Author: Katama Coprian
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has begun distributing more than five million newly designed National Identity Cards to districts across Uganda. The rollout follows the mass registration and renewal exercise launched in May 2025, which targeted over 15.8 million renewals and 17.2 million new applicants, including children under 17 and those who missed the 2014 registration. So, what do the new National IDs look like — and what’s different this time? Here’s a breakdown of their key features and what they mean for cardholders. Enhanced Security Design The new National IDs come with advanced anti-counterfeit protection. One of…
Authorities have arrested a Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) officer and a health worker for allegedly stealing large quantities of government medicines, including more than 150,000 doses of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs.The operation, carried out by the National Drug Authority (NDA), targeted individuals suspected of diverting medical supplies from public health facilities for illegal sale on the black market. NDA spokesperson Abiaz Rwamwiri confirmed the arrests, saying the crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to end the theft of essential drugs meant for public hospitals. According to the NDA, the main suspect, identified as Lance Corporal Jimmy Kisembo, a laboratory technician…
Norah Mahlangu, the mayor of Tswaing Local Municipality in South Africa’s North West Province, has taken a one-month leave following the circulation of a leaked private video that spread through an ANC WhatsApp group. The video reportedly showed Mahlangu in a compromising situation, leaving her deeply embarrassed and struggling with emotional distress. Sources close to her say the intense public attention and online backlash have affected her mental health, prompting her decision to step away from official duties for a while. Reports suggest the video was originally shared with a man believed to be her romantic partner. It is alleged…
A family conflict has overshadowed the death of Namirembe Angel, a third-year Law student at Uganda Christian University (UCU), who died in a boda boda accident on Tuesday. What began as a time of mourning quickly turned into a heated disagreement over her paternity and burial arrangements. Relatives say the tension started at Mulago Hospital Mortuary when Robert Mutebi, the man who raised Namirembe, arrived to pick up her body. He was stopped by Hon. Betty Nambooze, who came with a funeral home vehicle, claiming she was acting on instructions from Namirembe’s “real father,” a man identified as Kiwanuka, said…
In a heartbreaking twist of fate, Bishop Sarah, once a respected founder of Life Vision Freedom Ministries and overseer of seven thriving churches in Ruiru, has been found homeless, drunk, and broken, tearfully recounting how her life spiraled into despair. Once a beacon of hope and spiritual guidance, Bishop Sarah shocked Kenyans when a video surfaced showing her in a severely distressed state, wandering the streets and visibly intoxicated. Her story, shared by a concerned good Samaritan identified as Kinyanya, has gone viral and ignited national conversation on mental health, betrayal, and the plight of abandoned leaders. Speaking through tears,…
Sex should be enjoyable, but for many women, it’s not always the case. Pain during sex, also known as dyspareunia, is something that many women silently struggle with. There are many reasons behind it, and it’s important to talk openly about these things because no one should feel uncomfortable or ashamed to seek help for something that affects their well-being.That said, let’s discuss the causes and potential solutions for this issue that so many women face. Physical causes of pain One of the most common reasons women feel pain during sex is dryness. The vagina needs to be properly lubricated…
Mr. Aligi Johnson, the director of Akalo Comprehensive Secondary School in Kole District, has contributed UGX 10 million in cash to His Excellency the President of the Republic of Uganda, Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, in support of his 2026 presidential campaign. Mr. Aligi handed the money to senior presidential advisor Hon. Sam Engola, requesting that it be delivered to President Museveni as a token of appreciation for his peaceful and visionary leadership. “I want to officially thank the President for granting us a peaceful environment and enabling us to celebrate the 63rd Independence Day,” said Mr. Aligi.“This contribution of UGX…
Examination tension turned into scenes of shock and celebration after a Senior Four candidate went into labour while sitting her Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) paper and gave birth to a healthy baby girl. The incident happened at a secondary school in Uganda, leaving invigilators and fellow candidates stunned as the student, identified by witnesses only as a 17-year-old candidate, suddenly began experiencing labour pains midway through the exam. According to school officials, the girl had insisted on sitting for her exams despite being heavily pregnant. Moments after the paper began, she complained of sharp pains before collapsing beside her…
The Ugandan community in the United Arab Emirates is mourning the death of Martha Nalukwago, a woman whose story has taken a heartbreaking twist after her own family allegedly refused to claim her body. Martha, who had been working in Dubai’s Deira area for the past five years, reportedly died following an undisclosed illness. Her colleagues describe her as hardworking but say she faced many personal struggles while living away from home. However, what has shocked many Ugandans is her family’s response. Relatives back home have allegedly declined to take responsibility for her burial, claiming that during her years abroad,…
Kampala, Uganda — What was meant to be the beginning of a bright career has instead turned into a daily struggle for one Ugandan university graduate who now sells bananas on the bustling streets of Kampala to make ends meet. The young man, who proudly wore his graduation gown just months ago, says he has applied for countless jobs without success. With the high rate of unemployment among graduates, he was left with no option but to hustle on the streets. “I didn’t want to sit at home doing nothing,” he explained. “Even though I studied hard, jobs are scarce.…
