Soroti– Pride Bank has officially launched the GROW Loan in Soroti, a strategic financing product aimed at expanding access to affordable credit for small businesses, entrepreneurs, women-led enterprises, and youth-owned ventures in the region. The launch marks a significant milestone in the bank’s continued commitment to promoting financial inclusion and supporting grassroots economic development across Uganda. The GROW Loan is …

Koome– Residents of Koome Sub-county witnessed a significant moment in local governance as newly elected leaders, led by Hon. Kiyinji Lawrence, officially took oath of office during a ceremony held at the sub-county headquarters in the island communities of Mukono South Constituency. Mukono district Chairperson during the inspection visit. The event marked the beginning of a new leadership term, with …

Old Kampala– The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) has announced a major transition toward digitizing Muslim affairs in the country, unveiling a new online platform aimed at improving service delivery, coordination, and access to information for the Muslim community. The announcement was made by the UMSC Secretary General, Hon.Hadji Abas Muluubya Ssekyanzi, shortly after observing Friday- Juma congregational prayers at …

Nakawa, Kampala– A total of 751 Students have graduated in various business disciplines at Degree, Diploma and Certificate level from Makerere University Business School (MUBS) in Nakawa Kampala. Graduands arriving at the Graduation ceremony on Friday morning. While officiating the graduation ceremony, Dr. Chrispus Kiyonga, Makerere University Chancellor who doubled as the Special Guest urged the Graduands to be job creators …

Kampala– The Head of State House Anti Corruption Unit, Brig Gen Henry Isoke, on Friday received the Ambassador of Turkey to Uganda, H.E Mehmet Fatih Ak, who paid a courtesy call on him at the SH-ACU offices. Brig Gen Henry Isoke together with the Turkish Ambassador to Uganda. During their meeting, the discussion focused on strengthening bilateral relations between Uganda and …

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Adopting a new identity, Cameroon artist Mélo du Quartier says he wants music to bring people together Dayan N’Téni, known as “La Mélo du Quartier” since 2025, is a singer of mbolé, a Cameroonian musical genre that has made a name for itself in Europe and has its own following (@lameloduquartier on Facebook)Facing two legal proceedings since 2024 for incitement …

Adopting a new identity, Cameroon artist Mélo du Quartier says he wants music to bring people together Dayan N’Téni, known as “La Mélo du Quartier” since 2025, is a singer of mbolé, a Cameroonian musical genre that has made a name for itself in Europe and has its own following (@lameloduquartier on Facebook) Facing two legal proceedings since 2024 for …

By Alexander Luyima / The Hoima Post For weeks, the political temperature in Uganda has simmered around one question: Will Speaker of Parliament Anita Among be taken to court? The answer, according to legal and political observers, may have less to do with the evidence against her and everything to do with what the state needs right now. The Case …

By May 2026, pressure surrounding Uganda’s Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, had intensified dramatically. Allegations tied to undeclared wealth, security raids, and growing political speculation have pushed the country into another high-profile governance debate.But the central question remains: will the investigations actually lead to prosecution, or is Uganda witnessing another politically charged cycle that may never reach a final conviction?The …

Three friends in homophobic Cameroon can be set free for $213 eachDonations are urgently needed to free eight prisoners, including Addie, Diane and Sonia. For their safety, in this article they are identified by pseudonyms.This illustration of Addie, Diane and Sonia was created by ChatGPT, based on descriptions of each of them by reporter Jean Jacques Dissoke. A year ago, three …

Three friends in homophobic Cameroon can be set free for $213 each Donations are urgently needed to free eight prisoners, including Addie, Diane and Sonia. For their safety, in this article they are identified by pseudonyms. This illustration of Addie, Diane and Sonia was created by ChatGPT, based on descriptions of each of them by reporter Jean Jacques Dissoke.   …

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New York City, USA — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced a special initiative that will allow selected city residents to purchase 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets at significantly reduced prices, as officials seek to broaden public access to one of the world’s most commercially competitive sporting events. Under the programme, 1,000 tickets will reportedly be made available …

Kampala, Uganda — Uganda has intensified efforts to strengthen its position as one of Africa’s leading tourism destinations following the official opening of the 10th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2026, a flagship tourism and investment platform bringing together international buyers, investors, tour operators, media practitioners and hospitality stakeholders from across the globe. Held at Speke …