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KAMPALA – Internet services have finally returned to Uganda today after a four-day nationwide blackout. The government restored the connection this morning, following a complete shutdown that began on Tuesday, January 13. The restoration comes just one day after the Electoral Commission (EC) announced the final results of the 2026 Presidential elections. The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) had ordered all internet service providers to switch off the web two days before the elections. According to the UCC, the shutdown was a "security measure" to:  * Stop the spread of fake news and misinformation.  * Prevent people from sharing unverified election results.  * Ensure peace and stability during the voting process. While the internet was off, most social media platforms, messaging apps like WhatsApp, and websites were unreachable for millions of Ugandans. The restoration of the internet follows the official announcement by the EC Chairman, Justice Simon By...

KAMPALA – It was a night of joy and dancing at the Lugogo Cricket Oval last evening as thousands of supporters gathered to celebrate President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's victory in the 2026 Presidential elections. The celebration followed the official declaration of President Museveni as the winner. The crowd, mostly dressed in yellow—the color of the National Resistance Movement (NRM)—cheered, sang, and waved flags throughout the event. The celebrations were led by Michael Nuwagira, popularly known as Toyota. He is the National Vice Chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU). Toyota thanked the supporters for their hard work and for choosing President Museveni once again. He said the victory belongs to the people of Uganda who want peace and progress. One of the most exciting moments of the night was when a man looking exactly like the President walked onto the stage. It was the famous comedian Teacher Mpamire (Herbert Ssegujja), who is well...

By Andrew Bbaale  KAMPALA — As the 2026 regional youth parliamentary elections approach, Andrew Bbaale has emerged as a key contender for the Central Region seat. A professional educator and a member of the Mutima clan, Bbaale’s roots trace back to Buwama Town Council in Mpigi District. His academic journey, which began at National Teachers College Kabale and culminated at Makerere University, laid the foundation for a career dedicated to ICT, Economics, and Entrepreneurship education. A Career Defined by International Leadership Bbaale’s professional portfolio spans prestigious institutions both in Uganda and abroad. Notably, he has taught at St. Mary’s Kitende and Hope Boarding Secondary School Lutembe . His most recent role was serving as the Headmaster of Ashwood Comprehensive School in the Central Equatorial State of South Sudan. Colleagues note that Bbaale recently resigned from this international post to focus on his parliamentary bid, a move his supporters cite as eviden...

  KAMPALA – Following Uganda’s disappointing exit from the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) group stages, the Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has sparked a national debate by calling for a fundamental shift in how the national team is inspired. Writing on his X (formerly Twitter) platform, the Katikkiro expressed concern that while technical issues exist, a lack of "inspiration" is a primary barrier to success. His comments have ignited a conversation around four radical proposals aimed at transforming the identity and competitive edge of Ugandan football. 1. From "Cranes" to "Spears"? The Katikkiro’s most provocative suggestion involves a rebranding of the team’s identity. He argues that the Grey Crowned Crane , while beautiful, is a "docile" and "lazy" bird that fails to strike fear into opponents. "Why not name the National Team the SPEARS ?" the debate suggests. "A spear signifies courage, precision, and vic...

  TANGA, Tanzania – A high-level delegation from Uganda, led by Energy Minister Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa, today visited the construction site marking the final 100-kilometer stretch of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP). The 1,443-kilometer pipeline is a massive engineering project that will transport Uganda’s crude oil from the Kabalega Industrial Park in Hoima District to the Tanga Storage Terminal in Tanzania. From there, the oil will be loaded onto tankers for export to world markets. The visit focused on the welding works currently taking place in this final section. Completing the welding here is a vital step, as it creates the physical connection between the two countries. Once finished, the underground, heated pipeline will serve as a direct link from Uganda’s oil fields to the Indian Ocean. Minister Nankabirwa noted that reaching this point is a significant achievement for both nations. The pipeline is designed to be heated to ensure the oil flows smoothly across lon...

KAMPALA, Uganda – The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) has officially released the results for the 2025 Islamic Primary Leaving Examinations (IPLE). The results were announced on Monday, January 5, at the UMSC headquarters. A large crowd of school directors, teachers, and parents gathered to hear the performance of 7,759 candidates who sat for the exams in December. The Chairperson of the IPLE Board, Sheikh Ali Lukyamuzi, reported that the exams were held successfully at 450 centers across 68 districts. Students were tested on four key subjects: Quran, Fiqh (Jurisprudence), Lugha (Arabic Language), and Tarbia (Islamic Ethics). While most students completed their exams, the board noted that 19 pupils from Sumayya Junior School in Masaka did not sit for the papers. Additionally, results for four students have been withheld while officials investigate possible issues. The board highlighted several successes, including an increase in the number of schools registering for the exams. Ho...