Summary: Inzu Ya Bamasaba has banned the use of sharp objects, such as machetes and knives, during Kadodi processions, a traditional circumcision celebration, to prevent violence and uphold cultural norms. The decision, announced by Wilson Watila, aligns with Bamasaba customs that deem dancing with sharp objects taboo. The ban follows …

Kayima Mark (born 2nd December 1999), widely recognized by his alias Caystard, is a distinguished Ugandan computer scientist and software engineer. He is the visionary founder and CEO of Caystard Group Inc., a global technology conglomerate dedicated to delivering innovative solutions across various sectors. Early Life & Education Kayima Mark …

Java House Uganda has strengthened its presence in the Ugandan market, opening new branches at Shell Najjera and Muyenga. These locations mark the brand’s 5th and 6th branches in Uganda and its 93rd and 94th across East Africa. Committed to providing Ugandans with gourmet coffee, customized meals, and desserts, Java …

At least six people have died, and five others are critically injured following a head-on collision between a commuter taxi and a Fuso truck on the Kampala-Gulu Highway. The accident occurred around 3 PM in Sinalya, near Bombo, involving a Toyota Hiace and a Fuso Fighter truck, The Telegraph has …

Tanzanian payments company Nala has raised $40 million in Series A funding to fuel its global expansion and enhance its payment systems across Africa. The Kenya-based fintech, which facilitates money transfers from the UK, US, and EU to countries like Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ghana, will use the funds …

Kenya is one of 18 nations elected by the UN General Assembly to serve on the Human Rights Council. These countries will begin their three-year terms on January 1, 2025, according to a UN statement. From Africa, Kenya was elected alongside the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Gambia, and …

Uganda’s military chief, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has demanded that U.S. Ambassador William Popp apologize to President Museveni or leave the country, heightening diplomatic tensions between Uganda and the United States. In a post on X, Gen. Muhoozi accused Popp of “disrespecting our beloved and celebrated president” and undermining Uganda’s constitution. …

Inside the tin walls of a small, smoke-filled kiosk, Joseph Deng Chol and his wife dish up beans and flatbreads, grateful for the resources that now fuel their own business. Chol, a South Sudanese refugee, opened his food stall in August 2020 after completing a training course sponsored by Finn …

Child rights advocates are pushing for urgent policy reforms to combat the healthcare discrimination faced by children in marginalised communities. Their call follows research from the Lancet Commission on Racism and Children’s Health, which exposes severe disparities in healthcare access for vulnerable children. Hans Patrick Mulindwa, Co-Founder and Programs Manager …

As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, the transition to clean energy has become not just a necessity but a global priority. Clean energy refers to energy sources that produce little to no greenhouse gases when generated. These include solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, and biomass, which offer …