Author: KATAMA COPRIAN

A renowned Born again pastor from Iganga Town was attacked by a swarm of bees after stepping onto the altar just hours after engaging in an illicit affair with another man’s wife. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the community, was made even more dramatic by the public declaration of his wife, Dorcas, expressing her exhaustion with their marriage and her decision to leave him. It all began on a seemingly ordinary Sunday morning. Pastor Masaba known for his charismatic preaching and devoted following, was preparing for the day’s service. Unbeknownst to his congregation, the pastor had committed a…

Kenyan nominated Senator Karen Njeri Nyamu has sparked online reactions after she was filmed sucking her thumb during a Senate sitting. A video circulating online shows Nyamu seated in the chamber during proceedings on October 6, 2026, scrolling through her phone before briefly putting her thumb in her mouth. The footage, which gained attention online on October 7, attracted a mix of mockery, criticism and defence from social media users. Some questioned the senator’s conduct while Parliament was in session, with others describing the moment as childish. Others defended Nyamu, arguing that thumb-sucking can sometimes be an unconscious habit associated…

Uganda has hosted the first African Chiefs of Defence Forces Conference on Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW), bringing together military and defence experts from across Africa to examine practical approaches to dealing with emerging and non-traditional security threats. The four-day meeting is taking place at Speke Resort Munyonyo and has drawn delegates from more than 18 countries, African Union regional bodies, as well as Force Commanders serving in United Nations and African Union peace support missions. Speaking at the opening of the conference, Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Chief of Joint Staff, Lieutenant General Jack Bakasumba, said Africa’s security…

Ugandan businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has opened a major legal battle in London, seeking more than £300 million (over Shs1.4 trillion) in damages over the controversial collapse and takeover of Crane Bank. The case has opened before the London High Court, with Ruparelia and Crane Bank facing off against several companies and individuals linked to the bank’s takeover, including Norwegian firm Norfinance, Arise and other shareholders of DFCU. The trial is expected to continue for several months as the parties present their respective cases. Crane Bank, founded and principally owned by the Ruparelia family, was placed under Bank of Uganda…

KAMPALA — Ugandans looking for a quick break without travelling far from the capital have a new Independence Day option, with Speke Resort Munyonyo introducing a special Freedom Getaway package that combines accommodation, meals and leisure activities. The five-star lakeside resort is offering a Deluxe Room for a single guest at $120 (about Shs468,000) per night, while a double Deluxe Room costs $149 (about Shs582,000) per night. The promotion is being offered ahead of Uganda’s Independence Day celebrations on October 9 and is aimed at families, couples, friends and other travellers looking to enjoy a short holiday over the public…

Businessman Dr Sudhir Ruparelia has described the long-running legal dispute over the collapse and sale of Crane Bank as a battle that goes beyond financial compensation, saying it raises wider questions about justice, corporate integrity and the treatment of indigenous investors. The dispute has now entered a critical phase before the High Court in London, where former Crane Bank shareholders led by Sudhir are seeking about £200 million in damages, equivalent to roughly Shs1 trillion, over events surrounding the bank’s takeover and the subsequent transfer of selected assets and liabilities to dfcu Bank. The trial began in London in October…

Four people have died in Rakai District after reportedly developing a serious illness following the consumption of beef from a cow suspected to have been infected. The deaths have prompted police and health authorities to launch investigations to establish what caused the illness and whether the meat was responsible. The victims were residents of Muddala, Kyakabikwa and Kyabigondo villages in Lwamagwa Sub-county. Police identified three of those who died as Charles Bangirana, Jennifer Ntegyeriize and Christmas Behakanira, while the identity of the fourth victim was still unknown by Thursday. According to police, the victims became ill after eating beef served…

Is Soda Bad for You? Soda’s Side Effects + Alternatives Svetlana Belozerova/Istockphoto We don’t love labeling foods and beverages “good” or “bad” — not even soda. This sort of black-and-white thinking doesn’t do us any favors in the healthy eating department. But when something offers no nutritional benefit — like regular and diet soda — there’s no point in trying to sugarcoat the facts (see what we did there?). Here’s what gives soda its bad rap and why so many health experts recommend alternative options. cagkansayin / istockphoto Is Soda Good for You? Generally speaking, soda isn’t good for your…

Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has spent decades building businesses in Uganda, emerging as one of the country’s most prominent private-sector investors. His business interests have stretched across banking, real estate, education, hospitality and insurance, covering sectors that have become important contributors to Uganda’s economy. Through the Ruparelia Group, Sudhir has developed a diversified portfolio that includes hotels and resorts, commercial and residential properties, educational institutions and other businesses. The group’s operations have created employment while supporting thousands of people both directly and indirectly. His journey in business has also mirrored the changing landscape of Uganda’s private sector. After returning to Uganda…

KAMPALA — The legal battle surrounding the collapse and takeover of Crane Bank has expanded further in the United Kingdom, with businessman Sudhir Ruparelia and other former shareholders seeking at least €200 million (about Shs889 billion) in damages from parties linked to the bank’s takeover. The case is before the High Court in London and involves Rabobank and some of its former executives, adding another dimension to a dispute that dates back to Bank of Uganda’s intervention in Crane Bank in 2016. Crane Bank was placed under statutory management by Bank of Uganda in October 2016, before selected assets and…