Author: Katama Coprian
Sometimes, our bodies speak to us in whispers before they scream. When it comes to HIV, early detection can save your life not just physically, but emotionally and mentally too. Many people ignore the early signs because they seem so ordinary. But if you begin to notice the following symptoms in your body, it’s wise to stop assuming and go for a proper HIV test. It’s not about fear it’s about taking control of your health. 1. Constant Fatigue: We all get tired, yes. But if you find yourself constantly drained even after resting, or your energy levels drop for…
Uganda’s sugar industry is once again at the centre of a heated national debate following plans to officially open CN Sugar Factory in Namayingo District on Tuesday by President Yoweri Museveni, an establishment that has emerged amid serious legal, regulatory and policy controversies. At the heart of the dispute is whether political leaders, including the President and the Prime Minister, can be drawn into legitimizing an investment that some sugar players say was conceived, constructed and operationalized outside the law. The controversy has reignited long-standing tensions between established players, new entrants and regulators in an industry that is strictly controlled…
Police in Nwoya District have recovered an SMG rifle believed to have been used to terrorize residents in the area, following a community-led operation that began with the interception of a suspected stolen vehicleAccording to police, the operation was carried out in Paminyai Subcounty after intelligence was gathered from informants in Nyamukino and Gotapwoyo villages. The information pointed to a suspicious white Ipsum vehicle, registration number UAP 032E, allegedly transporting 11 stolen goats. Alert residents intercepted the vehicle before police arrived at the scene and arrested the driver, identified as Omony Dicken, a 28-year-old broker from Pece-Laroo Division in Gulu…
A suspect arrested in eastern Uganda has confessed to the ritual murder of a teenage student and claimed responsibility for the killings of dozens of other girls before being granted bail, raising serious questions about judicial processes and public safety The suspect, identified as Fahad Kiranda (27), was arrested in Mayuge District in December 2025 for the alleged defilement and murder of Sumaya Binti Edrisa, a 15-year-old Senior Two student. Police allege that on March 23, 2025, Kiranda checked into a lodge in Mbale City and later called the receptionist using the victim’s phone, instructing him to check the room where her…
Amuriat Pascal Etobait, the Democratic Front (DF) candidate for Soroti City East MP and party deputy president Eastern region, made a strong showing at the MP debate at Rhino Camp Hotel yesterday. He joined fellow aspirants to discuss pressing issues facing Soroti City East, like healthcare, education, and economic development. Amuriat laid out his plans for the city, making several promises to the people of Soroti if elected. He highlighted his commitment to address the challenges facing the constituency, focusing on tangible solutions and community-driven initiatives. The debate was an opportunity for him to showcase his vision and leadership qualities…
Mbale, Uganda — Authorities in the Elgon Region have confirmed the dramatic arrest of a male student from Manafwa District who was caught attempting to flee into Kenya after allegedly participating in the brutal killing of a woman in Busajabwankuba Cell, Namunsi Ward, on June 12. According to Elgon Region Police spokesperson Rogers Taitika, the suspect is currently in custody and assisting investigators with crucial leads into the heinous attack that left the community reeling with fear and anger. “The suspect was taken into custody following intensive investigations and remains under police detention as inquiries continue,” Mr. Taitika said in…
Family members, friends, and online followers have been left in deep shock and sorrow after the sudden death of businesswoman Monica Karungi and her two young sons.Karungi, known on TikTok as Monie Wigs (Monie848), had built a steady following through her work in ladies’ hair and wigs. Many admired her as a hardworking single mother and entrepreneur. According to early reports from people close to the family, the circumstances surrounding the tragedy are still under investigation although initial reports suggest that she poisoned herself and her two sons to death. Some community members have alleged that Monica may have been…
Police in Rukiga District have confirmed the identities of those who lost their lives in a tragic road crash involving a Trinity Bus, registration number RAT 597K, along the Mbarara–Kabale highway. Authorities identified the deceased as Lubwama John Herbert, 26, a resident of Kanyanya Village in Kawempe Division, Wakiso District; Habineza Alfred, 30, a Rwandan national who worked as a bus conductor; and Gadaffi, also a Rwandan national and bus conductor. Police further named Habiyaremye Ananias, 44, the bus driver from Rwamagana District in Rwanda, as another victim. Three adult female passengers also died in the accident, although their identities…
Uganda is steadily positioning itself as an attractive destination for both domestic and international investors, a momentum many observers link to the leadership and influence of Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, one of the country’s most prominent business figures. His strategic investments and consistent advocacy have played a key role in elevating Uganda’s economic standing. Through a diverse business portfolio that cuts across real estate, banking, hospitality, insurance and education, Sudhir has consistently demonstrated the scale of opportunity available in Uganda. Major developments such as Speke Apartments, Kingdom Kampala and the Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort have transformed Kampala’s cityscape while also projecting confidence…
In every generation, a small number of individuals emerge whose influence leaves a lasting imprint on a nation’s social and economic life. In Uganda, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia stands among those rare figures a self-made billionaire, visionary investor, philanthropist and committed patriot whose work continues to shape the country’s future. From strengthening Uganda’s financial systems to reshaping its tourism industry and transforming the real estate sector, Sudhir’s impact is both deep and far-reaching. As the nation moves forward into a new chapter of opportunity, the question is no longer whether he should be celebrated, but why his contributions deserve continuous recognition.…
