedly associated with Auma’s campaign forcefully entered the home of Buzaaya County MP, Martin Muzaale. Busoga North police spokesperson, ASP Michael Kasadha, stated that the group arrived in a motorcade and used one of their vehicles to ram through the gate of Hon. Muzaale’s residence. “They used one of the cars to knock down the gate…
Construction of the Hoima City Stadium has entered a critical stage, with significant progress now visible on multiple fronts. The $129 million project, which will be a key venue for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, is moving steadily towards completion. On Wednesday, contractors reported that the upper car park had been paved with its first layer of asphalt. Roofing work is also advancing well, with the membrane now halfway installed and exterior cladding progressing even faster. All structural trusses are now in place, marking the completion of one of the stadium’s major engineering milestones. Inside the 20,000-seater facility, attention…
There’s something sacred about midnight. It’s when the world is quiet, the distractions fade, and everything slows down—except your thoughts. Midnight is when the silence can feel deafening and your problems feel larger than life. It’s the hour of wrestling, wondering, and sometimes weeping. But it’s also the hour of breakthrough. In Scripture and in life, midnight represents transition—the end of one day and the start of another. It’s a liminal space, a spiritual threshold. And when we choose to call on the name of Jesus at midnight, powerful things begin to happen. You may be facing a personal midnight…
Controversial political commentator Frank Gashumba has stirred yet another storm with scathing remarks about Members of Parliament, accusing them of using public office as a shortcut out of poverty rather than a platform to serve the nation. Speaking on the Entugga programme on Radio 4, Gashumba launched into a blistering critique, claiming that many Ugandan politicians enter Parliament financially unstable, only to rapidly enrich themselves once in office. “The moment most of them step into Parliament, their lives change overnight,” Gashumba said. “They abandon the people who voted for them and focus entirely on personal gain.” He singled out Mukono…
In a resounding warning to corrupt public officials across Uganda, the Anti-Corruption Division of the High Court has today sentenced the former Chairperson of the Rakai District Service Commission, David Mpuga, to five years in prison or a UGX 7.2 million fine after he was found guilty of soliciting bribes from job seekers. Mpuga, a key figure in the district’s human resource machinery, was convicted for demanding UGX 20 million from a candidate applying for the position of Agricultural Officer. The former chairperson allegedly promised the job in exchange for the hefty sum — a practice that has become alarmingly…
Authorities have arraigned three individuals before the Otuke Magistrates Court in connection with a large-scale fraud involving the government’s cattle compensation program in Otuke District. The suspects — Obua Denith, Okeng Joel, and Ayo Jonan — were jointly charged with theft and unlawful possession of National Identity Cards belonging to other individuals. The case was presented by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), in collaboration with the State House Anti-Corruption Unit and the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID). According to the prosecution, the accused conspired with others still at large to exploit vulnerable residents — particularly elderly claimants…
Infidelity is one of the most painful experiences a couple can go through, especially in marriage where trust and commitment are sacred. While every situation is different, understanding why some men cheat can help both partners address deeper issues and begin the healing process. Cheating doesn’t always mean a man doesn’t love his wife—it often reflects unmet needs, personal struggles, or poor communication. Here are eight human-centered reasons why men cheat in marriages: 1. Emotional Disconnection Many men cheat when they feel emotionally distant from their partners. If a man feels ignored, unloved, or unappreciated at home, he may seek…
From January 12 to February 9, 2026, Ugandans will head to the polls to elect leaders across various levels, including Presidential, Parliamentary, and Local Government Councils (City/District, Municipality/City Division, and Sub-County/Town/Municipal Division), in accordance with Article 61(2) of the Constitution. According to a July 2024 press release from the Electoral Commission Chairperson, Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi, the nomination of presidential candidates will take place from October 2 to 3, 2025. Parliamentary candidates will be nominated from September 16 to 17, 2025. Justice Simon Mugenyi Byabakama Key deadlines include: August 1, 2025: Submission of academic credentials for presidential aspirants. June 13, 2025:…
In a ruling that has stirred nationwide discussion on marriage, culture, and human rights, Uganda’s Constitutional Court has upheld the legality of polygamy, declaring it a matter of personal choice and constitutional freedom, so long as all parties involved consent. The unanimous ruling, delivered on July 10, 2025, comes in response to a high-profile petition filed by the Women’s Probono Initiative, a women’s rights organisation, which sought to outlaw the practice because it perpetuates inequality, emotional distress, and potential violence against women and children. But in a powerful lead judgment, Justice Margaret Tibulya held that consenting adults who willingly enter…
President Yoweri Museveni left a crowd in stitches after humorously comparing himself to First Lady Janet Museveni during a recent public address. Speaking about the importance of supporting local furniture manufacturers, Museveni endorsed the idea of government institutions, MDAs, and schools being the main buyers of locally made furniture. He praised the plan as viable and promised support, but quickly shifted tone in a lighthearted remark that amused the audience. “The idea of government MDAs and schools being key buyers of your furniture is a good one,” Museveni said. “And by the way, Mama Janet is no joke unlike me…