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Veteran Ugandan opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye has been advised to negotiate with President Yoweri Museveni if he wants to regain his freedom.This advice comes from a retired bush war general who claims that Besigye has no other option but to betray the struggle for change if he hopes to walk free. Besigye and his aide, Hajj Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya, have spent more than six months in detention after being abducted from Nairobi, Kenya, in November 2024.The two were in Nairobi to attend the launch of Kenyan politician Martha Karua’s book when they were arrested and transported to Uganda. In February…
Death in sleep often sounds peaceful, and for some, it is. But when it happens unexpectedly especially to someone who seemed healthy it can leave families shocked and heartbroken. The truth is, our bodies do a lot of work even while we sleep. The heart keeps beating, lungs keep breathing, and the brain continues to function. So when something goes wrong during those quiet hours, it can sadly become fatal. Here are four major reasons why some people die in their sleep, especially without warning: 1. Heart Attack (Cardiac Arrest) This is one of the most common causes. Many people…
The tranquillity of Busia District in Eastern Uganda was shattered by a gruesome discovery. The lifeless body of a 40-year-old woman was found dumped in River Solo on May 8, 2024. Police in Busia retrieved the body of a woman who was found dead hours after she received a call. The incident has sparked a flurry of activity among local authorities, with three suspects already in custody as the investigation unfolds. According to Moses Mugwe, the Bukedi Region Police Spokesperson, Paulina Lokiru’s body was discovered in the morning. “We received information involving the murder of a 40-year-old woman and have…
Kampala Business Mogul and Real estate magnate Dr Sudhir Ruparelia has renamed his newly acquired Lotis Towers after his granddaughter Arie. The 14-storied upscale building, now called Arie Towers hosts various businesses including British American Tobacco (BAT), Cairo Bank, multiple law firms, and other companies. This website reported last week how the businessman recently acquired the prime multi-million dollar property, situated at plot 16 Mackinnon Road in the city centre through a public auction by dfcu Bank. This acquisition, completed last week, was publicly announced by both Sudhir and the seller, DFCU Bank Limited, presenting a significant transition in the city’s…
After spending four years working as a househelp in Dubai, Salla Tourist made the courageous decision to return to her home country, driven by a deep desire to make a difference. Despite the challenges she faced, including societal expectations and personal sacrifices, Salla embarked on a journey to pursue her dream of providing quality education to the children in her community. Salla’s journey began humbly, with her teaching children in her mother’s house. What started as a small initiative soon grew into something much larger as more and more children flocked to her makeshift classroom. “I was teaching my daughter…
Supplication is a powerful tool for Christians to connect with God and receive answers to their prayers. However, many Christians struggle with effective supplication, leading to unanswered prayers and a weakened faith. In this article, we will explore four essential things to avoid during supplication to ensure your prayers are heard and answered. 1. Lack of Faith Faith is a spiritual gift that enables us to believe without doubting God’s promises. Mark 11:22-23 says, “Jesus addressed them, ‘Have faith in God. I assure you that whoever tells this mountain to get up and hurl itself into the sea and doesn’t…
At least eight people have been killed by landslides triggered by torrential rains in Kasese district on Thursday, a government official said on Friday. Joe Walusimbi, resident district commissioner for Kasese, told Xinhua by telephone that landslides swept several areas in Kyarumba and Kyondo sub-counties, leaving eight people dead. “We are trying our level best to advise the affected people in the affected areas to leave and relocate to safe places until the situation returns to normal,” said Walusimbi. “We have informed the Office of the Prime Minister for guidance,” he said. Local media reported that the landslides claimed 13…
A tragic incident occurred on the Kampala-Masaka Road on Saturday, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to several others due to a bus overturning. The unfortunate victim was Cissy Nabadda, a pedestrian from Butende Village in Masaka District. She was hit by the bus and died instantly at the scene. The mishap took place at Mpugwe Village. The bus, owned by Global Coaches and registered under UAZ 809X, was en route to Mbarara from Kampala. The driver lost control of the vehicle while trying to evade a stationary trailer with the registration CG 01493AC parked by the…
An entertainer known as Young C embarked on a daring challenge on Wednesday, May 8, by burying himself alive for 24 hours. He later shared his experience in a video after the ordeal.Young C, a Nigerian entertainer, captured the attention of many when he decided to undertake a self-imposed challenge of being buried alive for 24 hours. The Imo State University graduate documented the experience through live footage streamed from the coffin.After completing the challenge, Young C addressed his audience in a new video, revealing that his TikTok account was banned due to the nature of the challenge. Despite the…
URA will potentially collect more than 36 million from a textile smuggler that was intercepted in Jinja on Tuesday this week. The URA enforcement officers in Jinja intercepted a Toyota Kluger that was fully loaded with smuggled textiles from Kenya that was loaded with 300kgs of plain polyester textile from India and 800kgs of Kitenge fabric that is estimated to yield revenue worth UGX 36,531,844 in taxes and penalties. According to data from the World Bank, Uganda imported textiles worth USD 327,411.13 taking up 3.7% of imports in 2020. The majority of these imports come from China, India, Vietnam, and…