Author: Jamal Junior

Former NTV Uganda Luganda news anchor Faridah Nakazibwe has opened up for the first time about her old legal battle with Hon. Justine Nameere, relating it to her latest battle with Masaka farmer. Nameere is currently suing Masaka coffee supplier Nanyange Cissy over allegations that she owes Shs150 million for coffee supplies reportedly delivered during the 2026 election campaigns. Reacting to the development, Faridah revealed that she also faced a defamation lawsuit from Nameere in 2019, claiming the matter never moved forward after mediation sessions allegedly failed to take place. In a social media post, Faridah claimed that Nameere and…

A 26-year-old man, Stephen Nuwagaba, is at the center of a high-profile investigation over allegations that he impersonated an intelligence operative linked to Israel’s Mossad and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to access Uganda’s State House and influence senior government officials. According to an investigation published by The Independent, Nuwagaba allegedly relied on fabricated intelligence credentials, false claims of torture, and deceptive narratives to gain the confidence of influential figures and solicit financial support. The report alleges that he approached several high-ranking officials, including Speaker Anita Among, as well as senior officers from the External Security Organisation (ESO) and Crime…

Celebrated Triplets Ghetto Kids have shownoff a priceless souvenir from their unforgettable FIFA World Cup experience—a football personally signed by global music icon Shakira, which they hope to store in Uganda Museum. The Kampala-based dance group revealed that they plan to bring the signed ball back to Uganda, where they hope it will be preserved in a museum as a lasting reminder of their historic appearance at the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final halftime show. The emotional moment came after the youngsters shared the stage with Shakira and Burna Boy during the FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium on…

Ugandan heavyweight boxer Aziz Abdul, the 25 year old grandson of Uganda’s dictator Idi Amin Dada, is aiming to make history as he begins his Commonwealth Games campaign in Glasgow, hoping to end the country’s 36-year wait for a boxing gold medal. The 25-year-old boxer, popularly known as “Ringo,” is set to make his Commonwealth Games debut on Wednesday when he takes on England’s Damar Thomas in the men’s super-heavyweight (+90kg) contest. A victory would see Aziz advance to the semi-finals, guaranteeing Uganda at least a bronze medal while keeping alive his dream of winning the country’s first Commonwealth boxing gold…

The Government of Rwanda has officially approved the renunciation of Dr. Lawrence Muganga’s Rwandan citizenship, after he voluntarily relinquished his Rwandan citizenship just to remain a Ugandan. The development follows controversy that arose during his vetting for the position of Uganda’s State Minister for Internal Affairs, where questions were raised about his citizenship status. Dr. Muganga, a Uganda-born academic, Vice Chancellor of Victoria University, and Canadian citizen, had been nominated by President Yoweri Museveni for the ministerial post. However, Parliament declined to approve his appointment after determining that he had not provided sufficient proof that he had renounced all foreign…

Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has criticised Ugandans who leave the country for Western nations to avoid legal proceedings, saying some choose to seek sympathy and financial support abroad instead of facing the justice system at home. Speaking during an exclusive interview with UBC, the Ruhinda North MP said law-abiding citizens should have confidence in Uganda’s courts, arguing that an arrest does not deny anyone the right to a fair hearing. Tayebwa said Ugandans who believe in the rule of law understand that being arrested is part of the legal process and does not automatically amount to guilt. “Some…

A public anti-corruption campaign in Nyendo, Masaka City, took a dramatic turn after local coffee farmer Nanyange Cissy publicly confronted State Minister for Local Government Justine Nameere, accusing her of demanding UGX 152 million linked to coffee seedlings allegedly supplied during the 2026 political campaign. The confrontation unfolded on Monday night, July 27, 2026, during the launch of the “Expose the Corrupt” campaign in Greater Masaka, led by Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara. Videos of the heated exchange quickly spread across social media as residents recorded the incident on their phones. According to Cissy, she supplied coffee seedlings during campaign…

The Commercial Court has ordered Daily Monitor and NTV Uganda to pay UGX 185 million to Silver Kayondo in damages after finding them liable for copyright infringement, false attribution, defamation, negligence, and unlawful processing of personal data. The ruling was delivered in the case of Silver Kayondo v Monitor Publications Ltd and Others, where the court found that Kayondo’s post on X (formerly Twitter) had been republished and altered without his permission. The judgment, delivered on July 27, 2026, followed an ex parte hearing after the defendants failed to comply with pre-trial requirements within the timelines set by the court.…

The Chairperson of Uganda’s Electoral Commission, Justice Simon Byabakama, has warned voters against engaging in voter bribery and intimidation ahead of the LC1 Chairperson elections scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Speaking during an appearance on Sanyuka TV’s Morning Xpress, Byabakama reminded Ugandans that both practices are criminal offences and urged citizens to elect leaders based on their character and ability to serve. “Voter bribery and voter intimidation are criminal offences. We urge people to vote for LC I Chairpersons they know have integrity,” Byabakama said. Byabakama highlighted the importance of LC1 Chairpersons in communities, saying they play a key…

Ugandan rapper Mclevi is keeping the momentum high with the release of the official music video for “Some Are,” one of the standout tracks from his debut project, MCLEANER MIXTAPE. The new visual comes just days after the release of the mixtape, which highlights Mclevi’s versatility and creativity through a collection of songs blending different rap styles and storytelling. The project features tracks including “Go,” “Some Are,” “Not Friends,” “Lugs,” “Pay Me,” “Intimate,” “Reactions,” “Live” featuring Fakher, “Pour Four Freestyle,” “Came from the Mud,” “Showing Love,” “Teed Up,” and “Where You Been (Blessing).” The mixtape also includes collaborations with Peter…