WHO Recommends Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Injection in Landmark Shift
In a landmark decision, the WHO says injectable lenacapavir should be added to HIV prevention programmes worldwide, especially for vulnerable and hard-to-reach communities.
Chelsea dismantles PSG to win Club World Cup behind Palmer’s breakout performance
The 23-year-old midfielder delivered a match-winning display with two goals and an assist as Chelsea sealed their second Club World Cup title.
ATIDI backs Rwanda’s new international airport with $84 million guarantee
Africa’s multilateral insurer ATIDI has issued an $84m guarantee to unlock over $322m in financing for the construction of Rwanda’s new international airport, seen as key to transforming the country…
Ugandan legal icon George Kanyeihamba dies aged 85
Prof George Kanyeihamba, a former Supreme Court judge who challenged the 2006 presidential election results, has died after a period of illness, his family has confirmed.
Elderly Couple Found Murdered in Entebbe as Police Probe Double Homicide, Rising Crime
An elderly Ugandan couple recently returned from abroad has been found murdered in their Entebbe home, prompting a police investigation into double homicide and robbery. The victims, both in their…
Faith Kipyegon, Beatrice Chebet shatter world records at Prefontaine Classic
At a high-profile Diamond League meeting in Oregon, Kipyegon and Chebet delivered landmark victories — rewriting the record books in the women’s 1,500m and 5,000m finals.
Magogo Re-elected FUFA President Unopposed, Vows to Prioritize Club Football and Revenue Generation
Ugandan football chief Moses Magogo has secured a fourth term at the helm of FUFA, vowing to boost club football and lead preparations for CHAN and AFCON 2027.
Museveni Nominated Unopposed as NRM Flagbearer Ahead of 2026 Election
Uganda’s ruling party has nominated President Museveni as its presidential candidate for the 2026 elections, with no internal challengers. Supporters rallied outside the party headquarters in a show of loyalty…
Mpox Cases Falling in Africa, But Outbreak Still Concentrated in Key Hotspots, Says Africa CDC
Despite a continent-wide decline in mpox infections, the virus continues to hit hardest in Uganda, Sierra Leone, and the DRC, prompting calls for urgent, targeted responses.
Bad Black gives birth to baby Jaasiel on her own birthday: “A bond written not just in blood, but in destiny”
Bad Black has welcomed her fifth child — and first with partner Asha Panda — on the same day she turned 36, calling it the “greatest gift” she could receive.
