Author: Zaraon Thryss
NAIROBI, KENYA — The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is poised to implement technological solutions for the automated detection and recording of speeding violations through the use of cameras. The agency has reported the completion of a six-month trial period for fixed speed cameras deployed on specific thoroughfares in Nairobi, including the Thika Super Highway, Mombasa Road, and the Southern Bypass. NTSA Director General George Njau informed Parliament that since November 2024, the authority has also been evaluating mobile speed camera technology on various other roads throughout the country. The NTSA is now seeking budgetary allocations to facilitate the…
KAMPALA, UGANDA — The National Resistance Movement (NRM), Uganda’s governing political party, has officially delineated its electoral strategy for the 2025/2026 general elections, thereby establishing the preliminary framework for the nation’s forthcoming political cycle. Richard Todwong, the NRM Secretary-General, presented the detailed roadmap during a press briefing at the party’s headquarters on Tuesday. He was accompanied by key members of the party secretariat, who assisted in outlining the plan. This plan is designed to be consistent with the party’s foundational ideological principles: Patriotism, Pan-Africanism, Socio-Economic Transformation, and Democracy. In his address during the launch, Todwong underscored the critical importance of the…
IGANGA, UGANDA — Police in the Busoga East region have launched an inquiry into the stoning of a vehicle belonging to Ugandan musician Patrick Mulwana, popularly known as Alien Skin. The incident took place on April 13, 2025, in Lukono, Lukono Parish, Northern Division, Iganga District. Alien Skin was a scheduled performer at an event held to belatedly celebrate International Women’s Day. The event was attended by the Prime Minister, Robinah Nabbanja. According to Busoga East Police Spokesperson Michael Kafayo, following her address to the attendees, Prime Minister Nabbanja left the stage, paving the way for Alien Skin’s performance. “When he…
NAIROBI, KENYA — The Federation of Women Lawyers in Kenya (FIDA-Kenya) has issued a strong condemnation of the alleged forceful intervention by police officers during a scheduled performance of the play Echoes of War by students of Butere Girls High School. FIDA-Kenya has called upon the National Police Service (NPS) and the Independent Police Oversight Authority (Ipoa) to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged misconduct and abuse of authority by the involved police personnel. According to the federation, the actions of the police officers disrupted the students’ performance and jeopardized their safety. FIDA-Kenya insists that Ipoa must initiate disciplinary…
KAMPALA, UGANDA — The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs has issued a rebuttal to a report published by The Nile Post under the headline “Justice Ministry to Spend Shs115m Teaching Condom Use, HIV Awareness,” labeling the information as inaccurate and misleading. In an official statement released Wednesday 9, April 2025, the Ministry provided clarification regarding the allocation of its 2025/26 financial year budget for cross-cutting issues. The Ministry stated that it is established government policy for all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to allocate 0.01% of their non-wage budgets—excluding pension and gratuity—towards addressing pertinent national cross-cutting issues encompassing health (including…
NAIROBI, KENYA — East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Falhada Iman has issued a public apology following a physical altercation with Nominated MP Umulkheir Harun (ODM), an incident captured on video and widely disseminated online. In a statement released on Wednesday, MP Iman expressed deep regret, acknowledging that the incident was “beyond the dignity of the House and the trust of the Kenyan people.” “The incident was unfortunate and unacceptable,” Iman stated. “While I initially exercised restraint in the face of repeated inflammatory remarks, the situation regrettably escalated beyond control. In the heat of the moment, my response…
KAMPALA, UGANDA — The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Monday affirmed the allocation of 52 million euros (approximately UGX 212.67 trillion) in reparations to the victims of Ugandan warlord Dominic Ongwen, who perpetrated a brutal reign of terror as part of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) under the command of fugitive Joseph Kony. Dominic Ongwen, known by his nom de guerre “White Ant,” is currently serving a 25-year prison sentence after being convicted on 61 charges, including murder, rape, and sexual enslavement. Last year, ICC judges had mandated 52 million euros ($57 million) in damages, which included a “symbolic” payment of…
X, the social media platform, is implementing stricter guidelines for parody accounts in an effort to reduce confusion and impersonation. Effective April 10, accounts that impersonate another user or person will be mandated to include clear identifiers such as “fake” or “parody” at the beginning of their account names. Additionally, these accounts will be required to use profile images distinct from those used by the individuals they are representing. The platform’s decision follows complaints from users regarding the ambiguity created by parody accounts, particularly those impersonating figures like its owner, Elon Musk. “These changes are designed to help users better…
The UK government has announced a strategic adjustment to its electric vehicle (EV) sales targets, aiming to provide relief to the domestic automotive industry grappling with newly imposed US trade tariffs. While the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales remains in place, manufacturers will now benefit from increased flexibility in meeting annual EV targets and face reduced financial penalties. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander, speaking on BBC Breakfast, acknowledged that these changes are not a “silver bullet” but rather a component of a comprehensive response to the challenging trade environment created by US tariffs. UK opposition parties, however,…
KAMPALA, UGANDA — Uganda is experiencing a notable increase in power outages and load shedding, prompting widespread concern and calls for accountability from relevant authorities. This disruption coincides with the final transition phase from Umeme Ltd.’s expiring 20-year distribution concession to network management by the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Ltd. (UEDCL) on April 1. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) has acknowledged the current power supply instability affecting various parts of the country, assuring the public of its commitment to ensuring Uganda’s energy needs “are met efficiently and sustainably.” While emphasizing the relative stability of power supply throughout the…