Author: Onion
The government has announced that medical interns will no longer receive monthly allowances starting August 2026, following a major reform that integrates internship training into university medical degree programs. Under the new arrangement, medical students will complete their internship before graduation, extending the duration of training to six years. The policy was approved by Cabinet in 2024 and jointly developed by the Ministries of Health and Education. According to health officials, the reform is intended to strengthen medical training by ensuring students complete both academic and practical requirements before qualifying as doctors. Authorities say the previous system allowed students to…
Veteran Ugandan dancehall artist David Sifaayo, popularly known as Master Parrot, has reportedly died following a tragic road accident along the Kampala Northern Bypass. According to eyewitness accounts and preliminary police reports, the accident happened on Monday evening in the Masanafu area. Reports indicate that the singer was attempting to cross the busy highway when he was knocked by a speeding motorcycle. He is said to have sustained critical injuries and died at the scene before medical assistance could arrive. His body was later taken to Mulago City Mortuary pending a postmortem examination. Master Parrot rose to fame in the…
The High Court in Kampala has dismissed an application challenging the National Resistance Movement (NRM)’s nomination process for candidates seeking election to the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), ruling that the matter was not amenable to judicial review and awarding costs against the applicant. In the ruling delivered on May 29, 2026, by Justice Bernard Namanya, the court upheld a preliminary objection raised by the respondents. The NRM and the Chairman of the NRM Electoral Commission, Dr. Tanga Odoi, were represented by counsel Sebuufu Usaama of K&K Advocates, who successfully argued that the applicant had failed to exhaust the party’s…
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has unveiled a massive flagpole at its new headquarters complex in Mbuya, a structure military officials say is the tallest of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa. The towering mast has been installed at the new Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs headquarters, a major infrastructure project that is steadily approaching completion. Images and videos shared by the military show the giant structure rising prominently above Kampala, making it one of the most noticeable features of the new complex. According to UPDF officials, the flagpole will soon carry what they describe as one of the…
Students at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) have been left in shock following the sudden death of one of their colleagues, who was found dead in his hostel room. The deceased student had reportedly failed to attend an examination, raising concern among classmates who were unable to reach him. As hours passed without any communication, friends and fellow students decided to check on him at his place of residence. Their fears were confirmed when they discovered his lifeless body inside the hostel room. The tragic discovery quickly spread across the university community, triggering grief and disbelief among students…
Betting and gaming companies in Uganda withheld at least Shs 2.6 billion in winnings owed to players during the current financial year, according to the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB). The regulator revealed that 125 gamblers filed complaints after operators allegedly failed to pay out their winnings. The affected players turned to the board seeking intervention to recover money they believed they had legitimately won through licensed gaming platforms. NLGRB Chief Executive Officer Denis Ngabirano said the regulator has so far resolved 112 of the 125 complaints, helping players recover their winnings after investigations verified their claims. He…
Residents of Mbarara were left both shocked and amused after a local man reportedly slaughtered his remaining five goats and stored the meat in a freezer following a disagreement with his wife over the family’s livestock. According to the story circulating on social media, the conflict began after the man’s wife allegedly sold three goats without his consent and contributed the proceeds to a fundraising drive aimed at helping her pastor acquire a new vehicle. Sources familiar with the matter claim the husband was furious upon learning that the animals had been sold. Rather than risk losing any more livestock,…
A story circulating online has drawn attention after reports emerged about a pastor’s wife who allegedly ended up unintentionally sharing a private video in a WhatsApp group she was part of. According to accounts shared on social media, the incident is said to have occurred when the woman mistakenly uploaded a personal video into a group chat, believing she was sending it privately. The content was quickly viewed by multiple members of the group before it could be removed, leading to rapid spread beyond the original chat. The situation reportedly caused confusion and shock among group members, with some claims…
Chillies are a popular ingredient in many cuisines around the world. They add heat and flavor to food, but they also affect the body in several interesting ways. The compound responsible for their spicy taste is called capsaicin, which can influence different bodily functions. 1. Your Metabolism May Increase Capsaicin can slightly raise your body’s temperature and energy expenditure. This may help your body burn a few more calories, although the effect is usually modest. 2. You May Sweat More After eating spicy food, many people notice increased sweating. This happens because capsaicin stimulates nerve receptors that make the body…
Police have launched a manhunt for former Obsessions music group manager Ronnie Mulindwa following a raid on a suspected online prostitution and adult content streaming operation in Kampala. The operation, conducted by the Directorate of Crime Intelligence, led to the arrest of 27 young women believed to have been involved in the scheme. Investigators said the women were found inside a building where they were allegedly being filmed and streamed to paying audiences overseas. According to police, many of the women had been recruited from various districts, including Mukono, Kampala, Wakiso, Masaka, Lyantonde, and parts of the Busoga sub-region. Authorities…