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No pay, no performance: Inside Uganda's artiste payment crisis

Uganda, May 8 -- When songstress Hajarah Namukwaya, alias Spice Diana halted a show in Bukomansimbi and walked off with sound equipment in lieu of unpaid fees, it was easy to dismiss the moment as ano... Read More


Kisoro suspends District Service Commission over graft allegations

Uganda, May 8 -- The Kisoro District Council on Thursday suspended the District Service Commission (DSC) over allegations of bribery, nepotism and irregular recruitment of staff, escalating scrutiny o... Read More


Police detain three for alleged torture of 10-year-old boy over Shs47,000

Uganda, May 8 -- Police in Wakiso District are holding three suspects in connection with the alleged aggravated torture of a 10-year-old boy who reportedly sustained severe injuries after being accuse... Read More


Police called to Uganda's embassy in Abuja as diplomats fight

Uganda, May 8 -- Uganda's High Commission in Abuja, Nigeria descended into chaos this morning as diplomats and staff exchanged heated words, leaving police officers from the host country visibly start... Read More


Tempers flare in Kayunga as NRM camps clash over district speaker post

Uganda, May 8 -- Political tensions among leaders and supporters of the ruling NRM party are heating up in Kayunga District over who should be the party's flag bearer for the post of district Speaker.... Read More


Chimpanzees terrorise Mubende residents

Uganda, May 8 -- As evening descends on Ssegenya, parents usher children indoors earlier than before. Farmers move in groups. Conservationists repeatedly return to a single question: who bears respon... Read More


Higher education access: Why FAWE Uganda chose girls over boys

Uganda, May 8 -- When the Higher Education Access Programme (HEAP), a flagship initiative targeting bright but economically constrained learners, was rolled out in 2017, its primary focus was on the g... Read More


Experts warn Uganda's university research is failing to influence policy

Uganda, May 8 -- Universities across Uganda are producing increasing volumes of academic research, but education experts warn that much of it is failing to influence public policy, industry practices,... Read More


Kyanja effect: Privacy, desire and who is really watching

Uganda, May 8 -- Dear Diary,Let's start with what we refuse to say out loud: a Kyanja Airbnb booking is not just a booking. It is a statement of intent. The good WiFi. The tasteful linen. The kitchen ... Read More


Lacasa de Papel , Ugandan version

Uganda, May 8 -- Honestly, when we finally reach heaven and finish with all the salutations because Ugandans will first greet everyone including angels, God might just sit us down and ask, "My childre... Read More