Uganda Honors Archbishop Janani Luwum on 49th Martyrdom Anniversary

Janani Luwum Day

On February 16, 2026, Uganda observes the 49th Janani Luwum Day public holiday, honoring the martyred Archbishop’s legacy of courage and faith. National celebrations in Mucwini, Kitgum District, emphasize unity, peace, and being anchored in Christ amid calls for national reflection. Today, Monday, February 16, 2026, Uganda observes the 49th anniversary of the martyrdom of … Read more

Security Guard’s Rampage in Fort Portal Leaves Police Officer Dead

A security guard at GT Expert Security Group in Fort Portal City went on a shooting spree Friday evening, killing a police constable and sparking panic before being shot dead by joint police-UPDF forces.  Chaos gripped Fort Portal City on Friday evening when a security guard unleashed a deadly shooting spree at his workplace, killing … Read more

Former House-Help Arrested in Brutal Murder of UCU Director Pamela Tumwebaze

Police arrest Taewaiko Dak Hussein, former house-help of slain UCU Director of Student Affairs Pamela Tumwebaze, after finding her property at his Budaka hideout. In a significant breakthrough, police have arrested a former house-help of Pamela Ruth Tumwebaze, the Director of Student Affairs at Uganda Christian University (UCU), in connection with her shocking murder. The … Read more

Mami Deb Opens Up About Body-Shaming in Uganda

Reality star Mami Deb shares her journey from celebrating her curves in the UK to facing hate in Uganda, IVF weight gain, and her decision for breast reduction via surrogacy—now loving her fitter, stronger self. Ugandan reality TV star, entrepreneur, and social media personality Mami Deb (Deborah Cleave) has shared a candid personal reflection on … Read more

Security Guard Webisa Marvin Remanded to Luzira In diana skyz murder case

A 22-year-old security guard, Webisa Marvin, has been remanded to Luzira Upper Prison following his arraignment at the City Hall Chief Magistrate’s Court on February 12, 2026. He faces grave capital charges of rape, murder, and aggravated robbery in connection with the shocking death of popular Ugandan TikToker and content creator Diana Namulinde, widely known … Read more

UCU Dean of Students Pamela Tumwebaze Killed in Home Attack

Uganda Christian University (UCU) is reeling from a devastating tragedy following the brutal murder of Ms. Pamela Tumwebaze, the Dean of Students and a valued member of the university’s senior management. Ms. Tumwebaze was attacked by unknown thugs who broke into her home in Mukono on the night of Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Despite immediate … Read more

UPDF Armoured Division Commander Maj Gen Deus Sande Passes Away Suddenly

Maj Gen Deus Sande, Commander of the Armoured Division in Masaka, dies suddenly of a heart attack while traveling to a colleague’s funeral on February 11, 2026. The Uganda People’s Defence Forces has suffered a sudden and profound loss with the death of Major General Deus Sande, the commanding officer of the Armoured Division headquartered … Read more

Masaka High Court Grants Bail to Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira in Shs500 Million Money Laundering Case

In a major development, Masaka High Court has granted bail to Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, the Masaka Diocese priest accused of money laundering involving Shs500 million. Relief swept through the Catholic community in Masaka as the High Court granted bail to Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, the priest who has been on remand for over two … Read more

Singer Green Daddy Mourns Newborn, Points Finger at Mulago for Medical Neglect

Ugandan singer Green Daddy real name Vincent Kibalama goes viral with emotional TikTok live rant, blaming Mulago National Referral Hospital staff for negligence that he claims led to his newborn’s death.  In a raw and emotional moment that’s shaking social media, Ugandan musician Green Daddy has turned his deepest personal tragedy into a powerful public … Read more

Nina Roz Labels Politics and Music as Equally ‘Dirty Games’ After Bitter Election Defeat

Ugandan singer and former parliamentary hopeful Nina Roz has pulled no punches in describing both the music business and Ugandan politics as cutthroat arenas rife with manipulation, exploitation, and betrayal. Fresh from her unsuccessful run for Sembabule District Woman MP on the National Unity Platform ticket—where she finished third amid allegations of irregularities—she shared candid … Read more