UK Economy Shrinks Unexpectedly in January, Raising Concerns for Growth
The UK economy contracted by 0.1% in January, defying expectations and marking a weak start to the year. A slowdown in manufacturing, along with declines in construction and oil and…
Syria’s Interim Leader Signs Temporary Constitution for Five-Year Transition
Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has signed a constitutional declaration outlining a five-year transitional period, three months after his Islamist-led rebel coalition overthrew Bashar al-Assad’s regime. The move is seen…
President Museveni, Acholi Opposition Leaders Unite to Fight Poverty and Boost Development
President Yoweri Museveni and opposition leaders from Acholi have agreed to set aside political differences and work together to address poverty and drive socio-economic transformation in the sub-region. The high-level…
Speaker Anita Among Declares Wealth, Urges Leaders to Comply Ahead of March 31st Deadline
Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has officially declared her income, assets, and liabilities to the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) in line with the Leadership Code Act, 2002, urging fellow leaders…
European Union Condemns Violence Against Journalists in Kawempe North By-Election
The European Union (EU) has strongly condemned the violent incidents that marred the Kawempe North parliamentary by-election, particularly the brutal attacks on journalists covering the polls. Several reporters were beaten,…
Chaos and Controversy Mar Kawempe North By-Election as Nalukoola Clinches Victory
Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola of the National Unity Platform (NUP) has been declared the winner of the Kawempe North parliamentary by-election, a race overshadowed by allegations of voter suppression, military intimidation,…
Major Media Houses Withdraw Journalists from Kawempe North By-Election Over Security Attacks
Several major media houses have pulled their journalists from covering the Kawempe North parliamentary by-election following a wave of violent attacks by security operatives, including the Uganda People’s Defence Forces…
Journalists Attacked, Equipments Confiscated During Kawempe North By-Election
Journalists covering the Kawempe North by-election have faced violent assaults from security forces, with NBS Television's equipment confiscated amid heavy deployment in the area. On Thursday morning, voters began casting…
Kawempe North By-Election Kicks Off as Polling Materials Arrive on Time
Polling in the Kawempe North by-election officially commenced today, Thursday, March 13, 2025, with the Electoral Commission confirming the timely delivery of all materials to the 197 polling stations. This…
Pakistani Military Rescues Hostages After Deadly BLA Train Attack
A military operation in Pakistan has ended with the deaths of 33 militants after armed rebels from the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) hijacked a passenger train in Balochistan. At least…
