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By Frank Kamuntu The Office of the National Chairman (ONC), under the leadership of Special Presidential Advisor on Political Affairs (SPA/PA) Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, is set to host a grand street Iftar for fasting Muslims and non-muslims in downtown Kampala on Thursday, March 20, 2025, starting at 3:00 PM. Speaking at a press conference held at her offices in Kyambogo, Hajjat Namyalo confirmed that the event, which falls during the Holy Month of Ramadan, aims to bring together hundreds of fasting Muslims for a communal Iftar. The initiative is part of ONC’s continued efforts to support the Muslim community during…

By Our Reporter Elon Musk’s X was hit by waves of outages earlier Monday, which the billionaire claims was due to a cyberattack. “We’re not sure exactly what happened,” Musk said, “But there was a massive cyberattack to try to bring down the X system.” According to outage tracking site DownDetector, the problems began around 6 a.m. ET when up to 20,538 users reported problems. The issues temporarily died down before nearly 40,000 users reported outages at 10 am. Outages reported on DownDetector began to drop around 2 p.m. ET and trailed off throughout the afternoon. Many users on DownDetector…

By Our Reporter Lira: The Lira Chief Magistrates Court has convicted and sentenced Sarah Atim, the Chairperson of Ipito Aweno Parish Development Model (PDM) SACCO, to one year, eleven months, and three weeks in prison on charges related to the mismanagement of PDM funds in Lira District. Atim was found guilty of obtaining millions of shillings from thousands of PDM beneficiaries across the district under false pretenses. As Chairperson of Ipito Aweno PDM SACCO in Lira City West Division, Atim exploited her position to extort money from vulnerable members of various PDM groups, promising expedited access to their government-issued funds.…

By Our Reporter Police in Uasin Gishu have launched investigations after a man was found to have illegally set up a police patrol base in Cherus Centre, Kesses Sub-County, without the knowledge or authorization of the National Police Service (NPS). According to reports, the suspect, Collins Leitich, alias Chepkulei, a resident of Asis Village in Ndugulu location, took it upon himself to establish a police patrol base at a building, and went as far as painting the structure in official police colours, creating the impression of a legitimate security post. The discovery of the unauthorized base was made by local…

By Our Reporter President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga have officially signed a political pact signaling an endeavour to work together in one government. The deal between the Ruto’s ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party and Raila’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) was on Friday officially signed at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). President Ruto and Raila both appended their signatures to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) while flanked by their respective party officials. Speaking after the signing, ODM National Chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga lauded the new partnership, terming it a sign of putting…

By Our Reporter Former Vice President Kamala Harris is not done, and she is by no means ready to hand her boots in. There are whispers of her venturing into Hollywood in some capacity. Now that she has official talent representation, the seasoned politician clearly wants to work in the media or entertainment industry. It was earlier assumed that she might look for her second innings in the entertainment industry. The rumors were then confirmed when CAA posted the details on its social media account. In February, the Creative Artists Agency, or CAA, revealed on Instagram that Harris had joined…

By Frank Kamuntu The ONC Manager, SPA/PA Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye has called on the Muslim community to actively engage in government programs, highlighting their potential to enhance their livelihoods. Speaking at the Ramadan Convention 2025, organized by Al-Waasi Charity, Hajjat Hadijah revealed that many government initiatives are designed to benefit the community. “Do not ignore programs brought by the government because, in most cases, they are intended to improve our livelihoods,” she said during the well-attended event on Sunday. The convention, themed “Live a Balanced Life,” aimed to equip Muslims with insights into balancing various aspects of life, including…

By Rosa Kemirembe Homework is a topic that sparks strong emotions in parents and students alike. While it’s meant to reinforce learning, it can often become a source of stress and frustration for families. As parents, we want to support our children’s education, but how can we do so without turning homework into a nightly battle? In this blog, we’ll explore the value of homework, the science behind how the brain learns, and practical strategies to help your child study smarter—not harder. The Value of Homework – But It Doesn’t Have to Be Daily Homework serves an important purpose in…

By Our Reporter As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, Kampala International University (KIU) Western Campus has reinforced its dedication to women’s empowerment and girl child education. The university recently hosted a highly successful Open Day, drawing thousands of students, parents, and community members to explore its diverse academic programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and unwavering commitment to gender equality in education. The event provided a valuable platform for students and prospective learners to engage with faculty members, explore career prospects, and discover the vast opportunities available at KIU. A key focus of the Open Day was highlighting KIU’s role in nurturing…

By Frank Kamuntu As Uganda joins the rest of the world in celebrating International Women’s Day tomorrow, ONC Manager SPA/PA Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye has saluted the resilience of hardworking women who go the extra mile to provide for their families. In an interview ahead of the Women’s Day celebrations set for Saturday in Kyankwanzi District, Namyalo praised women who have taken on multiple roles, including those traditionally held by men, to ensure their families’ survival. “I respect, commend, and salute all women, especially those who hustle hard to provide for their families. Those who sell tomatoes and so other…