From 500K to Billion-Dollar Empire: President Museveni Honors Indian Businessman Barot Harshad with Top National Award-A Heartwarming Tale of Rags-To-Riches.
In a heartwarming tale of rags-to-riches, Indian-born businessman Barot Harshad Maganbhai has been conferred with Uganda's highest national honor, the Distinguished Order of the Crested Crane (Grand Officer), by President Yoweri Museveni. The award was presented on January 26, 2026, during the 40th NRM/A Liberation Day celebrations at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, held under the theme “Tribute to the Patriots Who...
The Past Catches Up As Papers Don’t Lie: Batwala’s Academic Credentials Under Fire Amidst Allegations of Forgery.
As the saying goes, 'what goes around comes around,' and it seems Moses Batwala, the incumbent Jinja district LC5 chairman, is now facing the music over allegations of academic forgery. Despite clinching another five-year term in the January 22 Local Government elections, a section of the population is determined to block his swearing-in, citing questionable academic papers presented about 10...
FDC’s Kirya Wanzala’s 100-Day Plan: A New Era of Pragmatic Leadership-Separating Politics From Development In Butembe County.
To some individuals, success is just around the corner waiting to be seized, while for others it is a long and winding road paved with relentless pursuit and unwavering dedication that requires perseverance and grit. As the old adage goes “when one door closes, another opens”, but it is the ones who knock persistently like Grace Paddy Kirya Wanzala, the...
Meet George Henry Izale: A Servant Leader With The Heart of Gold Seeks Re-Election on The Back of Impressive Track Record In Jinja City Southern Division.
As the voice of the people is the voice of God," a phrase that resonates deeply with George Henry Izale, the incumbent Mpumudde Ward councilor in Southern Division, Jinja City. With just days to go before the elections on January 27, 2027, Izale is confident of securing another term in office, and for good reason. His track record of service...
Healing the Wounds of Division: Won Nyaci Odongo Okune’s Conciliatory Message: Lango Needs Peace and Unity Now More Than Ever.
As the dust settles on the January 15 concluded presidential and parliamentary elections in Uganda, the Lango sub-region is bracing for a mix of emotions and reactions. While the winners are celebrating their victories, they also face the weight of responsibility and the challenge of delivering to their constituents in the next five years. On the other hand, the losers are...
Bishop Dr Muwanga Urges Ugandans To Prioritize Peace, Unity After President Museveni’s Election Victory: Says Ugandans Must Learn From Soccer World, Shake Hands and Move On.
In a heartfelt congratulatory message, Bishop Dr. Daniel Muwanga, Overseer of Kimaka Faith Fellowship Ministries International, has congratulated His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on his resounding victory in the just concluded presidential elections. In his message, Bishop Dr. Muwanga prayed for God's blessings, wisdom, guidance, and strength for President Museveni as he continues to lead the nation. He also extended his...
Buikwe Election Disputes Pile UP: NRM’s Badru Kabuye, NUP’s Nabatanzi Take Election Disputes to Court, Seek Nullification of Results.
Like they often say “the process is just as important as the outcome…” the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flagbearer for the Njeru Municipality Member of Parliament seat, Badru Kabuye Mpoza, has rejected the results of the recent parliamentary elections, citing glaring evidence of irregularities, illegalities, and malpractices. Kabuye, who garnered 13,003 votes, was reportedly defeated by Musanje Moses of the...
NRM Pressure Group Lauds President Museveni, Urges Ugandans to Shun Violent Street Dems.
A group of NRM diehards and grassroot mobilisers under their umbrella body NRM Pressure Groups Network Uganda has issued a heartfelt congratulatory message to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for the resounding victory registered during the recently concluded presidential polls. NRM Pressure Groups Network Uganda with more than 3 million members countrywide, is a non0profit and volunteer organization that has been...
Time Is Up-The Bulldozer’s Demolition Notice: Jinja Wants A Change- Abdallah Suta’s Candidacy Gains Momentum As Batwala’s Popularity Wanes.
As the Local Government elections draw near, residents of Jinja district are rallying behind Abdallah Suta to unseat the incumbent LC5 chairman, Moses Batwala. The move is seen as a vote of no confidence in Batwala's leadership, with many citing his abrasive and confrontational style as a major turn-off. It seems that Batwala has forgotten that with great power comes...
Topsy-Turvy Elections In Lango: Won Nyaci Says Peaceful Elections Key to Lango’s Growth, Development.
As they say, "A calm sea does not make a skilled sailor..." The Paramount Chief of Lango, HRH Eng. Dr. Moses Michael Odongo Okune, has called for peace and stability in the Lango sub-region ahead of Uganda's general elections slated for 15th January,2026. Also known as Won Nyaci Me Lango, Eng. Dr. Moses Michael Odongo Okune has urged security agencies,...
