Ugandan singer Ykee Benda has found himself at the center of a massive controversy after defending the government’s harsh treatment of opposition figures in a social media exchange. The singer’s comments, which seemed to justify the alleged torture and mistreatment of opposition supporters, have ignited a storm of criticism online, …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ATRUA: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2025 Having waited for three years for the Parish Development Model Funds, Lucia Andu thinks the microfinance scheme promised by Bernard Atiku will fix her dreams for business capital. The fund Atiku said will be interest free and channeled through savings groups in …
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Rwanda has taken a bold and controversial step by shutting down thousands of evangelical churches across the country. The move has shocked many citizens, especially in a nation where Christianity plays a major role in daily life. The closures are part of a government campaign to enforce a 2018 law …
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The treason trial of opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye has entered another tense and dramatic phase after the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) firmly asked the High Court to reject attempts to stop the case. The prosecution also opposed a fresh request by the defence to release …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2025 Rt Rev Charles Collins Andaku, the bishop of Madi and West Nile diocese has appealed for peaceful and violence free elections as Christians prepare for the festive Christmas period. “This year’s Christmas has come at a time of hot competitive campaigns and …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: MONDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2025 Mildred Adakuru, a resident of Muceva cell in Tanganyika ward says that in Eng William Tiyo, the right Member of Parliament for Ayivu East constituency has arrived at the right time they need him. “If you want change in terms of development …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU Arua: Monday, December 22, 2025 The people living with disabilities in Ayivu West Constituency have selected as their patron Bernard Atiku, the former Member of Parliament who is seeking to reclaim the seat from incumbent MP John Lematia. At a meeting at Ombaderuku, the headquarters of the …
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BY RICHARD DRASIMAKU ARUA: MONDAY DECEMBER 22, 2025 SEMI FINALS YIVU VS KUBO NYIOVURRA VS ADALAFU QUARTER FINAL RESULTS Yivu 2: 1 Olevu Kubo 4: 2 Ombaci (Pen) Nyio Vurra 1: 0 Alivu On Thursday at the Green light Stadium in Onduparaka, a scintillating football match is anticipated that will …
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In a heartbreaking turn of events, a tragic road accident occurred in Buhweju District on the night of Saturday, December 20, 2025, when a Fuso lorry lost control and crashed, leaving eight people dead and seven others seriously injured. The accident took place around 10:45 PM in Misana Village, along …
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In a statement that has sparked intense national debate, the government of Uganda has made it clear that opposition leader Dr. Col. Kizza Besigye will not be released from custody until his treason trial is concluded. The announcement was made during a press briefing held on December 19, 2025, in …
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