Author: Katama Coprian
A woman from Jinja has become the subject of intense online discussion after a viral video allegedly showed her asking her son to help remove her clothes after returning home from a night of heavy drinking.WATCH VIDEO OF HER SPEAKING. The clip, which has circulated widely on TikTok, Facebook and X, triggered mixed reactions from Ugandans, with many expressing shock while others questioned the context in which the video was recorded and shared online. According to social media users discussing the incident, the woman had reportedly returned home intoxicated from a nightclub in Jinja before the controversial moment captured in…
At least 24 soldiers of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) were injured on Saturday after a military truck overturned in Agago District while transporting personnel to Gulu City.The accident involved a military vehicle attached to the 5th Infantry Division Training School in Labwordwong. The soldiers were travelling to the 4th Infantry Division Barracks in Gulu when the vehicle reportedly overturned.The injured soldiers sustained varying degrees of injuries and were rushed to medical facilities for treatment. The cause of the accident had not been officially established by the time of publication, and there was no immediate statement from the UPDF…
Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has established himself as one of Uganda’s most accomplished entrepreneurs and ranks among East Africa’s leading business figures. Over the years, he has built a diversified investment portfolio covering real estate, hospitality, education, insurance, media, floriculture, and financial services. As founder and chairman of the Ruparelia Group, which comprises more than 28 companies, he has developed businesses that have become household names in Uganda while creating employment opportunities for thousands of people across multiple industries. His rise to prominence, however, was far from straightforward. Rather than inheriting a business empire, Sudhir’s journey was shaped by hardship after…
In a country where many communities continue to face economic hardship and limited access to essential services, acts of sustained generosity can make a meaningful difference. Among Uganda’s prominent business leaders, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has earned recognition not only for building one of the country’s largest business empires but also for using his success to support vulnerable people through philanthropy. Over the years, much has been written about Sudhir’s achievements in business, from real estate and hospitality to education and other sectors. However, another important aspect of his legacy is the work carried out through the Ruparelia Foundation, which has…
Victoria University has unveiled a new scholarship initiative that will provide 100 fully sponsored Master’s degree opportunities to exceptional members of its 2025 graduating class, in tribute to the late Rajiv Ruparelia and his lasting contribution to education, leadership and youth empowerment. The Rajiv Memorial Scholarships Programme, financed by the Ruparelia Family through the Ruparelia Family Foundation, is reserved for the university’s highest-achieving graduates. The initiative aims to support talented young professionals as they pursue postgraduate studies while developing the skills needed to become future leaders, innovators and researchers. In an announcement released by the Office of the Vice Chancellor,…
A video circulating widely across social media has ignited intense public discussion after a woman, whom online users have identified as a school principal, made emotional remarks during what appears to be a live broadcast. The clip, which has spread rapidly across multiple platforms, has generated thousands of reactions, with many viewers expressing shock, confusion and concern over the claims being shared online. In the footage, the woman appears to apologize and asks members of the public for forgiveness. Social media posts accompanying the video allege that she confessed to infecting hundreds of students with HIV and requested to be…
A school trip bus accident in Bugweri District that left one person dead and 15 others injured has renewed concerns about road safety, coming just days after another crash involving learners in Mukono District claimed one life. The latest accident happened today, July 14, 2026, at around 4:45am in Nawangisa Village along the Mbale-Iganga Highway, where an Isuzu bus carrying students from St. Paul Secondary School in Katakwi collided with a stationary trailer. The bus, owned by Amuria High School, was transporting 73 students to Kasenyi Landing Site in Entebbe for a geography tour when the crash occurred. Police said…
WhatsApp has unveiled a new username feature that will allow users to connect with others without revealing their phone numbers, marking one of the platform’s biggest privacy updates in recent years. The new feature, announced by Meta, is designed to make it easier for people to start conversations while keeping their mobile numbers private. It is expected to be particularly useful when chatting with new classmates, neighbours, business contacts, event attendees or members of newly joined groups. Since its launch, WhatsApp has relied on phone numbers to identify users. While this has made communication straightforward, it has also meant that…
Business executives, government leaders and invited guests assembled at Speke Resort Munyonyo on Tuesday evening for a thanksgiving dinner held in honour of veteran entrepreneur Mrs. Goodra Tumusiime Behakanira, celebrating her achievements in business, her personal journey and her steadfast Christian faith. Among the notable attendees was businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, who joined fellow members of the business community, Cabinet ministers, Members of Parliament and other dignitaries at the event, which attracted a large gathering from different parts of Uganda. The evening featured worship, prayers, personal testimonies and reflections on Goodra’s inspiring rise from a small trader to one of…
A tragic road accident along Juba Road on Tuesday morning claimed the life of a female cyclist after she was hit by a speeding fuel tanker, with police citing reckless driving as the primary cause. According to North Kyoga Police spokesperson Patrick Jimmy Okema, the crash happened around 7:30 a.m. near Good Lord Hardware as both the tanker and the cyclist traveled from Kamdini towards Lira City. Preliminary investigations revealed that the driver of the white Mercedes Benz fuel tanker, registration number KBS 761N/ZD 8362, attempted to overtake the cyclist but misjudged the maneuver, fatally crushing the woman’s head. Police…
