Author: Onion
As speculation intensifies within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) over who should occupy the position of Deputy Speaker in the next Parliament, growing rumors suggesting that Thomas Tayebwa could once again be fronted for the position are already stirring discontent among sections of party loyalists and mobilizers across the country. Many within the party believe that overlooking Lydia Wanyoto Mutende for the influential seat would not only be unfair, but also politically insensitive, especially considering her unmatched loyalty, service record, and relentless grassroots mobilization for President Yoweri Museveni and the NRM throughout the past year. For most of 2025,…
Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has reassured travelers and the international community that Uganda remains safe for travel despite recent Ebola reports linked to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In a press release issued on May 19, 2026, UTB said Uganda has only recorded two isolated imported Ebola cases involving Congolese nationals who entered the country from the DRC. According to the statement, one patient passed away and was later repatriated, while the second patient is currently undergoing treatment under the supervision of the Ministry of Health. UTB emphasized that there is currently no local transmission or community infection within…
The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) has officially thrown its weight behind Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa for the position of Deputy Speaker in the upcoming 12th Parliament. The announcement was made by Chief of Defence Forces and PLU chairman Muhoozi Kainerugaba through a statement issued on Tuesday, where he revealed that the decision followed consultations with President Yoweri Museveni, whom he referred to as the Commander-in-Chief. “On the issue of Deputy Speaker, after getting guidance from the Commander-in-Chief, all PLU MPs and PLU leaning MPs will support Rt. Honourable Thomas Tayebwa for that position. Congratulations Rt. Honourable,” Muhoozi stated. The endorsement marks another major…
A group of lawyers, court brokers, and officials from the Judiciary has reportedly shared amongst themselves the Shs1.6 billion meant for former employees of the defunct Uganda Electricity Board (UEB), this publication has learnt. The money in question was released on March 3, this year, to the account of one of the claimants, Mr Horace Patrick Kitongo, in Stanbic Bank, Number: 9030001233210. The development followed a January 18, 2024, Court Order where the Judiciary was directed to pay back Shs1,687,471,042, the security for costs that arose from a tax matter where the former employees of UEB challenged the Uganda Revenue…
James Musinguzi, the Executive Director of the Uganda Wildlife Authority, has emerged as one of Uganda’s most respected conservation leaders, earning recognition for his contribution to wildlife protection, environmental education, and tourism development. With more than 20 years of experience in conservation and public administration, Dr. Musinguzi has played a central role in strengthening Uganda’s wildlife sector both locally and internationally. Before joining UWA, he served for nearly two decades at the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre, commonly known as UWEC, where he rose from Education Officer to Executive Director. During his leadership at UWEC, the institution underwent major transformation…
Security agencies on Saturday conducted a search operation at the residence of former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among as part of ongoing investigations into alleged corruption, illicit enrichment, and money laundering. The operation, led by officers from the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), involved personnel from the Uganda Police Force, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), and the Police Forensics Department. Security deployment around the residence reportedly intensified from mid-afternoon, with multiple patrol vehicles and armed officers stationed at the premises. Investigators are said to be gathering evidence linked to allegations surrounding Among’s financial dealings and accumulated wealth. Authorities had not…
A young woman has left social media users laughing after sharing a hilarious story about her roommate waking up heartbroken over a dream in which she had allegedly married a poor man. According to her, the roommate was found early in the morning quietly kneeling in silence, appearing deeply troubled. Concerned by the unusual scene, her friend asked her in Luganda, “Atte gwe Obadeki?” loosely translated as “What is wrong with you?” To her surprise, the roommate revealed that she had dreamed about being married to a very poor man, something that reportedly left her emotional and visibly upset even…
Police in Amolatar District have arrested a 30-year-old woman accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old Senior One student after allegedly hiding him in her house for nearly two weeks. According to the Amolatar District Police Commander, Mr John Mafabi, the incident happened at Alemere Trading Centre in Awelo Sub-county, where the suspect is said to have lured the teenager into her home. The boy, who studies at Akalo Secondary School in Kole District, had reportedly been helping his father sell meat at a butchery before he disappeared under unclear circumstances. Police said his sudden disappearance caused panic among family members,…
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly backed Defence Minister Jacob Oboth Oboth for Speaker of Parliament, throwing fuel on the battle for control of the 12th Parliament and confirming a bitter falling out between the powerful Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) and incumbent Speaker Anita Annet Among. In a string of charged posts on X Friday morning, Muhoozi named Oboth Oboth as his pick for Speaker, putting an end to days of speculation that had been building since his increasingly pointed attacks on the current parliamentary leadership. “He has been the best Minister in our government…
Residents of Sunton area in Kasarani, Nairobi County, are in deep shock following the brutal murder of a house manager inside her employer’s home on Tuesday, May 12. The victim, whose identity is yet to be made public, had been working for a couple in the neighborhood. Reports suggest that tension rose after the wife, Julian Mwangi, discovered her husband was allegedly having an affair with the domestic worker. The situation is said to have caused repeated disagreements between the couple before the matter turned violent. Neighbors reported hearing a loud commotion and screams for help throughout the night, but many…