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KAMPALA — Makerere University has hosted the inaugural conference on the Theory of Noonomy, bringing together academics, policymakers and researchers to debate a new approach to economic development based on knowledge, technology, human potential and humanistic values. The conference sought to contextualise the theory, developed by Russian economist Professor Sergey D. Bodrunov, within Africa’s…
KAMPALA — KCCA FC have won the 2026 FUFA Super 8 title after edging NEC FC 1-0 in the final at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo, on Tuesday evening. Saidi Mayanja scored the decisive goal from the penalty spot in the 38th minute, while goalkeeper Mutwalibi Mugolofa produced a crucial late save to preserve KCCA’s lead and […] The post KCCA FC Crowned FUFA Super 8 Champions appeared first on SoftPower News .
NEW YORK — Uganda’s candidate for United Nations Secretary-General, Ambassador Olara Otunnu, has called for fundamental reforms of the world body, arguing that the organisation must restore its credibility by applying the UN Charter, international law and human rights standards consistently and without selectivity. Otunnu made the remarks on Wednesday, August 19, during an interactive […] The post…
KAMPALA — The Ministry of Works and Transport has announced new measures to regulate public service vehicle (PSV) buses and school buses, including mandatory vehicle inspections, stricter driver accreditation, limits on long-distance journeys and the closure of illegal bus parks. The measures were announced by Works and Transport Minister Fred Byamukama on August 17, 2026, […] The post Government…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the First Lady, Maama Janet Museveni, have received international evangelist Bishop Dr LaDonna C. Osborn at State House Entebbe, where they reflected on Uganda’s transformation, faith, leadership and the longstanding relationship between the Osborn family and Uganda. Dr Osborn is in Uganda at the invitation of Pastor Patience Rwabwogo ahead […] The post…
Global ticketing company Ticketmaster is launching in Uganda through Quicket, as part of long-term investment in East Africa’s live entertainment industry. Backed by Ticketmaster’s global reach, Quicket brings a platform purpose-built for Uganda’s market. Fully digital ticketing will help reduce fraud and speed up fan entry, while local payment integrations with Airtel Money and MTN […] The post…
Over the weekend at Motiv Bugolobi, Nakato Bridget Prudence was crowned Miss Uganda West Nile, closing out a regional search that turned months of preparation and hometown pride into one unforgettable night. Her win sends her straight to the Miss Uganda Grand Finale on October 10, where one woman will be crowned Miss Uganda 2026 […] The post Nakato Bridget Prudence was crowned Miss Uganda West…
International multi-platinum soca sensation Kevin Lyttle will be the headline performer for Club Guvnor’s highly anticipated Serendipity Street Party Summer Splash Edition. The massive outdoor event is scheduled for September 13, 2026. The event will transform the Guvnor Streetside into the ultimate tropical festival ground. Known globally for his timeless, chart-topping smash hit “Turn Me On,”…
With less than 24 hours to go until Vinka’s maiden concert, preparations for the long-awaited show have been completed, with fans encouraged to arrive early to experience a show like no other. While addressing the media at Cricket Oval, Vinka, together with Swangz Avenue, the event organisers, promised to transform her career-spanning catalogue into an […] The post All Set as Vinka promises to…
LOS ANGELES — Four decades after leaving Benin and building a career that carried African rhythms into some of the world’s biggest stages, five-time Grammy Award winner Angélique Kidjo has become the first Black African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Kidjo was honoured on Tuesday, August 18, with the […] The post Angélique Kidjo Becomes First Black African Artist to…
