Foreign Affairs Minister and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has stated that President William Ruto personally intervened to secure the release of activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo from Uganda.Speaking to the media in Western Kenya following the Malava Constituency by-election campaigns on Friday, November 21, 2025, the Prime CS
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President Suluhu Poised for Re-election Amid Internet Blackout
Tanzania heads to the polls today in a tense atmosphere as President Suluhu Hassan seeks a fresh mandate amid widespread internet disruptions and growing concerns over the fairness of the electoral process. The election, seen as a crucial test of Tanzania’s democratic trajectory, has drawn regional and international attention due
President Ruto Apologizes to Suluhu, Museveni and Kenyan GenZ’s
President William Ruto issued a formal apology on Wednesday, extending his regrets to Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenyan youth over past grievances that may have strained relationships. Speaking at the National Prayer Breakfast at Safari Park, Ruto emphasized the importance of rebuilding ties and fostering unity, framing Kenya’s current trajectory as
Museveni urges Ugandans to embrace financial growth and combat poverty
President Yoweri Museveni has called on Ugandans to reject complacency and actively pursue opportunities for financial growth in the ongoing battle against poverty. Addressing residents across the East African nation, he highlighted the need for collective action, cautioning that many have become too accustomed to living in poverty. "I felt compelled
New dates announced for African Nations Championship
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the new dates for the African Nations Championship (CHAN), which will now take place from August 2 to 30, 2023. The tournament, co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, was originally slated for February but was postponed to allow the hosting nations
Museveni’s controversial son General Muhoozi Kainerugaba quits X
Major General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, has announced his departure from the social media platform X. The general, known for his provocative tweets, cited a renewed commitment to his military responsibilities as the driving force behind his decision. At 50, Gen Kainerugaba has garnered significant attention
Call for clarity on Migingo Island as report remains under wraps
The African Human Rights Bureau, led by Executive Director Dan Alila, is urging the Kenyan government to clarify the status of Migingo Island following a joint survey conducted with Uganda in 2014. Alila has expressed concerns that the findings of this taxpayer-funded survey have neither been made public nor implemented,
Ugandan politician Bobi Wine shot in the leg
Ugandan politician and opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, famously known as Bobi Wine, was allegedly shot in the leg at Bulindo, Uganda.In a statement on X, his social handle administrator said that Bobi Wine is currently receiving treatment.Bobi Wine's admin further promised to share more information on his health."Our President
President Museveni tests positive for Covid19
Ugandan president Yoweri Museveni has tested positive for covid19 and commenced self isolation. According to a statement released by a senior health ministry official said late on Wednesday, Museveni tested positive after developing mild flu-like symptoms but is in robust heath and continues to perform his duties normally
Aggravated homosexuality punishable by death in new Uganda law
Parliament of Uganda has passed into Law a new Ant-Homosexuality legislation that makes it illegal to identify as LGBT in Uganda. The newly passed legislation makes ‘aggravated homosexuality’ punishable by death while gay sex without the aggravated tag carries a mere life sentence. According to the new law, aggravated