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Here's how the three COVID-19 vaccines compare

November 25, 2020 by VOA

With pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca's announcement Monday that its vaccine successfully prevented coronavirus infection, three candidates appear to be promising vital...

Bobi Wine arrest protestors fined Shs 150,000 each by Kyotera court

November 25, 2020 by URN

The Magistrate’s court in Kalisizo, Kyotera district has released 29 of the 52 people who were arrested in connection over protests...

Is it war or campaigns?

November 25, 2020 by BAKER BATTE

In just 16 days of campaigns this month, police sheer brute force has failed to break the statement over the...

How BBC, CNN, Al Jazeera, AP covered Bobi protests

November 25, 2020 by OUR REPORTER

When presidential candidate Robert Kyaggulanyi aka Bobi Wine walked out of the Iganga Chief Magistrate’s court a free man last...

  • 2021: Why opposition cannot unite

    Staring down similar challenges and a very powerful opponent, the incumbent President Yoweri Museveni, opposition presidential candidates met last Friday ostensibly to assemble a strategy that best boosts their political desires. After the meeting, the five presidential signed a joint statement, resolving to work together on problems that dog their campaigns…

  • DP offers free legal services to Bobi Wine protest suspects

    The Democratic Party (DP) has offered free legal services to all people who were arrested during last week’s protests. According to police, more than 800 people were arrested from different parts of the country for allegedly participating in the protests that broke out in Kampala and other parts of the…

  • Kenya doctors threaten to strike over lack of COVID-19 protection

    Kenyan doctors are threatening to go on strike next month unless the government addresses their concerns about safety, health insurance, and staffing needs to fight COVID-19. The threat comes after at least 10 doctors died from the virus this month. Speaking to reporters in Nairobi Tuesday, the secretary-general of the Kenya…

  • Panic at Kyambogo University as student tests positive for COVID-19

    Panic has engulfed Kyambogo University after a second coronavirus case was registered at the institute. The latest patient is a third-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) course.Last week, the student developed COVID-19 signs and reported to the university medical centre where she was advised to go for…

  • UN: We are following Uganda’s campaigns

    A UN secretary general question and answer session last week encompassed the brutal arrest of Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine, a presidential candidate and member of Parliament for Kyaddondo East. Below is a transcript by ERNEST JJINGO. Bobi Wine has been arrested again in Uganda ahead of the upcoming general election…

  • Late Watongola's daughter Kayaga nominated for Kamuli MP seat

    The daughter of the late Rehema Watongola has been nominated to contest for the Kamuli Municipality MP seat in next year's elections.  Kamuli district returning officer, Kenneth Kayabwe nominated Baroda Kayanga on Tuesday. Kayanga chose a chair as her campaign and election symbol.

  • Pastor Yiga ex girlfriend Nabbi Omukazi demands Shs 730m from ABS TV

    Barely a month after the death of pastor Augustine Yiga, his former girlfriend and fellow church minister, Maggie Kayima famously known as Nabbi Omukazi has come out seeking Shs 730 million from his ABS TV for using her voice without permission. Through her lawyers, Nalukoola, Kakeeto Advocates and Solicitors, Kayima has…

  • Court orders Kampala Woman MP Nabilah's immediate release

    Jinja Grade One magistrate, Anne Kyomuhangi has ordered the immediate release of the Kampala Woman MP Nabilah Naggayi. Kyomuhangi ordered Nagayi’s release on grounds that she has been under illegal detention for more than 48 hours, which violates various constitutional rights.

  • Seven Sudanese doctors die from COVID-19 in 10 days

    Sudanese health authorities said Sunday that seven medical doctors died from COVID-19 in 10 days, a development that reflects Sudan’s sharp rise in cases in recent weeks. Nearly 100 deaths were recorded in the past month.

  • Rwanda police shoots one dead, injures two others in Kabale

    A Rwandan national has been shot dead and two others injured by Rwandan security personnel in Kabale district in western Uganda. The deceased has been identified as Muremi Chabobuzi, a resident of Burera district in Northern Province, Rwanda while the injured are Rusizi Rwamayanje and Ronald Nihabusa. The incident occurred on…

  • We want schools reopened not radios, parents tell gov't

    A section of parents wants government to reopen schools for all learners instead of purchasing radios for home-based electronic learning. In September, President Yoweri Museveni ordered for the reopening of schools but only for candidate classes and finalists. The schools had been closed for more than six months since March due…

  • Malawi court frees prophet Bushiri after deeming his arrest illegal

    A court in Malawi has freed a self-proclaimed prophet wanted in South Africa for theft, money laundering, and fraud. The court released Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, calling their arrest illegal because it did not pass through the minister of Homeland Security. Malawian police arrested Bushiri and his wife, Mary, on…

  • 'Mr update' Ssegirinya granted bail

    Jinja grade one magistrate Anne Kyomuhangi has granted a Shs 1 million non-cash bail to Kawempe North National Unity Platform parliamentary candidate, Muhammad Ssegirinya aka 'Mr update'. His sureties Andrew Muwanguzi, the Busoga region NUP coordinator and Molson Bizitu, the Jinja city speaker were each bonded at Shs 1 million non-cash. 

  • Govt modifies Covid-19 test guidelines for outbound travelers

    The ministry of Health has modified coronavirus disease (COVID-19) test guidelines for individuals intending to travel out of the country. According to the press statement released on Monday, all outbound travellers must now present a 120-hour (5-day) and not a 72-hour negative test certificate as was previously required. The travellers must pay…

  • Ethiopia PM threatens military offensive, gives Tigray region 72-hour ultimatum

    Ethiopia’s prime minister has issued an ultimatum to Tigrayan regional forces to surrender or face a military offensive on the state’s capital of Mekele. "Your journey of destruction is coming to an end, and we urge you to surrender peacefully within the next 72 hours, recognizing you are at a point…

  • 15-year-old boy remanded over Bobi Wine protests

    A fifteen-year-old boy has been remanded to Naguru remand home over allegedly participating in city protests that erupted following the arrest of National Unity Platform presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu last week.

  • Corruption: FIFA bans CAF president Ahmad for 5 years

    The world football governing body, FIFA has today slapped a five-year ban on Ahmad Ahmad, president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), also FIFA vice president over abuse of office and financial misconduct.Ahmad, 60, who was elected CAF president in 2017, has also been fined 200,00 Swiss Francs (about…

  • Kalangala hotels maintain low prices despite spike in tourists

    Kalangala hoteliers have maintained low charges despite an increase in the number of local tourists flocking the island district. The growing number of tourists is attributed to the reopening and resumption of operations of Entebbe International airport and MV Kalangala ferry on October 1, 2020. The hoteliers say currently few international…

  • Bobi Wine protests: How uncoordinated troops led to death of 49

    Uncoordinated troop operations and movements is what led to the death of at least 49 people and more than 100 injuries during last week's Kampala city protests. Sporadic protests erupted in various parts of the city and other regions all over the country following the arrest of National Unity Platform (NUP)…

  • Sudan considers total lockdown with more COVID-19 cases

    Sudanese health authorities say a total lockdown is not out of the question after a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases across the country over the past four weeks.

  • Bobi Wine protests victims seek gov't compensation

    Victims who sustained gunshot injuries during this week's city protests in Kampala are seeking compensation from the government.  On Wednesday, protests broke out in many parts of Kampala and the rest of the country following the arrest of National Unity Platform presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu alias Bobi Wine. Police…

  • Freed Kyagulanyi warns Museveni as city protest death toll rises to 49

    National Unity Platform presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine has been granted a non-cash bail by Iganga Chief Magistrate’s court after being charged with acts likely to spread coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

  • Bobi Wine protests: 6 of 37 bodies remain unclaimed

    Six of the 37 bodies of people killed during the city riots that erupted following the arrest of NUP presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, remain unclaimed at the City mortuary in Mulago hospital. Giving an update today Friday, Dr. Moses Byaruhanga, the police pathologist, said two of the unclaimed bodies are women…

  • Museveni warns protestors over attacking NRM supporters

    President Yoweri Museveni has in a coded message, strongly warned protestors that attacking the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) will bring them grave consequences.  While speaking in Kotido during his campaign trail, Museveni said very soon, the protestors will find it extremely regrettable to attack any NRM supporters. On Wednesday, spontaneous protests erupted all…

  • FDC rules out suspending presidential campaigns

    The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party has resolved not to pull out of presidential campaign activities despite nearly all opposition candidates suspending campaigns over the arrest and continued detention of Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine. Kyagulanyi, the National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate was arrested on Wednesday from Luuka district…

  • EC comments on Bobi Wine arrest, opposition suspending campaigns

    Following the arrest of National Unity Platform party presidential candidate in Luuka district on Wednesday and his continued detention, the Electoral Commission has come under criticism over its 'loud silence' over the matter and alleged police highhandedness against opposition supporters.  Now in a statement, Electoral Commission chairperson, Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi…

  • Now Mao also suspends campaigns over Kyagulanyi detention

    Democratic Party presidential candidate Nobert Mao has become the latest presidential candidate to suspend his campaigns over the arrest of National Unity Platform presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine. Earlier, presidential candidates; Gen Mugisha Muntu of Alliance for National Transformation (ANT), independent candidates John Katumba, Willy Mayambala, Lt. Gen. Henry…

  • Bobi Wine protests: City Mortuary receives 19 bodies, 46 admitted

    The City Mortuary at Mulago National Referral hospital in Kampala has so far received 19 bodies resulting from Wednesday’s protests. The protests erupted after the National Unity Platform presidential candidate, Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine got arrested in Luuka district in eastern Uganda. 

  • Another 2 presidential candidates suspend campaigns over Bobi Wine arrest

    More presidential candidates have announced the suspension of their campaigns until another presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu is freed. Independent candidates, Willy Mayambala and John Katumba have also joined Gen. Mugisha Muntu of the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) and independent presidential candidate Lt. Gen. Henry Tumukunde in suspending their campaigns following…

  • Bobi Wine: One shot dead, NRM branded cars blocked in Mukono

    Police have killed one person and injured another in Mukono while dispersing opposition protestors in Mukono who demonstrating against the arrest of National Unity Platform presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi.    Robert, a vendor in the area died on the spot after being shot yesterday evening and his body was taken to Mukono…

  • Bobi Wine arrest: Muntu, Tumukunde, Katumba suspend campaigns

    At least three presidential candidates have announced the suspension of their campaigns following the arrest of two other presidential candidates; Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine of the National Unity Platform (NUP) and Patrick Oboi Amuriat of Forum for Democratic Change (FDC).   Kyagulanyi and Amuriat were arrested yesterday from Luuka in eastern…

  • Bobi Wine arrest sparks off protests in Kampala, Masaka, Hoima

    The arrest of National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi has sparked off sporadic protests across different cities in the country. Kyagulanyi was arrested from Luuka district headquarters in eastern Uganda by police officers led by Frank Mwesigwa while addressing a mini rally. Kyagulanyi was detained at Nalufenya police station in…

  • Covid-19 gets into Ugandan schools

    The Covid-19 story came from China; I read about it from American media and lived it in Uganda. In late 2019, I read about a mysterious disease that was killing people in Wuhan, China. Then I watched US President Donald Trump downplay its seriousness and thanking Chinese President Xi Jinping for…

  • Aceng to Museveni: NRM pulling me down

    In a public speech last Sunday, Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, the minister for Health, made no secret of his dislike for Lira resident district commissioner, Milton Odongo.

  • Add value to produce, farmers told

    Farmers have been urged to prop up their sales by adding value to their produce, writes ERNEST JJINGO. Charles Ocici, the executive director, Enterprise Uganda, offered the advice during a week-long agribusiness management skills training for sunflower and soybean farmers held in Lira recently. According to Ocici, farmers still earn peanuts yet…

  • Coordinated, collaborative approach spared Africa the worst of Covid-19

    As COVID-19 infections soar in the United States, the African continent is bracing for a smaller surge, defying predictions that it would be hardest hit. According to Africa’s top medical official, that's because the continent behaved as one indivisible unit in fighting the virus, with leaders working together to impose lockdowns…

  • Mulago conducts Uganda's first successful separation of conjoined twins

    A team of 20 specialists at Mulago National Specialized hospital have successfully separated 11-month-old siamese twins.Dr Philis Khisa, one of the doctors involved in the operation said that the process started last week with an investigation technically known as, scoping where they had to identify the exact organs that the…

  • Stella Nyanzi saddened by Kampala's poverty levels

    Dr Stella Nyanzi, the former Makerere University academic researcher and Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Kampala Woman parliamentary candidate, says it is disheartening to see how Ugandans have been reduced to beggars within their own country.      Speaking on the sidelines of her campaigns in Nakawa Division in Kampala…

  • Impact of Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict felt in Sudan, Eritrea, Somalia

    The conflict in Ethiopia’s rebellious Tigray region is less than two weeks old but is already having a growing regional impact, with effects felt in Sudan, Eritrea and Somalia. Ethiopian government forces have captured the town of Alamata, 120 kilometres from the Tigray region’s capital Mekelle, after nearly two weeks of…

  • KCCA speakers, executive secretaries not paid salary for 9 months

    Occupants of the new offices created under the Kampala Capital City (Amendment) Act, 2020 haven’t been paid for the nine months they have been in office.   They include KCCA speakers, their deputies, and executive committee members both at the Authority and the five divisions of Kampala. Also, support staff like personal assistants too have…

  • FDC presidential candidate Amuriat arrested in Kitgum

    Opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate, Patrick Oboi Amuriat was today arrested by police in Kitgum while en route to his campaign rally in Lamwo district. Amuriat was arrested from Kitgum Matidi sub-county while coming from Kalongo town council in Agago district, where his campaign was foiled by police yesterday…

  • Malawian prophet flouts bail conditions, flees S.Africa into Malawi

    A Malawian self-proclaimed prophet, Shepherd Bushiri, who is based in South Africa has fled to Malawi, violating one of his bail conditions following his arrest in October in South Africa for theft, fraud and money laundering.   Bushiri and his wife, Mary, were arrested with two others in October in a…

  • Ethiopia: Museveni urges warring factions to negotiate peace

    President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on the government of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia headed by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed to negotiate with the Tigray regional government so as to restore peace in Ethiopia.Speaking at Gulu State Lodge to a delegation headed by the deputy prime minister of Ethiopia…

  • 45 students, 19 nurses test positive for COVID-19 in Masaka

    At least 45 students from two schools in Masaka district have tested positive for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).The affected students are mainly from the boarding section according to Dr. Nathan Onyach, the director of Masaka Regional Referral hospital who declined to name the schools for fear of causing alarm. 

  • 'Overwhelmed' police looks on as NRM hold procession in Gulu

    Supporters of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party have successfully held a procession along major streets of Gulu city - with police offering them security instead of dispersing them as it has done with opposition candidate processions. The group mainly composed of youths, boda boda operators and market vendors on…

  • Museveni visit costs FDC campaign posters in Gulu

    Several campaign posters of Forum For Democratic Change (FDC) candidates in Gulu city have been defaced ahead of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential candidate, Yoweri Museveni’s campaigns in the area.   Museveni is expected to hold a campaign rally at Watoto Church open grounds in Layibi-Bardege Division Gulu city later today. But…

  • Bullets, teargas rock Mbale for hours as police battles NUP supporters

    Police in Mbale and Sironko spent the better part of Sunday in running battles with supporters of National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate, Robert Ssentuma Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine. Kyagulangyi, who was in Bugisu region failed to address any of his planned rallies in Sironko and Mbale districts as police used teargas…

  • 'NUP is killing us', Busoga NRM candidates cry to Kadaga

    National Resistance Movement (NRM) party candidates in Busoga sub-region want the party secretariat to facilitate them to counter  opposition rivals, who they accuse of funding a smear campaign against them.