Week 5 of the Muwado Commercial Storytelling Webinars happened on Tuesday, 1st April, with Rhoda Osei Adjei – an experienced broadcast journalist with a special interest in magazine productions based […] More
Hola, It’s been a minute since our last event rant and my oh my…the silence was the loudest. Salutations out of the way, I have a mesmerizing experience for y’all. […] More
Twegaite international, a once leading Diaspora organization has become an embarrassing shell of itself as shown from lack of cohesion amongst members and leadership, disappearance of both programs in the […] More
Introduction We are here today to celebrate World Bipolar Day, observed every 30th of March. WBD vision: To bring world awareness to bipolar conditions and to eliminate social stigma. For […] More
In October 2023, Kampala’s neighborhoods once again drowned under torrential rains. Streets turned to rivers, homes collapsed, and over 5,000 families were displaced, according to the Uganda Red Cross. In […] More
There I stood—Ntinda’s unofficial mannequin—draped in a kanzu starched so stiff it could’ve doubled as a coffin. Auntie Carol, armed with a carnation and a grin wider than the Nile, […] More
A race, a creature superior among many, Ruler from yawning abyss to lofty hill, from wide river to bare raven, the air and high seas, both tame under this one […] More
Week 4 of the Muwado Commercial Storytelling Webinars happened on Tuesday, 25th March, with Neema Komba – a poet, writer, and researcher from Tanzania as facilitator. She spoke on the […] More
A “white elephant project” is a metaphor for a possession, project, or venture that is expensive to maintain or acquire but yields little or no practical value or benefit, essentially […] More
One of the most celebrated Poets Robert Frost opined that “Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words”, I agree and subscribe to […] More
A race, a creature superior among many, Ruler from yawning abyss to lofty hill, from wide river to bare raven, the air and high seas, both tame under this one […] More
Look out for these exciting opportunities this April. The 2025 Iskanchi Book Prize Iskanchi Press has opened submissions for the 2025 Iskanchi Book Prize, an award that celebrates bold, boundary-pushing […] More
Smith Kiiza has risen to the top of the legal profession, earning the prestigious title of No. 1 Young Global Attorney in East Africa. His legal prowess, commitment to justice, […] More
Humanity has been made to think and believe that the only development that matters in any country is economic development. But this is not true. What matters holistic development. Holistic […] More
As I stepped into the assembly hall, the warm glow of the morning sun streaming through the windows seemed to reverberate with the excitement coursing through my veins. It was […] More
“Every book is a journey, a map into the complexities of the human mind and soul.” Beautyful Problems is a triumph of storytelling that feels tailor-made for our era. Matsiko […] More
Fading Futures of children and youth In Westnile a region hosting many refuges, teenagers cling to the hope of completing their studies and archiving their career of having a bright […] More
Not so long ago, the boy child in West Nile was the pride of the region; strong, industrious, and full of promise. Today, he is a walking time bomb, a […] More
The crisp Autumn air carried a faint chill as a gentle breeze wafted through the dense grove of trees. The sound was a delicate foil to the distant hum of […] More
When President Tibuhaburwa Museveni captured the instruments of power in Uganda in 1986, backed by a rebel army called National Resistance (NRA) impregnated with many refugees from Rwanda and Mulenge […] More
There’s within each of us a limitless potential. Unfortunately many fall off this mortal coil without fully exploiting it. The Greater You not only explores this paradox but also offers […] More
Week 3 of the Muwado Commercial Storytelling Webinars happened on Tuesday 18th March with Kagayi Ngobi – a Ugandan playwright, poet, performer, publisher, and the founding editor of the Kitara […] More
I believe that a week or so before Lawrence Namale put this book up for online consumption, there had been a debate on passion, work, and livelihood. I had intimated […] More
Omniscient Narrator It was a sunny day, and the sky was a brilliant blue, with only a few puffy white clouds drifting lazily across the horizon. The sun shone brightly, […] More
On Thursday, February 20, 2025, Lapwony Obua George H. A was one of the Keynote Speakers at Lapwony Micheal Ocan Memorial Lecture held at Gulu District Council Hall. *Keynote Speaker, […] More
Ugandans are known globally as some of the most wonderful people – at least that is what most people say. If you went around the world asking what people thought […] More
When it comes to being artistic, Art styles describe the way the artwork looks. Style is basically how the artist portrays his or her subject matter and how the artist […] More
In my primary school days, I had a crush on a girl who was older than me. It was evident that proposing to her was out of the question, and […] More
“Management is doing things right leadership is doing the right things.” Peter Drucker The Strive On Group hosted an enjoyable JTB session that delved into the critical role of board […] More
A beautiful morning to everyone, from all the four corners of this world, it is 05:28 AM (CAT) here I’m Gaborone, Botswana, as i pen this down, it has been […] More
We were inseparable, a bond so strong Shared every secret, right and wrong. But there was one thing we never shared Our hearts, our loves, our deepest cares. I introduced […] More
Archbishop Joseph Nakabaale Kiwanuka Memorial Lecture delivered on 6th March 2025 at Pope Paul VI Memorial Hotel-Ndeeba under the theme: “Religion and Politics” When I accepted the invitation to […] More
By Oweyegha-Afunaduula Center for Critical Thinking and Alternative In many my previous writings I have decried the fact that all security is reduced to military security. In my most recent […] More
Sometimes words said in passing or with intention burn through us, they move us, cause a change in our hearts, mindset or behaviour. The change may be good or bad […] More
(First Person: Clara) The mist clings, a cold, damp shroud. I can’t feel my feet. Or anything, really. Just this… lightness. And a dread, heavy as lead. I stand before […] More
Japan is remembered by its Asian neighbors as a tyrannical force, wreaking havoc and instilling fear wherever it set foot. During the colonization of Korea from 1910 to 1945, Koreans […] More
To My Writer Self, I write to you from the edge of a comma, where ink bleeds into possibility and sentences tremble like unsteady bridges. A century yawns between us, […] More
A Mile in the Fire Hell is not flames, it’s the walk, the bruising of good cheer. A vile voyage, barefoot on embers of shame, each step a contract with […] More
Lack is easy to identify, as it doesn’t require a wealth of empirical evidence to confirm. When one needs something and doesn’t have it, or even doesn’t have anyone who […] More
In October 2023, Kampala’s neighborhoods once again drowned under torrential rains. Streets turned to rivers, homes collapsed, and over 5,000 families were displaced, according to the Uganda Red Cross. In […] More
“Education Ministry in crisis as old curriculum ends,” THE INDEPENDENT, February 15, 2024: CITATION: “Kampala, Uganda….Learners who sat the Uganda Certificate of Education under the old curriculum will be granted […] More
Introduction We are here today to celebrate World Bipolar Day, observed every 30th of March. WBD vision: To bring world awareness to bipolar conditions and to eliminate social stigma. For […] More
Muwado (More-Words-O) – Africa’s Storytelling Platform, is not just a platform; it is a vibrant collection of emotions, imagination and experiences, all woven together to bridge the gaps between people. […] More
There I stood—Ntinda’s unofficial mannequin—draped in a kanzu starched so stiff it could’ve doubled as a coffin. Auntie Carol, armed with a carnation and a grin wider than the Nile, […] More
Continued from; Walumbe’s delight #24 By Aine Susan Kayikuzi made his way to the edge, his source of solace over the years.Yet even there,one could feel the tension between the […] More
2face posted last night that he and Annie had separated many months ago. After a few minutes, he posted that his account was hacked. A few minutes later he came […] More
Over the past several months, a few friends and I have been discussing Africanness. Specifically, we have been thinking about, reading up on and discussing the place of Black Africa […] More
Following the recent numerous terror attacks in Kampala and surrounding areas that have claimed scores of Ugandans and injured many, Uganda Government in collaboration with Democratic Republic of Congo, has […] More
Twegaite international, a once leading Diaspora organization has become an embarrassing shell of itself as shown from lack of cohesion amongst members and leadership, disappearance of both programs in the […] More
Hola, It’s been a minute since our last event rant and my oh my…the silence was the loudest. Salutations out of the way, I have a mesmerizing experience for y’all. […] More
Fading Futures of children and youth In Westnile a region hosting many refuges, teenagers cling to the hope of completing their studies and archiving their career of having a bright […] More
I’ve a Kenyan friend, Martins Williams Nyakone. I hear he is a pastor now. Previously, Martins did rounds in rumba and a lot more, including the inner circles of dingy […] More
So today, permit me to share with you my second list from my compilation of ‘The Top 10 of Everything Ugandan Poetry’. Everything I write/rate here is based on my […] More
I recently found myself reflecting on a life-altering decision that I made not too long ago, a decision that has left me broke, unemployed, and burdened with regrets. As I […] More
Men are from Mars and women from Venus, is there a nexus between the two sexes? What do men really want; they say marrying a prostitute is far better than […] More
Not so long ago, the boy child in West Nile was the pride of the region; strong, industrious, and full of promise. Today, he is a walking time bomb, a […] More
I recently witnessed our traditional marriage culture from the time the people come to okushwera until when the ejugano are brought home. Culture is interesting and I think we were […] More
Belonging is absolutely important because it confers wider identity. My name is Fred Charles Milton Oweyegha-Afunaduula Kiira Isabirye. However, my identity is not complete without mentioning my physical ecological-biological belonging […] More
Week 5 of the Muwado Commercial Storytelling Webinars happened on Tuesday, 1st April, with Rhoda Osei Adjei – an experienced broadcast journalist with a special interest in magazine productions based […] More
WHY ARE FATHERS THE MOST HATED PARENTS? Have you ever sat down and thought about this, the fact that fathers are the most hated parents of the two, I mean […] More
By Mugabe Victor Listen to your heart. That’s what they always said. I, on the other hand, always thought it was stupid. Why? Maybe because I never learnt to trust […] More
I wrote this a few weeks back but hesitated to share until well…now. You know those car tyres? They are apparently the better kind. Less risk of a flat. Here […] More
First, Happy Festive Season and we hope you have survived the worst of 2020. If it has adversely affected you in one way or another, our thoughts are with you. […] More
Let me introduce you to “EPEYONON: ‘The Home comer’ an Exhibition that explores the intersection of modernity and cultural heritage in Karamoja, delving into the impact on identity, questioning its […] More
Forgive me for my crude language, I am sure some are thinking the article title is not befitting of a young lady, but why call a spade a big spoon […] More
In the history of Uganda, General Tumukunde has not been only one of the finest spy chiefs but also a key and central player in the politics of the country. […] More
Background 1. Identity I believe identity is critical to survival. A people that wants to survive the global erosions of culture, democracy and unity of purpose must ensure that it […] More
With 2025 in sight, Ugandan rugby is at a crossroads. From an expanded men’s league to 12 teams and increasing opportunities for women’s rugby, there are systemic issues that have […] More
A few months ago, we were at table having breakfast after Mass as we always do, and discussing the current affairs, with the usual talk about Trump, North Korea, Kenya […] More
In my article “Pursuing Science and Patriotism Simultaneously: The Contradictions” just published by Ultimate News, I write that Science as pursued by individuals has many problems, including erosion of genetic […] More
UPDATE 11/07/2020: The #Stories4Health Competition Winners have been announced here. UPDATE 01/07/2020: The #Stories4Health competition has been closed today and the judging panel will be looking at the entries (click […] More
Sacramento, California — On December 7, 2024, the Uganda community in Sacramento gathered for a remarkable event that celebrated culture, leadership, and hope. The centerpiece of the occasion was a […] More
I am thankful. For many many things. I think I am even thankful for endometriosis. I have been thinking about whether we can be thankful for even the bad stuff. […] More
We are all masters of our experience so today I will be sharing my experience and learnings from my time as the Nyege Nyege International Music and Arts Festival’s Digital […] More
“Fast and furious 9 is just an incomplete game” That was how someone described it in some WhatsApp group. Unrealistic stunts suffocate Fast and Furious 9. It is the sequel […] More
Top Gear Season 19 Episode 6 (Africa Special Part 1) This video belongs fully to the BBC. It is purely for viewing only. The Top Gear crew were in East […] More
I am a Ugandan and our television culture is really lousy so every once in a while I like to go on YouTube and see how the Americans are doing it, because, […] More
Allow me to introduce this topic… Well, I was one of those people who thought that this eternal life is life after death and it’s something that will happen when […] More
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