Author: Daniel Muwanguzi

PRETORIA, South Africa – As the demand for premium smart devices continues to surge across the nation, Theboss_tech, a leading tech retailer based in Pretoria, is setting a new standard for accessibility, security, and social media-driven customer engagement. Founded by entrepreneur Gilford Mubvumi, the company has rapidly grown into a trusted name for premium iPhones and smart technology, amassing a dedicated following of over 154,000 users and millions of content views online. Operating with a customer-first philosophy, Theboss_tech distinguishes itself through its Secure Cash on Delivery model, eliminating the traditional anxieties associated with online tech purchases. This commitment to trust…

She carries a name that commands attention, but Constance Kemigisha—better known to her millions of fans as Coco Must Shine—is proving that star power is not just inherited; it is earned. In a recent candid conversation with veteran media personality Ruth Kalibbala Bwanika, the Ugandan media sensation opened up about her journey from a childhood shadowed by fame to becoming a multi-hyphenate powerhouse in her own right. As the daughter of legendary comedian Amooti Omubalanguzi, Coco might have had a foot in the door, but she has since kicked that door wide open, walking through as a model, actor, influencer,…

Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo Rose Epel has been sworn in as the woman member of Parliament for Katakwi District. Alupo came through unopposed after all her contestants withdrew from the race. The contest had attracted four candidates at the National Resistance Movement (NRM) primary level before narrowing to two at the general election stage. Shortly after her Swearing-in, today, the vice president pledeged to continue working very closely with NRM leadership and government to deliver services to the people of Katakwi and the country at large.”We shall continue prioritising service delivery, peace and security, education for all, health…

By Dr. Ziidah Namwaya Uganda’s fight against maternal morbidity and mortality will not be won by numbers alone. While increasing the number of midwives is essential, the deeper reality is that Uganda needs midwives who are highly skilled, adequately supported, and strategically placed where mothers need them most especially in Rural Health Centre IIIs. According to the 2022 Uganda Demographic and Health Survey, Uganda’s maternal mortality ratio declined from 336 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2016 to 189 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2022. Yet despite this progress, nearly 6,000 Ugandan women and girls still die each year…

By Dr. Moses Wankiiri When many Ugandans think about healthcare, the focus often goes to doctors, hospitals, and medical equipment. Yet behind every successful patient recovery, every safe delivery, every cancer treatment session, and every intensive care intervention stand a nurse. In many cases, nurses are the first healthcare professionals, patients would love to meet and the last to leave their bedside. As Uganda’s healthcare needs continue to grow and become more complex, the country must urgently rethink how it views and invests in specialized nursing. The story of nursing in Uganda is one of remarkable transformation. Years ago, nursing…

As Uganda continues to witness a growing number of women entering the boda boda business, the ‘Twezimbe Women Boda Boda’ Association based in Wakaliga currently has over 150 female members. This women-led boda association highlights how to break barriers in the traditionally male-dominated industry while working tirelessly to provide for their families and thriving in the transport business across Uganda. In celebration of Mother’s Day, the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS) has extended support to women boda boda riders through the donation of reflector jackets aimed at promoting road safety, visibility, and empowerment for women in the transport. Dathive Mukeshimana,…

Questions have arisen following the Tororo District Council’s resolution to allocate land to five government Agencies in what many councilors and district leaders call ‘flawed and opaque’ manner. The resolution was passed on Wednesday, 6th May, 2026 where Council approved a Shs97 billion budget for the 2026/2027 financial year in a stormy session marred by procedural breaches, missing documents, and bitter clashes among councillors. The same session also approved a string of land allocations to government entities including the Resident District Commissioner’s office, NIRA, the High Court, the Inspectorate of Government, and UNATU. Yet only NIRA’s request was listed on…

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) has embarked on a sensitization campaign for Mineral Markets and Buying Centres Regulations, 2026 aimed at establishing a structured, transparent, and efficient system for the formation of buying centres, licensing of mineral dealers, and the sale and disposal of minerals, piloting particularly with gold, tin, and gemstones. The workshop, held from May 7th to 8th, 2026, at JLM Hotel, Busia, brought together Government Entities and Agencies, Mineral Dealers and Buyers, Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) Associations, Mining Companies, Processors and Refiners, Development Partners and Civil Society Organizations, Financial Institutions, Academia among others.…

The Vice President Jessica Alupo has reaffirmed Uganda’s readiness to deepen cooperation with the European Union in areas that promote sustainable investment, technology transfer, and shared prosperity. She made the remarks while officiating at the Europe Day 2026 and celebrations to 50-years of partnership between Uganda and the European Union since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1976. Over the past five decades, the European Union and its Member States, working collectively as Team Europe, have contributed more than €5 billion in development cooperation to Uganda. This support according to VP Alupo has contributed to improvements in infrastructure, energy, trade,…

The Special Forces Command (SFC) headquarters and surrounding health units were a hive of activity on Thursday as the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) Diaspora chapters marked General Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s 52nd birthday with a massive charity outreach. Running under the theme “Run for Charity, Run for Hope,” the celebrations combined humanitarian support for new mothers with a greening initiative at the 20 Gbad Brigade Headquarters in Kigungu. The delegation, led by USA-PLU Chapter Chairman Mr. Kananura Ronnie and Diaspora Affairs Coordinator Mr. Steven Rutasharara, was received by the SFC Chief of Staff, Brig. Gen. Paul Namawa. While handing over essential…