Author: RWENZORI TV
Local debates on cooking fuels amid energy transitions and climate change are being carried on in East Africa. This comes in the wake when Global climate agendas mainly shaped by actors – states, companies and NGOs – in the global North in interaction with only the biggest non-Western powers; put pressure on state actors in countries like Uganda and Tanzania to adopt policies in accordance. This increases risks that such top down injected changes overlook the complex dynamics around charcoal and its role in local life: the social and political economy of livelihoods, gender relations, informal economies, identity relations and…
The Parliamentary Committee on Education and Sports is scheduled to submit a submission to the legislative assembly within a fortnight, addressing two formal appeals concerning the discrepancies in educators’ remuneration. The petitions were formally submitted to the legislature by the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) and the Uganda Technical and Vocational Trainers’ Union (UTVTU). Presiding over the assembly on Monday, 20 October 2025, the Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, communicated that the appeals had been delivered to the Speaker, Anita Among, on Wednesday, 08 October 2025. “The instructors presented their grievances to the legislature, and the Speaker exercised her authority under…
The Uganda Table Tennis Association has wrapped up one of its busiest periods with outstanding performances by its athletes in Tunisia and the United Kingdom. In Tunisia, during the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Africa Seniors Championship, Uganda secured two medals a bronze in the women’s doubles by Jemimah Nakawala and Parvin Judith Nangonzi, and a silver in the women’s team event, where the duo was joined by Judith Mirembe. On their way to securing the silver medal, Uganda defeated Nigeria in the semifinals before falling 0–3 to Egypt in the final. According to the Uganda Table Tennis Association, the…
Alien Skin is entangled in a legal battle over the ownership of the Fangone Forest brand, the name closely associated with his music label and fan base. According to documents from the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), the label name Fangone Forest Entertainment Ltd was officially registered and trademarked under a businessman identified as Agumiikiriza Aguma Aaron. Records indicate that Aguma registered the company in November 2023, offering music-related services, a period after Alien Skin’s rise to fame and the establishment of his “Fangone Forest” movement. Alien Skin, real name Patrick Mulwana, has since challenged the registration and is exploring…
Singer and Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) President, Eddy Kenzo, has responded to the circulating leaked audio in which he was heard expressing frustration and hinting at stepping down from his role. In the audio, Kenzo cited growing challenges between the Federation and the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, particularly over the delayed release of the remaining Shs 5 billion meant for the artists’ SACCO stimulus package. He noted that UNMF could not afford to clash with the Ministry, describing it as the “bigger body,” and that his only option in such disorganization would be to resign. However,…
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Odinga, a five-time presidential contender and one of Kenya’s most influential political figures, served as Prime Minister from 2008 to 2013 in a coalition government with then-President Mwai Kibaki. According to reports by Reuters and Indian outlet Mathrubhumi, Odinga collapsed during a morning walk on Wednesday inside the compound of an Ayurvedic hospital in Kochi, Kerala State. He was reportedly rushed to Devamatha Hospital in Koothattukulam, where doctors pronounced him dead at approximately 9:52am local time following what sources described as a cardiac arrest. An Ayurvedic hospital is a medical facility that specializes in Ayurveda, the traditional system of medicine…
David Lutalo has opened up about the secret behind his longevity in the music industry. Lutalo who has been consistent for over 10 years and has timeless songs, says his staying power comes from never getting too comfortable and always striving to grow. When you see me disappear from the public eye, it’s intentional. It’s to create demand. I’m never in my comfort zone. Lutalo explained that his focus has always been on creating music that stands the test of time, rather than just chasing short-term trends.
Spice Diana has often publicly revealed her support for Bobi Wine and his political cause, but isn’t often seen at the NUP leader’s political rallies like the other artists who back him. The Source Management singer reveals that she has previously performed at a couple of political rallies, but their schedule conflicts with her own performance schedule, which limits her. She also noted that the decision for any artist to perform for any given politician, they have to understand the purpose/cause of the campaign and also make sure the terms and conditions match their own. Spice did not rule out…
Joan Namugerwa, popularly known as Jowy Landa, has opened up about her views on body image, revealing that she is completely comfortable with her natural figure. In a response to a question about whether she has ever considered body enhancement procedures, the “Wire Wire” hitmaker made it clear that she has no such intentions. According to Jowy, she feels confident in her skin and is proud of the body she has. “I don’t want Nyash. I am so proud of my bumbum,” she said with a smile. “Most people love me the way I am—especially the men. You know, with medium ladies,…