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BUSHENYI, Uganda — A major running event is happening right now in Bushenyi town. Hundreds of people are running in the Olympic Day Tooke Run. The special theme for this year's run is “Move, Learn and Discover for Nutrition-Care.” It aims to teach people about eating healthy food and staying fit. Participants of all ages are taking part in the event. Runners chose one of three different distances depending on their strength:  5 kilometers (a short fun run),  10 kilometers (a medium-distance challenge),  21 kilometers (a long half-marathon) The atmosphere is full of energy as the runners celebrate fitness, healthy living, and the global Olympic spirit. Everyone is cheering as the participants push toward the finish line!

KAMPALA — Popular Ugandan musician Bebe Cool has surprised fans by revealing that he sleeps on a bed worth £18,000 (about 85 million Ugandan Shillings). However, the singer claims that this expensive price tag is "nothing" compared to the value of comfort. Speaking about his lifestyle choices, the star explained that people should spend their money on the things they use the most. According to him, your bed and your car are the two places where you spend most of your life. "The two places you spend most of your time are your bed and your car, so they should be the most comfortable," Bebe Cool stated. The singer, known for his love of luxury cars and high-end living, believes that investing heavily in a good night's sleep and a smooth ride is simply a smart decision for one's well-being. His comments have started a big conversation online. While some fans agree that good sleep is priceless, others feel that spending tens of millions of shillings on a single ...

KAMPALA — The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has honored Ms. Lillian Binoga for her excellent performance in Trial Advocacy at the Law Development Centre (LDC). The award was given out during LDC’s 53rd graduation ceremony, where more than 1,500 students received their qualifications. Ms. Binoga scored an outstanding 90 percent in Trial Advocacy on the Bar Course for the 2024/2025 academic year. To celebrate her hard work, she received a beautiful plaque and a cash prize. Because the IGG could not attend in person, the award was presented on her behalf by Ms. Hilda Talibba, the Director of Legal Affairs at the Inspectorate of Government (IG). This annual award is part of a long partnership between the IG and LDC. The goal of this partnership is to train skilled lawyers who respect the constitution, support justice, and follow the rule of law. By rewarding top students, the IG aims to promote transparency and accountability in Uganda's le...

  KALANGALA — Uganda’s ruling political party, the National Resistance Movement (NRM), is working hard to win the upcoming special election in Kalangala District. A "by-election" is a special election held to fill a government seat that has become vacant before the regular voting time. This specific election is to choose the new District Woman Member of Parliament (MP). On Thursday, the party's Deputy Secretary General, Rt Hon. Rose Namayanja Nsereko, arrived in the island district to lead the final campaign activities. Her arrival comes as the party prepares for a massive campaign rally on Monday, where President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to speak to voters. Speaking to reporters, Namayanja said she is very confident that the NRM candidate, Idah Nabayiga, will win the election. Namayanja explained that the party is in a good position because local leaders and members have been working together smoothly. She praised the local campaign teams for traveling across ...

  KAMPALA — Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Muslim Parliamentary Caucus visited the Kibuli Mosque today for Friday Juma prayers. The lawmakers attended the prayers following an invitation from Prince Kassim Nakibinge Kakungulu, the traditional leader of the Muslim community in Uganda. After the prayers, the Prince hosted the MPs for a lunch gathering. During the visit, Prince Nakibinge made a strong appeal to the politicians. He urged them to look past their political parties when making laws for the country. Instead, he told them to focus on the things that bring the people of Uganda together. "Legislate beyond party lines on behalf of the voters. Focus on the factors that unite the country." — Prince Kassim Nakibinge Kakungulu. In response, the head of the Muslim MP group, Hon. Hassan Kirumira, thanked the Prince for the invitation. He promised that the Muslim MPs in the current parliament are fully committed to working hard for the community. Hon. Kirumira stated tha...

Uganda has taken a significant step forward in its industrialisation drive with the arrival of three high-capacity transformers for the Kabalega Substation at the Hoima Industrial Park. The Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) confirmed that each transformer has a capacity of 80MVA, making them critical assets for powering the country’s growing industrial base. The Kabalega Substation is strategically located in the Albertine region, an area central to Uganda’s oil and gas development. Once installed, the new transformers will provide reliable electricity to support the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), petrochemical industries, and other large-scale industrial installations. This infrastructure is expected to serve as the backbone of Uganda’s energy supply for heavy industries, ensuring stable and sufficient power for national projects. Officials say the transformers will not only improve power reliability but also expand Uganda’s capacity to meet future indu...