Author: Jamal Junior

Ugandan long-distance runner Harbert Kibet, 21, has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) over allegations involving prohibited substances. According to the AIU, laboratory analysis reportedly detected triamcinolone acetonide and exogenous steroids in Kibet’s sample, with the findings confirmed through IRMS analysis. Kibet represented Uganda at the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo and most recently competed at the Xiamen Diamond League in May 2026. The suspension comes months after his remarkable performance at the 10K Facsa Castellón race in Spain, where he clocked 26:39 in February 2026. The AIU case remains ongoing, and the provisional suspension does not…

Former MP and Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) National Legal Secretary, Hon. Okot Moses Bitek, has officially crossed to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). Bitek was welcomed at the NRM Secretariat in Kampala by party Secretary General Richard Todwong, alongside several former FDC members who also announced their move to the ruling party. The group included former FDC members and political leaders from Amolatar District. Bitek said he believes he can better serve his constituents and advance their interests by working from within government. His defection adds to the growing list of opposition figures who have recently crossed to…

Political analyst and outspoken commentator Charles Rwomushana was reportedly taken away by armed men from Simba Radio studios in Bukoto earlier today, sparking confusion over what prompted the dramatic incident. Rwomushana was reportedly appearing on the station’s morning programme, “Gasimbagane ne Bannamawulire,” when the men, said to be dressed in civilian clothes, entered the premises and took him away. A video circulating online shows chaotic scenes inside the radio station, with staff and other people moving hurriedly through the premises. However, the reason behind Rwomushana’s reported arrest or removal remains unclear, while the identities of the men involved and his…

Rwenzururu Kingdom’s Omusinga, Charles Wesley Mumbere Iremangoma, has safely arrived in Istanbul, Turkey, for a routine medical follow-up, CelebPatrol.ug has learnt. According to Rwenzururu Kingdom Minister of Information, Mobilization and Kingdom Spokesperson Owekitsumbi Geoffrey Kanyonyi, the Omusinga travelled on August 27, 2026, and arrived in Istanbul the following day. The trip follows medical advice from specialists who treated the King towards the end of last year, during a period when he missed several cultural functions due to health-related concerns. Speaking to the press at the Rwenzururu Kingdom Administrative Offices in Kasese Municipality on Thursday morning, Kanyonyi clarified that the Omusinga…

Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Jacob Oboth-Oboth has given ROKO Construction a 10-month ultimatum to complete the long-delayed construction of Uganda’s new parliamentary chambers. The directive followed an inspection of the project site by the Parliamentary Commission, which resolved that June 30, 2027, must be strictly observed as the new completion deadline. ROKO officials and project consultants met with the Parliamentary Commission to review the challenges behind the delays, including structural design modifications and cash-flow constraints affecting the contractor. ROKO Construction reportedly committed in writing to meeting the latest deadline under close supervision from Parliament. The Speaker has now made…

Ugandan actress and media personality Stella Nante has thrown bitter shade at Flavia Tumusiime, her former boss and Head of Broadcast at NMG Uganda, following her exit from the Mwasuze Mutya show, asking why she begged her to join. Stella ended her two-year stint on the NTV/Spark TV programme on September 1, 2026, saying she wanted to explore new projects. Her departure came shortly after Flavia publicly asked viewers for their opinions on possible changes to Mwasuze Mutya and the direction they wanted the show to take. However, Stella’s response appeared to carry a sarcastic undertone. In her post, she…

Uganda’s legal and human rights fraternity is in mourning following the sudden death of Richard Baguma Rwatooro, a Fort Portal-based lawyer who was part of the defence team representing opposition figure Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale in their ongoing treason case. Rwatooro reportedly died on Wednesday evening, sending shockwaves through the legal community and among human rights activists who knew him for his outspoken advocacy for justice and good governance. He served alongside Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and other prominent lawyers representing Besigye and Lutale. He was also among a wider team of about 50 lawyers that…

Nansana Municipality MP and NUP Shadow Minister for Sports, Hon. Zambaali Bulasio Mukasa, has apologised to the party’s grassroots supporters “Foot Soldiers” for any wrongs committed by its leaders, while reminding them that the struggle for their political goals is far from over. Speaking during an exclusive interview on “Direct Shot” with journalist Kisitu John Basco, Mukasa called for stronger cooperation between NUP leaders and the party’s “foot soldiers.” “We apologise to our foot soldiers wherever we may have wronged them, but remember our anthem, Engule — we are not there yet.” Mukasa’s remarks come amid growing concerns among some…

Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara has dramatically backed down from his controversial directive restricting bars and nightclubs from opening before 3pm on working days, following intervention from Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba. Balaam had earlier directed bar and nightclub owners to keep their businesses closed until 3pm on working days, arguing that early drinking was affecting productivity. He also warned that those who defied the directive would face arrest. However, the minister has now appeared to reverse the position after Gen. Muhoozi publicly challenged the directive. Speaking to journalists at the vigil of the late Tooro King…

Congolese gospel musician and preacher Carlyto Lassa has reportedly died after collapsing in Cincinnati, Ohio, while on a preaching tour in the United States. Lassa was a respected figure in Congolese music, having previously performed with legendary groups TPOK Jazz and Choc Stars before relocating to Paris and later embracing gospel music. He was known for his distinctive voice and notably provided lead vocals on the 1984 hit “Maya” during his time with TPOK Jazz. Lassa later built a successful gospel career, releasing songs including “Makolo ya Massiya.” His sudden death has left fans, fellow musicians and the Congolese gospel…