Uganda Airlines has once again found itself in the headlines—not for expansion or innovation, but for a ballooning wage bill that starkly contrasts its troubled performance. The national carrier, which is still heavily reliant on taxpayer subsidies and yet to…
From the emerald hills of Fort Portal to the dusty trails of Kyenjojo, the motorsport gods are summoning the fiercest drivers for a battle that could break hearts and rewrite destiny. Welcome to the UMC Fort Portal Tourism City Rally…
Ugandan authorities have intensified their clampdown on unlicensed airwaves, sentencing popular disc jockey Ronald Kiweewa, better known as “Selector Wagon”, to two years in prison for operating a radio station without authorization. The 27-year-old was caught broadcasting on 92.0 Crest…
In a landmark $3 billion (approx. 55 billion rand) acquisition, French media giant Canal+ has officially taken full ownership of MultiChoice Group, the powerhouse behind DStv, GOtv, and SuperSport. This deal, approved by South Africa’s Competition Tribunal on July 23,…
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s journey from Merseyside to Madrid has hit an unexpected speed bump, his beloved £130,000 Range Rover P530 won’t be joining him on the drive to training. The English right-back, who just sealed a six-year switch to Real Madrid,…
In a historic transition, the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has officially taken over power distribution from UMEME Limited, marking the end of a 20-year concession. This move, driven by the government’s decision to reclaim control, aims to enhance…
Kampala, Uganda – The StarTimes Uganda Premier League (UPL) went into recess following matchdays 16 and 17 of the second round, setting the stage for an electrifying climax when the competition resumes on March 1, 2025. With just minimal matches…
Entebbe, Uganda – A Turkish Airlines flight bound for Istanbul was forced to return to Entebbe International Airport on Sunday, January 26, 2025, after a safety precaution was triggered mid-air, necessitating immediate action by the crew. Flight TK612, an Airbus…
Mountain Dew Uganda 3X3 Basketball Series Reaches Climax: Finals Set for December 7th The inaugural Mountain Dew Uganda 3X3 basketball series, which kicked off in October, has entered its final stretch. The highly anticipated grand finale is scheduled to take…
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has significantly increased fees for replacing damaged national IDs and altering personal details. The cost, previously UGX 50,000, has been quadrupled to UGX 200,000, marking a major policy shift. The changes, announced by…
