Hurricane Helene left a trail of destruction in its wake as it swept through the south-eastern US, claiming the lives of at least 43 individuals and leaving millions without power. The storm, the most potent on record to hit Florida’s Big Bend, continued its path northward into Georgia and the Carolinas following its landfall overnight Thursday. The aftermath of Helene’s ...

In a recent political shake-up, Dorothy Kisaka ‘s sudden removal from her role as Executive Director of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has sparked widespread speculation. Investigative journalist Solomon Sserwanjja has shared his perspective on this unfolding situation. Sserwanjja pointed out that President Yoweri Museveni’s actions are typically driven by logic rather than emotion, suggesting that Kisaka’s dismissal was ...

As Hurricane Helene approached the northern Florida coast, small towns stood deserted on Thursday. Stores were closed, and windows were boarded up in anticipation of the high winds and potentially devastating storm surge. Despite evacuation orders, some residents, like Lance Palmer, were still making final preparations. In the town of Panacea, on the edge of the ocean, actor and musician ...

Minister of State for the elderly, Gidudu Mafwabi, emphasized the transformative impact of the government’s monthly allowance of Shs. 25,000 for older persons. This assistance, provided under the Social Assistance Grants for Empowerment (SAGE), has effectively catered to the needs and aspirations of over 300,000 individuals aged 80 and above. The Social Assistance Grants for Empowerment program, a key component ...

A coalition of nations, including the US, UK, and EU, have united in a plea for a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon, as tensions rise between Israel and Hezbollah. The 12-strong alliance has put forth a proposal for an immediate 21-day halt to hostilities, emphasizing the need for diplomatic efforts to reach a peaceful resolution. This call includes a ceasefire in ...