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JOSEPH RICHARD MAGONGO: The Dilemma of the Clergy, Speak Out or Keep Silent
The proverb "people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones” is becoming a reality for some clergy in all religions and faiths in Uganda today, because in so many…
ALLAN BAMUHA: Why Coffee Growing Remains a Cornerstone of Uganda’s Economy
Coffee continues to be one of Uganda's most valuable agricultural commodities, supporting millions of households and contributing significantly to the country's economic growth. As one of Africa's leading coffee producers,…
Why the Real Math of Running a Ugandan School Happens Outside the Classroom
By Wensi Niwagaba Through our engagement with educational institutions across Uganda, KCB…
Ugandan Climate Advocate Denise Ayebare Named in Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 Class of 2026
By Watchdog Uganda Correspondent Kampala, Uganda | June 19, 2026 Ugandan youth…
FRED SSENOGA’S VISIONARY ECONOMIC AGENDA: How One Entrepreneur is Building a Local Value Chain for Uganda’s Future
By Brian Mugenyi mugenyijj@gmail.com Kampala, Uganda — At a time when Africa…
FROM DIGNITY TO DESTINY: Why Thousands of Women Are Expected to Throng Lugogo UMA Grounds for the Historic Union Sanitary Pads Launch
By Brian Mugenyi Kampala | June 19, 2026 Thousands of women from…
DIGITAL EVOLUTION: NITA-Uganda Unveils Aggressive 5-Year Masterplan to Bridge the E-Government Gap
KAMPALA | WATCHDOG UGANDA — The National Information Technology Authority Uganda (NITA-Uganda)…
Sudhir Joins Indian Association to Celebrate Sanjay Tanna’s Cabinet Appointment, Shyam Tanna’s Election Victory
KAMPALA – The Indian Association in Uganda has held a colorful thanksgiving…
UPRS Distributes UGX 216 Million in 2025 Royalties, Pledges Greater Transparency and Higher Future Payouts
By Watchdog Uganda Correspondent June 10, 2026 The Uganda Performing Rights Society…
UPRS to Launch 2025 Royalties Distribution for Musicians and Sound Recording Owners
KAMPALA, Uganda – The Uganda Performing Right Society (UPRS) is set to…
Thousands of Women Set to Throng Lugogo UMA Grounds for Historic Union Sanitary Pads Launch
By Brian Mugenyi Kampala | June 19, 2026 Thousands of women from across Kampala, Wakiso, Mukono, and neighboring districts are gearing up to descend upon the UMA Showgrounds in Lugogo…
Who Are Upcountry Outreach for Development? The Ambassadors of Reusable Diapers Fighting Environmental Pollution in Africa
By Brian Mugenyi MASAKA, UGANDA — On the outskirts of Uganda's bustling…
MUSIC INDUSTRY: UPRS Responds to Public Backlash Over UGX 216 Million Royalty Distribution
By Editorial Desk | Watchdog Uganda KAMPALA – The Uganda Performing Right Society (UPRS) has officially broken its silence regarding the intense public scrutiny and mixed reactions following its latest…
Ex-Miss Uganda Ellah Counters Col. Nakalema’s Appeal, Denies Clearing Out Matrimonial Home
KAMPALA — A private domestic breakdown has entered the national spotlight, prompting…
PROFILE: Who Is Hon. Twalla Fadil, Gen. Muhoozi’s Newly Appointed PLU Secretary General?
KAMPALA, Uganda – The appointment of Hon. Twalla Fadil as the new…
ANALYSIS: Lukwago’s Arrest Raises Fundamental Questions About Rule of Law, Separation of Powers and Uganda’s Political Future
KAMPALA, UGANDA — More than 12 hours after security operatives arrested former…
President Museveni opens Cabinet Induction Retreat at Kyankwanzi, Calls for Ideological Clarity and Socio-Economic Transformation
Kyankwanzi District — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called upon Cabinet Ministers…
DIGITAL EVOLUTION: NITA-Uganda Unveils Aggressive 5-Year Masterplan to Bridge the E-Government Gap
KAMPALA | WATCHDOG UGANDA — The National Information Technology Authority Uganda (NITA-Uganda)…
IsDB Approves Record €650.75 Million Financing for Uganda’s Standard Gauge Railway
By Watchdog Uganda Reporter KAMPALA, Uganda | June 20, 2026 The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has approved a landmark financing…
CROSS-PARTY UNITY: MPs Converge at Kibuli Grand Mosque as Prince Nakibinge Hosts Rare Multi-Party Luncheon
KAMPALA | WATCHDOG UGANDA — In a striking display of unity, Members…
Hon. Buturo Strengthens Access to Safe Water, Enhancing Health and Livelihoods in Rubirizi
. RUBIRIZI DISTRICT - The people of Kikuba Village in Ndekye Ward,…
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JOSEPH RICHARD MAGONGO: The Dilemma of the Clergy, Speak Out or Keep Silent
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MUSIC INDUSTRY: UPRS Responds to Public Backlash Over UGX 216 Million Royalty Distribution
By Editorial Desk | Watchdog Uganda KAMPALA – The Uganda Performing Right Society (UPRS) has officially broken its silence regarding…
ENTERTAINMENT & DIPLOMACY: Gen. Muhoozi Intervenes to End Public Feud Between Bebe Cool and Former Miss Rwanda Jolly Mutesi
By Editorial Desk | Watchdog Uganda KAMPALA – The high-profile public dispute between veteran Ugandan musician Moses Ssali, popularly known…
Dr. Muganga Rallies Support for the Arts as Victoria University Backs Legendary Aloysius Matovu Joy’s New Play
KAMPALA, UGANDA — Renowned Ugandan actor and veteran playwright Aloysius Matovu Joy paid a high-profile courtesy visit to Prof. Dr.…
Ex Miss Rwanda slaps Bebe Cool with Defamation Notice, Demands Apology In 2 Days Or Sue Singer For Calling Her ‘Conman’
KAMPALA – Former Miss Rwanda (2016) Jolly Mutesi has escalated her feud with Ugandan reggae-ragga star Moses Ssali, alias Bebe…
Navio X Mith: On top again with GODLVL
Twenty-five years after bursting onto the scene as teenagers, Navio and The Mith have come full circle—and if their new…
IsDB Approves Record €650.75 Million Financing for Uganda’s Standard Gauge Railway
By Watchdog Uganda Reporter KAMPALA, Uganda | June 20, 2026 The Islamic…
IGG Urges Ministers to Keep ‘Eyes On, Hands Off’ in Fight Against Corruption
KYANKWANZI, UGANDA — The Deputy Inspector General of Government (DIGG), Anne Twino,…
CROSS-PARTY UNITY: MPs Converge at Kibuli Grand Mosque as Prince Nakibinge Hosts Rare Multi-Party Luncheon
KAMPALA | WATCHDOG UGANDA — In a striking display of unity, Members…
Hon. Buturo Strengthens Access to Safe Water, Enhancing Health and Livelihoods in Rubirizi
. RUBIRIZI DISTRICT - The people of Kikuba Village in Ndekye Ward,…