Toronto, Canada — Ugandan political activist William Ntege, widely known by his moniker Kyuma Kya Yesu (meaning Jesus’ Iron), is set to receive recognition from the Toronto Police Service Board for his contributions to community engagement and public service. According to an official invitation, Board Chair Shelley Carroll, together with members of the Toronto Police Service Board and Myron Demkiw, …

Toronto, Canada — Christian leaders from across the world are expected to gather in Canada later this month for the Exceptional Leadership Conference, a three-day event aimed at empowering believers to discover and fulfill their God-given purpose. The conference, hosted by Edith Kazibwe, will take place from March 27 to March 29, 2026, starting at 9:00 a.m. EST, at 1450 …

The funeral service of iconic South African comedian and actor, Soli Philander will take place in Athlone on the Cape Flats on Saturday. Philander died in Cape Town last week at the age of 65. He has been described as a cultural gem and a pioneer for young and upcoming comedians, particularly from the Cape Flats. Philander was renowned for …

Tributes are continuing to pour in for struggle fighter and Congress of the People co-founder, Mosiuoa Lekota as a hearse is transports his body to the Old Grey Sports ground in Bloemfontein for the funeral service. WATCH | SABC News reporter Ntlantla Kgatlhane is at the Old Grey Sports Centre in Bloemfontein with the latest ahead of Mosiuoa “Terror” Lekota’s …

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By Julius Muhumuza Members of the National Tobacco Control Committee have signed a No Conflict-of-Interest Declaration aimed at safeguarding public health policies from interference by the tobacco industry. The declaration was signed during a meeting held at the Ministry of Health headquarters in Kampala. The National Tobacco Control Focal Point at the Ministry of Health, Dr. Hafsa Lukwata, said the …

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will, on behalf of President Cyril Ramaphosa and the Republic of South Africa, deliver the Eulogy at the Special Official Funeral Category 2 of the late former Minister of Defence and founding President of the Congress of the People (COPE), Mosiuoa Gerard Patrick ‘Terror’ Lekota, scheduled to take place this morning in Bloemfontein, Free State Province. …

Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro should not be able to use Venezuelan government funds to defend himself against U.S. drug trafficking charges, US prosecutors said on Friday, noting that Washington has not considered him the legitimate leader of the South American country for years. Last month, Maduro’s lawyer Barry Pollack urged U.S. District Judge Alvin Hellerstein to dismiss the indictment …

Residents of Rietvallei, west of Johannesburg have expressed optimism that the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members to their area will assist police to combat rising crimes, including gangsterism and illegal mining. President Cyril Ramaphosa authorised the deployment of 2 200 SANDF members to crime hotspots in five provinces including Gauteng to support the police. Soldiers …

Speaker Anita Among (R), her Deputy Thomas Tayebwa (C), Finance Minister Matia Kasaija and Clerk to Parliament Adolf Mwesige. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Uganda’s 11th Parliament approaches its April 24 dissolution, legislators are urging extended sittings to pass the national budget and clear a pile of pending bills before the end of their term. Newly elected MPs …

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will deliver the eulogy at the funeral of the Congress of the People’s (COPE) co-founder Mosiuoa Lekota the Old Grey Sports ground in Bloemfontein this morning. President Cyril Ramaphosa has accorded Lekota a Special Official Funeral Category two. Lekota’s comrades from the ANC, COPE and the Black Consciousness Movement are expected to attend the funeral. Lekota …

Washington Defends Israel at ICJ over Gaza Case Africa-Press. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) announced that the United States will intervene before the court to defend its ally Israel against accusations of violating the Genocide Convention during the war in Gaza. Washington submitted what is legally known as a “declaration of intervention” in the case filed by South Africa …

South Africa Summons US Ambassador Africa-Press. The South African government has summoned the United States ambassador to Pretoria, Leo Brent Bozell III, over remarks described as “undiplomatic,” signaling a widening rift between the two countries. Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola said Pretoria had asked the ambassador to clarify his recent statements regarding alleged abuses against the white minority, which sparked widespread …

US and Mali Near Intelligence-Sharing Deal Africa-Press. The United States is close to reaching an agreement with Mali’s government that would allow American drones and fighter jets to resume flights over the country to gather intelligence on armed groups linked to Al-Qaeda, according to U.S. sources cited by Reuters. The move comes after Washington lifted sanctions last month that targeted …

Tanzania–Uganda Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) The Agreed Minutes of the 5th Session of the Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) between the United Republic of Tanzania and the Republic of Uganda have been officially signed in Dar es Salaam. The signing marks the successful conclusion of the 5th JPC, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and advancing shared priorities across …