Author: KATAMA COPRIAN
KATAMA COPRIAN
Katama Coprian is a journalist and author at Impalaa Updates, specializing in business, politics, and breaking news. Known for his clear reporting and eye for detail, he keeps readers updated on the stories shaping Uganda today. He is based in Kampala.
GULU, Uganda — Uganda’s motorsport community has brought competition and charitable activities together in Gulu to honour the memory of the late businessman and rally driver Rajiv Ruparelia, celebrating his contribution to the sport and his commitment to supporting communities. The tribute, held under the “Forever RR” and “Van to Gulu” campaigns, coincides with the sixth round of the 2026 KCB National Rally Championship, organised by the Central Motor Club (CMC) from October 8 to 10. Beyond the rally stages, the campaign includes planned charitable activities in Luwero and Gulu, reflecting Rajiv’s legacy of generosity and community service. Charity Activities…
Businessman and Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) mobiliser Hajji Muhammad Ssebuufu has commended the Ruparelia family for its contribution to Uganda’s economy and communities through business investments and charitable initiatives. Ssebuufu made the remarks in Gulu, where he led a PLU delegation attending a memorial motorsport event organised in honour of the late rally driver Rajiv Ruparelia. He praised the Ruparelia Foundation for its community support programmes and the Ruparelia Group for investing in various sectors, saying the businesses help sustain economic activity and provide employment opportunities. He also expressed appreciation to President Yoweri Museveni for what he described as…
A renowned Born again pastor from Iganga Town was attacked by a swarm of bees after stepping onto the altar just hours after engaging in an illicit affair with another man’s wife. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the community, was made even more dramatic by the public declaration of his wife, Dorcas, expressing her exhaustion with their marriage and her decision to leave him. It all began on a seemingly ordinary Sunday morning. Pastor Masaba known for his charismatic preaching and devoted following, was preparing for the day’s service. Unbeknownst to his congregation, the pastor had committed a…
Kenyan nominated Senator Karen Njeri Nyamu has sparked online reactions after she was filmed sucking her thumb during a Senate sitting. A video circulating online shows Nyamu seated in the chamber during proceedings on October 6, 2026, scrolling through her phone before briefly putting her thumb in her mouth. The footage, which gained attention online on October 7, attracted a mix of mockery, criticism and defence from social media users. Some questioned the senator’s conduct while Parliament was in session, with others describing the moment as childish. Others defended Nyamu, arguing that thumb-sucking can sometimes be an unconscious habit associated…
Victoria University has unveiled plans for a new purpose-built campus in Naguru, Kampala, with construction expected to start this year. The project could mark the largest physical expansion in the institution’s history. The architectural designs were shared on X by the university’s Vice Chancellor, Prof Lawrence Muganga. They depict a modern, spacious campus in one of Kampala’s established residential and commercial areas. While presenting the designs, Muganga acknowledged that their polished appearance might lead some people to believe they had been generated using artificial intelligence. “At first glance, you might think someone got a little too creative with AI,” he…
Uganda has hosted the first African Chiefs of Defence Forces Conference on Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW), bringing together military and defence experts from across Africa to examine practical approaches to dealing with emerging and non-traditional security threats. The four-day meeting is taking place at Speke Resort Munyonyo and has drawn delegates from more than 18 countries, African Union regional bodies, as well as Force Commanders serving in United Nations and African Union peace support missions. Speaking at the opening of the conference, Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Chief of Joint Staff, Lieutenant General Jack Bakasumba, said Africa’s security…
Ugandan businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has opened a major legal battle in London, seeking more than £300 million (over Shs1.4 trillion) in damages over the controversial collapse and takeover of Crane Bank. The case has opened before the London High Court, with Ruparelia and Crane Bank facing off against several companies and individuals linked to the bank’s takeover, including Norwegian firm Norfinance, Arise and other shareholders of DFCU. The trial is expected to continue for several months as the parties present their respective cases. Crane Bank, founded and principally owned by the Ruparelia family, was placed under Bank of Uganda…
KAMPALA — Ugandans looking for a quick break without travelling far from the capital have a new Independence Day option, with Speke Resort Munyonyo introducing a special Freedom Getaway package that combines accommodation, meals and leisure activities. The five-star lakeside resort is offering a Deluxe Room for a single guest at $120 (about Shs468,000) per night, while a double Deluxe Room costs $149 (about Shs582,000) per night. The promotion is being offered ahead of Uganda’s Independence Day celebrations on October 9 and is aimed at families, couples, friends and other travellers looking to enjoy a short holiday over the public…
Businessman Dr Sudhir Ruparelia has described the long-running legal dispute over the collapse and sale of Crane Bank as a battle that goes beyond financial compensation, saying it raises wider questions about justice, corporate integrity and the treatment of indigenous investors. The dispute has now entered a critical phase before the High Court in London, where former Crane Bank shareholders led by Sudhir are seeking about £200 million in damages, equivalent to roughly Shs1 trillion, over events surrounding the bank’s takeover and the subsequent transfer of selected assets and liabilities to dfcu Bank. The trial began in London in October…
Four people have died in Rakai District after reportedly developing a serious illness following the consumption of beef from a cow suspected to have been infected. The deaths have prompted police and health authorities to launch investigations to establish what caused the illness and whether the meat was responsible. The victims were residents of Muddala, Kyakabikwa and Kyabigondo villages in Lwamagwa Sub-county. Police identified three of those who died as Charles Bangirana, Jennifer Ntegyeriize and Christmas Behakanira, while the identity of the fourth victim was still unknown by Thursday. According to police, the victims became ill after eating beef served…
