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In a moment rich with symbolism and significance, His Highness Papa Emorimor, the revered cultural leader of the Iteso people, presided over a landmark reconciliation between two of Uganda’s distinguished sons, Capt. Mike Mukula and Sanjay Tana. The two statesmen, who had previously faced off in a spirited contest for the position of National Vice Chairman (Eastern) of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), embraced each other in a gesture that transcended politics. Under the wise counsel of Papa Emorimor, they pledged to put aside past rivalries and forge a united path forward in service of Uganda’s national development. Standing beneath the flags of Uganda and the East African Community, their handshake — firm, genuine, and blessed by the wisdom of the Emorimor — symbolized a new covenant of patriotism, maturity, and collective ambition. “We competed, yes. But today, we unite as brothers, as sons of the same soil, committed to the higher cause of building a prosperous Uganda,” Capt....

Vatican City, Rome — The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, is currently in Vatican City, Rome, where she is representing His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at the funeral of Pope Francis. The funeral, set to take place at St. Peter’s Square, will be attended by several world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, and members of the British royal family. Speaker Among, a devout Catholic, has maintained a longstanding relationship with the Vatican. She has visited the Holy See on eight occasions, four of which included private audiences with the Holy Father. Her most recent visit, in August last year, was especially significant as she had the rare honor of presenting her newly born twins to the Pope, who personally offered his blessings. This morning, the Speaker had the honor of paying her last respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Basilica, joining thousands of mourners from around the world in celebrating the l...

Ms Anita Among to lead the Ugandan delegation attending the burial of His Holiness Pope Francis on Saturday The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, is set to attend the burial of Pope Francis at the Vatican this Saturday, April 26, 2025. According to Captain Mike Mukula, the Speaker has been a friend of the Pope and has received an invitation from the Vatican to attend the funeral Mass, which will be presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re. Captain Mukula revealed that the President has directed Speaker Among to lead the Ugandan delegation attending the burial, a testament to the strong relationship between Uganda and the Vatican. Speaker Among has previously met Pope Francis on several occasions, discussing global issues affecting the African continent, including youth empowerment and climate change. She described Pope Francis as "a devoted spiritual shepherd who left an indelible mark on the global Church". The funeral Mass will take place at 10:00 AM in St. Pe...

Wanyoto Paul has finally dumped FDC and decided to run as an independent candidate in the forthcoming 2026 general elections. Looking at his official poster of 2026-2031, it looks like the powerful city lawyer is set to run as an independent candidate for the Northern City MP Seat. It should be noted that in 2021, Wanyoto contested for this position under FDC but eventually lost it to Wambede Seth of NRM. Ever since then, wanyoto has been shunning away from fdc activities, though sources say that he wasn't happy after fdc split. But Who is Wanyoto Paul? Paul Wanyoto is a Ugandan lawyer and politician known for his involvement in legal and political activities in Mbale City and Kampala. Legal Career and Controversies Profession: Wanyoto is a High Court advocate based in Kampala, associated with Web, Advocates & Solicitors. He also serves as the chairperson of the Mbale City Land Board. Judicial Review (2016): Wanyoto challenged the Law Council’s jurisdiction in a disciplinary co...

SIRONKO: Minister of state for karamoja affairs, Florence Nambozo has launched a village-to-village NRM mobilisation and sensitisation campaign as the party begins nominations for LC1 and other village-level structures. The campaign was officially flagged off in Bukomba Cell, Mutufu Town Council, where she convened a village baraza to oversee the nomination of candidates. During the event, Nambozo who is alsp the district woman member of parliament was also unanimously nominated as the sole candidate for Chairperson of the Women’s League. She urged residents to conduct peaceful and responsible campaigns, and to vote for the right leaders. “After elections, leaders must serve all people with dedication and integrity,” she said. Nambozo further revealed her intention to contest for the position of NRM District Chairperson, stating that her goal is to unite the party and lead it to greater heights. However, some residents raised concerns about the process. John Wandui, a local resident, n...

Glorious Betonde, a 40-year-old mother from Nyamufumura village in Sheema District, Uganda, delivered sextuplets—five boys and one girl—at Neo Care Fertility Centre in Mbarara City. The premature infants, born at seven months via cesarean section, were transferred to Holy Innocents Children’s Hospital for intensive care. Medical staff are closely monitoring the newborns, providing interventions to support their development and survival. The pregnancy was challenging for Glorious, with complications arising as early as three months. By seven months, her condition necessitated early delivery to prevent serious risks. While relieved to have delivered safely, Glorious faces significant anxiety about the future. Her husband, Vincent Tumwesigye, a 30-year-old teacher, expressed shock at the rare occurrence, previously associating such births with foreign countries. He acknowledged the immense challenge of raising six children but affirmed his family’s commitment to their care, welcoming any ...

We, the concerned citizens and stakeholders in Uganda’s development and justice sectors, issue this urgent public statement to draw national and international attention to a deeply troubling trend of abuse of trust, donor fraud, land grabbing, and political manipulation being conducted under the cover of a supposed faith-based organization known as Pilgrim Africa. Originally presented to the Ugandan public and international donors as a Christian humanitarian and development entity, Pilgrim Africa has in practice deviated from its declared faith-based mission and instead evolved into a vehicle for political mobilization, personal enrichment, and unlawful acquisition of land. This betrayal of public trust and donor intent has not only disillusioned communities in the Teso sub-region but also seriously undermined efforts to promote transparency, accountability, and equity in Uganda’s civil society landscape. ⸻ Misuse of Faith-Based Identity for Political and Commercial Gain. Pilgrim Afric...