Author: KATAMA COPRIAN
Queen Mother Best Kemigisa has commended businessman and philanthropist Dr Sudhir Ruparelia for his role in supporting the education and personal wellbeing of her late son, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, during his formative years. Speaking at King Oyo’s burial service at St John’s Cathedral in Fort Portal on Friday, Kemigisa reflected on Ruparelia’s contribution to the education of the young monarch as he grew up carrying the responsibilities of the Tooro Kingdom. “Dr Sudhir Ruparelia is among those who educated my son in high school,” Kemigisa said. She explained that Ruparelia’s support was not limited to Oyo’s…
Ugandan businessman and philanthropist Dr Sudhir Ruparelia has been appointed a Patriotic Officer by the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), joining 117 other prominent Ugandans in the organisation’s expanding network. Ruparelia has been assigned the designation PO/198 among the latest group of appointments announced on Friday, September 11, by PLU General Secretary Fadil Twalla. The 118 newly designated Patriotic Officers were appointed by PLU Chairman Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba and include individuals drawn from the business community, politics, public service and other sectors. Ruparelia’s appointment comes just days after he publicly endorsed Gen Muhoozi’s anticipated 2031 presidential bid by signing a…
A 25-year-old man has reportedly been arrested in Kibera, Nairobi, after allegedly being found selling what police suspect to be human flesh to unsuspecting residents as beef. The suspect, who is said to be from the Gusii community, was reportedly taken into custody by officers from Kibera Police Station following a tip-off from residents who had become suspicious of his meat-selling activities. According to reports circulating about the incident, investigations allegedly revealed that the meat being sold was not from an animal but was believed to be human flesh from a woman whose body had reportedly been killed and dismembered.…
The Indian Association of Uganda (IAU) is preparing to give this year’s Plascon India Day a strong humanitarian focus, with proceeds from the celebration expected to help fund critical medical treatment for vulnerable Ugandans. The annual event is scheduled for October 3, 2026, at Kololo Independence Grounds in Kampala and is supported by Sudhir Ruparelia. It will bring together government officials, business leaders, members of the Indian community, corporate partners and the general public for a day of music, food, entertainment and cultural exchange. However, alongside the festivities will be a major healthcare initiative aimed at helping children suffering from…
Uganda’s prominent businessmen Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and Godfrey Kirumira have publicly thrown their support behind Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s presidential ambitions, giving the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) a high-profile boost as it steps up its mobilisation efforts. The two business leaders visited the PLU headquarters on Monday, September 7, 2026, where they signed endorsement books backing Gen. Muhoozi’s bid for the presidency. Their presence at the PLU offices was welcomed by supporters as a notable display of confidence in Muhoozi’s leadership and political aspirations. Their participation also brought the backing of two well-known figures from Uganda’s private sector into the…
A police doctor, Dr Phenehas Bwambale, has testified before Mwanga II Court in Mengo that he medically examined seven of the nine young men facing charges related to alleged trespassing at Miracle Centre and defamation of Pastor Robert Kayanja over accusations of homosexuality. Dr Bwambale gave his testimony on Monday before Chief Magistrate Adams Byarugaba as the court hearing continued. The doctor told court that he examined the seven accused individuals and found that some had injuries. He said he was attached to Kawempe Police Station under KMP North, where his duties included conducting medical examinations in cases involving sexual…
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has moved its specialised Real Estate Tax Office from its headquarters in Nakawa to RR Pearl Tower One, a property owned by businessman and entrepreneur Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia. The relocation took effect on September 7, 2026, as part of the tax authority’s efforts to improve service delivery and make it easier for taxpayers in the real estate sector to access specialised assistance. In a public notice, URA announced that the Real Estate Tax Office is now located on the ninth floor of RR Pearl Tower One along Yusuf Lule Road, opposite the Ministry of Health…
Kitgum, Uganda – Tension gripped residents of Kitgum District on Monday evening after a man was brutally killed by an irate mob over allegations of stealing a solar panel. The victim, whose identity has not yet been officially released, was reportedly caught red-handed attempting to remove a solar panel from a home in Pudik Village, Labongo Amida Sub-county. According to eyewitnesses, local residents quickly gathered and confronted the suspected thief before administering mob justice. Despite pleas from some community members to hand the man over to authorities, the enraged crowd beat him severely, resulting in his death at the scene.…
The growing ties between Uganda and its Indian community are set to be highlighted at India Day 2026, with Ruparelia Group joining a number of companies supporting this year’s celebrations. The business conglomerate founded by businessman Sudhir Ruparelia has been named among the event’s principal sponsors, with Kansai Plascon Uganda taking the lead as the headline sponsor. India Day brings together Ugandans and members of the Indian community to celebrate shared cultural heritage while recognising the community’s contribution to Uganda’s social and economic progress. The annual celebration is usually held around India’s Independence Day on August 15 and features a…
Speke Resort Munyonyo has been recognised as Uganda’s Leading Conference Hotel for 2026 at the World Travel Awards, giving the five-star property another notable international honour. The latest award further strengthens the resort’s position as one of Uganda’s major destinations for conferences, meetings and large-scale events. Located in Munyonyo, the resort operates under the Speke Group of Hotels, which is part of the Ruparelia Group owned by businessman Sudhir Ruparelia. Over the years, Speke Resort Munyonyo has built a strong presence in the meetings and events industry, hosting government programmes, corporate functions, international gatherings and private occasions. The property has…
