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Uganda She-Cranes wing defender Shaffie Nalwanja on Friday last week underwent surgery after suffering a knee injury while on international duty. The 24-year-old has been struggling with the injury, which according to medical professionals following a thorough assessment needed to be treated. This would need either surgery for a quick repair or a prolonged rehabilitation process and she opted for the ...

Authorities from the East African regional block have warned that within four months, large swarms of desert locusts could invade the region. This infestation will most likely threaten the livelihoods of entire communities. Experts at the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (Igad), say the nine member states should prepare for yet another infestation anytime. This is between March and May next ...

Kenyan President William Ruto has declared that Kenya will be visa-free for all foreign visitors starting January 2024. This makes the end of visa requirements for foreigners. Ruto said that his government had abolished visa requirements on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. This was during his national address at the 60th Jamhuri Day National Celebrations held at Uhuru Gardens in the ...

The Leader of the Opposition Hon Mathias Mpuuga has voiced out on allegations of bribery made on Kyagulanyi, shedding light on the matter. In a public statement, the Leader of the Opposition addressed the claims made by Kyagulanyi, aiming to provide clarity and insights into the situation. During the statement at  NUP party headquarters in Makerere Kavule on Tuesday Mpuunga acknowledged ...

According to a recent study, New Zealand is susceptible to colossal tsunami waves measuring up to 92 feet in height. The research indicates that these devastating events occur cyclically, with an interval of approximately 580 years. The research, conducted by a team of experts from Victoria University of Wellington, used synthetic earthquakes, and computer models incorporating factors such as fault ...