UPDF Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security Maj Gen Richard Owilli Otto address some of the former LRA returnees upon arrival at Gulu Airfield in Gulu City from South Sudan on June 15 2026. URN Photo Gulu, Uganda | URN | Forty-six former Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) returnees repatriated from South Sudan are set to undergo traditional cleansing rituals as part of efforts to support their reintegration into Acholi communities. The group, comprising 23 adults (12 women and 11 men) and 23 children, arrived at Gulu Airfield on Monday morning aboard a chartered aircraft from Wau Town in South Sudan. Their…
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Kampala, Uganda | URN | Food once meant to nourish and sustain households is now, in many homes, increasingly linked to sickness, chronic illness, and even death. The Food Rights Alliance and partner organizations warn that unsafe food has become a silent public health crisis, with contaminated meals sending an estimated 1.3 million Ugandans to hospitals every year. Agnes Kirabo, the Executive Director of the Food Rights Alliance, said many people are “eating themselves to the grave” as aflatoxins, pesticide residues, poor storage, and unsafe handling move from farms to markets and eventually onto household plates. The warning cames as Uganda…
Uganda’s Defence Attaché to Ethiopia, Brig. Gen. Fred Zakye, officially concluded his tour of duty last week, handing over office to his successor, Brig. Gen. Edward Ronald Mutaawe. To honor the outgoing attaché, a farewell dinner attended by Uganda Embassy officials, Ethiopian diplomats, and senior military officers was held in Addis Ababa. Speaking at the event, Brig. Gen. Zakye expressed his deep gratitude to H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for the opportunity to serve, while thanking his Ethiopian hosts for their immense cooperation and hospitality during his tenure. This seamless transition underscores the strong, enduring bilateral and military ties shared…
Singer Princess Amirah has revealed that she asks her husband, Hon. Kasolo, for permission before she attends any show or goes anywhere. Amirah is one of the few artists known for rarely supporting her fellow artists’ shows. She was, however, seen at Kazibwe Kapo’s concert over the weekend, and when asked about her rare appearances, she explained that she didn’t like going to places where she was not invited. Despite not getting one, as a married woman, she had to ask her husband for permission before gracing any event lest she get in trouble back at home. “I only come for…
ECOTRUST regional official Dennis Oweka hands students seedlings Adjumani, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Students, local leaders, conservation experts and development partners gathered at Arinyapi Seed Secondary School in Adjumani District Thursday last week to commemorate World Environment Day through a large-scale tree planting exercise. During the activity, a total of 5,000 high-quality clonal eucalyptus trees were planted across 5 acres of the school woodlot or land. To ensure optimal growth, proper spacing and long-term sustainability; the trees were carefully planted at a standard spacing of 2 by 2 metres. The activity was implemented under the Investing in…
Goodlyfe singer Weasel Manizo, real name Douglas Mayanja, has cautioned Ugandans never to play his music in the wake of his passing. Weasel’s statement comes in response to Master Parrot’s recent death, who was one of the top artists in the 2000s, boasting a rich catalogue but unfortunately lost his musical spark. Following his death, however, Master Parrot’s music started trending on social media platforms with many users playing it in remembrance and celebration of him. Weasel, during an interview with BBS TV, described the act as hypocritical, noting that Ugandans were known for only celebrating people in their death.…
Vice President Jessica Alupo and Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi. PHOTO VIA @GovUganda Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda’s newly constituted Cabinet has pledged disciplined leadership, accountability and zero tolerance for corruption as ministers began a ten-day induction retreat at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi. The commitment was voiced by Vice President Jessica Alupo and Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja during the official opening of the retreat, where ministers and permanent secretaries gathered for orientation on government priorities and public service delivery. VP Jessica Alupo said the induction programme would equip ministers with the…
Ugandan hip-hop legends Navio and The Mith officially unveiled their collaborative album, GODLVL, during an exclusive listening party held at Silo 15 in Bugolobi on Sunday evening. The intimate gathering brought together artists, media, industry stakeholders, and fans for a first listen to the 14-track project while offering insight into the inspiration, collaborations, and creative journey behind the album. Throughout the evening, Navio and The Mith reflected on their evolution within Uganda’s hip-hop scene, tracing their roots back to talent shows, rap battles and ciphers that helped shape a generation of artists. The duo emphasized the importance of honoring where…
Singer Ava Peace, real name Namugonza Maureen Peace, has opened up about receiving many awards to the point of rejecting some. For the past couple of years, Ava Peace has been at the peak of her career, winning multiple awards, including Artist of the Year and Best Female Artist at the Zzina Awards. She also received the Best Collaboration award for her song “Taabu” with Dax Vibez. Additionally, she was recognized as the Breakthrough Artist and Female Artist of the Year at the HiPipo Music Awards. During her TV interview, Ava Peace reflected on the point in her career when…
Former Miss Uganda, Stellah Nantumbwe, has denied allegations claiming she ran away with her now ex-husband, Saidi Bukenya’s property following their split. According to information received by this website, Stellah Nantumbwe countered the claims, and in one of the videos she shared, she recorded the entire house on the day she moved out. She moved the camera in all parts of the house, showing every item still in place and intact. This was evidence that she left with nothing besides her bags and her car, a Lexus, which her Saidi Bukenya was reportedly driving during their time together. Nantumbwe also…