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Presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, widely known as Bobi Wine, has launched an 11-point manifesto under the National Unity Platform (NUP), outlining a vision to “reset” Uganda through sweeping political, economic, and social reforms ahead of the 2026 elections. Speaking in Kagoma, Jinja District, Kyagulanyi addressed thousands of supporters, presenting a detailed policy agenda he says is necessary to tackle Uganda’s deep-rooted political and governance challenges. He emphasized the urgent need for total reform and a fresh start for the nation. Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines In his address, Kyagulanyi stressed restoring constitutionalism, the rule…

Jack Spence, who has died aged 94, was an influential scholar of diplomacy and South African politics. His research and policy advice contributed to South Africa’s transition from apartheid to democracy, and his mentoring of former students helped many to reach leadership positions in their fields.Although he “retired” in 1991, it was only 29 years later, after two further impactful jobs, that he really stopped work.His scholarship – rigorous, eclectic and pragmatic – positioned him as a non-partisan voice through South Africa’s key political eras: under apartheid; during the 1990 transition; and under majority rule post-1994. He was uniquely placed…

244 Prestige Assurance Plc has announced a 51 per cent increase in its gross written premium for the 2024 financial year, highlighting its resilience in a challenging operating environment. The company’s Chairman, Mrs. Funmi Oyetunji, disclosed the results while presenting the 2024 financial report at the firm’s 55th Annual General Meeting held recently in Lagos. According to her, Prestige Assurance generated a gross written premium of N22.47bn in 2024, compared to N14.87bn in 2023. Profit after tax also rose significantly, closing at N3.24bn in 2024, up from N1.31bn in the previous year. Oyetunji attributed the strong performance to improved underwriting…

The Miami Dolphins wide receiver suffered what is believed to be a season-ending injury against the New York Jets.Published On 30 Sep 202530 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareDolphins standout receiver Tyreek Hill was carted off the field early in the third quarter of Miami’s Monday game against the New York Jets with a potentially serious left knee injury.The Dolphins quickly ruled Hill out, and announced he was being transported to a local hospital for imaging and further evaluation.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listHill was injured when he caught a 10-yard pass from Tua Tagovailoa near…

Congressional Democrats and Republicans failed to reach a spending deal after meeting with US President Donald Trump.Published On 30 Sep 202530 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareUnited States Vice President JD Vance has warned that the US is heading towards a government shutdown after a meeting between the White House and Congressional leaders on Monday failed to make headway on a federal spending bill.US President Donald Trump and Vance met with leaders from both parties to try to hammer out a deal.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list“I think we’re headed into a shutdown because the Democrats…

The lack of growth capital in Europe is such a persisting issue that some early-stage firms have taken the matter into their own hands. London-headquartered firm Notion Capital is one of them. In 2017, Notion Capital was one of the first in Europe to close an opportunities fund to provide its portfolio companies with follow-on capital. Now, it has closed a $130 million growth fund, nearly twice the size of its previous one, that will also invest outside of its portfolio, TechCrunch learned exclusively. U.S. VCs that used to fill the growth capital gap currently tend to focus more on…

Harry Potter author JK Rowling has responded to Emma Watson’s recent remarks about their rift over transgender rights, saying the actor is “ignorant of how ignorant she is”.Rowling’s post comes after a podcast interview with Watson, in which the latter said: “I really don’t believe that … holding the love and support and views that I have, mean[s] that I can’t and don’t treasure Jo and the person that I had personal experiences with.”In a lengthy post, Rowling writes: “Emma Watson and her co-stars have every right to embrace gender identity ideology. Such beliefs are legally protected, and I wouldn’t…

Islamabad, Pakistan – When Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed parliament on July 29, more than two months after the four-day May clash with Pakistan, he hailed India’s military action – dubbed “Operation Sindoor” – as a “victory”, but said it was not over.“Operation Sindoor remains active and resolute,” Modi said during his 102-minute address.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listTwo months later, after India beat Pakistan in a gripping Asia Cup cricket final on September 28, Modi invoked the spectre of war again while congratulating the victors. “Operation Sindoor on the games field. Outcome is the same –…

As of press time on Monday night, representatives of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and the Dangote Refinery were meeting in Abuja, trying to reach an agreement to end the face-off between the two parties. The meeting was convened by the Federal Ministry of Labour. Earlier in the day, Electricity supply across Nigeria had experienced a sharp decline as power generation plunged to 1,062.06 megawatts (MW), due to a significant disruption in gas supply caused by ongoing industrial action by the oil workers. The cut in gas supply has directly affected gas-fired power plants,…

An NHS online hospital service will be launched in England within two years to help cut waiting times, the prime minister is set to announce. Sir Keir Starmer will tell the Labour Party annual conference a “new world is coming” as he sets out plans for the digital service.NHS Online will have its own dedicated doctors and nurses who will take charge of patients who choose to use the service.The idea is that assessments, check-ups with consultants and follow-up appointments will all be done online.If any physical scans or treatments are needed these will be booked in at a local…