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PSST Ggoobi inspects Atiak Sugar Factory, pledges support for agro-industrialisation growth

1 week ago | watchdoguganda.com | Mike Ssegawa

KAMPALA, Uganda — Ramathan Ggoobi, Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, accompanied by his technical team, visited Atiak Sugar Factory in Amuru district on Saturday to assess the progress of this transformative investment in northern Uganda. Mr Ggoobi praised the factory for adopting modern farming practices, including mechanization, irrigation and fertilizer use.
DP's Future: Richard Sebamala signals a power shift in Uganda's oldest party

1 week ago | watchdoguganda.com | Brian Mugenyi

KAMPALA, Uganda — As Uganda approaches the 2026 general elections, the Democratic Party (DP) stands at a crossroads, with Hon. Richard Sebamala emerging as a potential leader to steer the party toward its long-held ambition of capturing the presidency. Drawing parallels to biblical succession, where King David passed the throne to Solomon, Sebamala’s rise mirrors a timely transition from DP’s current president, Hon. Norbert Mao, whose tenure has sparked debate about the party’s direction.
MIKE SSEGAWA - Kabaka Mutebi at 70: A Reign of Revival, Unity, and Progress in Buganda

1 week ago | watchdoguganda.com | Mike Ssegawa

As Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II marks his 70th birthday, his legacy stands as a testament to resilience, cultural revival, and transformative leadership. Since his coronation in 1993, following the abolition of Buganda’s monarchy in 1966, the Kabaka has not only restored the kingdom’s prestige but also redefined its role in modern Uganda. His reign has been a masterclass in balancing tradition with progress, fostering unity, and driving socio-economic development.
Katikkiro Mayiga: Can't Dr Sam Kazibwe Be More than a CBS FM staff?

2 weeks ago | watchdoguganda.com | Shafic Kiyaga

As Buganda prepares to celebrate Ssabasajja Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II’s 70th birthday on April 13, 2025, I found myself scrolling through TikTok, where I stumbled upon a group of young men passionately debating the significance of CBS FM broadcaster Dr. Sam Kazibwe to Uganda. Their discussion sparked a question that has lingered in my mind: Why hasn’t Dr. Kazibwe, a standout figure in Mengo’s circles, been elevated to a top leadership role within the Buganda Kingdom’s establishment?
South Sudan & Museveni: Uganda's gift to Africa's Stability

2 weeks ago | watchdoguganda.com | Mike Ssegawa

The debate over the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) intervention in South Sudan has resurfaced, spotlighting the fragile peace in the world’s youngest nation. Recently, South Sudan’s stability faced yet another test when Vice President Riek Machar sought to oust President Salva Kiir. What began as a political power struggle quickly spiraled into a tribal conflict, pitting the Nuer against the Dinka in a violent cycle of revenge killings.
MIKE SSEGAWA: Ex-ISO Deputy Katabazi’s Tech Legacy Boosts Parish Development Model Oversight

3 weeks ago | watchdoguganda.com | Mike Ssegawa

On April 1, 2025, President Yoweri Museveni initiated a significant leadership reshuffle within the Internal Security Organisation (ISO), relieving Emmy Katabazi of his duties as deputy spy chief and reassigning him to a diplomatic role. Katabazi had spent recent months steering the agency following the death of Director General Col. Charles Oluka.
Profile: Who is Arthur Mugyenyi, the new ISO Director General

3 weeks ago | watchdoguganda.com | Mike Ssegawa

Arthur Mugyenyi is the newly appointed Director General of Uganda’s Internal Security Organisation (ISO), a pivotal role he assumed on April 1, 2025, following his appointment by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. He succeeded the late Brigadier General Charles Oluka, who passed away on January 29, 2025, leaving a vacancy in one of Uganda’s most critical security institutions.
An Open Letter to Mufti Mubajje: TikTok Isn’t the Enemy-Look to Your Flock

3 weeks ago | watchdoguganda.com | Mike Ssegawa

Dear Your Eminence Mufti Mubajje,Your recent call to ban TikTok, coupled with your sharp words for its abusers, has set Uganda ablaze with debate. Many are furious, seeing it as an assault on their freedom to speak, create, and connect in a digital age. You’ve raised a vital point about the misuse of platforms like TikTok and X—spaces where personal vendettas and crude behavior too often drown out decency. But I urge you to reconsider your target. TikTok isn’t the problem.
Ham Vs Lukwago: Who would win Kampala Lord Mayor's race to City Hall ?

3 weeks ago | watchdoguganda.com | Mike Ssegawa

What are Ham Kiggundu’s Chances Against Erias Lukwago in the Kampala Lord Mayor’s race? The simmering feud between Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and businessman Hamis “Ham” Kiggundu has taken a dramatic turn, with Lukwago throwing down the gauntlet, challenging Ham to contest the Lord Mayor’s seat in 2026. In a fiery outburst, Lukwago swore Ham would never unseat him, reigniting a rivalry that has gripped Uganda’s capital.
Easter Bliss Unleashed: La Cabana at Speke Apartments Wampewo Serves Up a Feast of Fun and Flavor

4 weeks ago | watchdoguganda.com | Mike Ssegawa

La Cabana at Speke Apartments Wampewo Unveils an Easter ExtravaganAs Easter approaches, La Cabana Restaurant at Speke Apartments Wampewo is pulling out all the stops to transform the holiday weekend into a memorable celebration for couples, families, and kids alike. Nestled in the heart of Kampala, this culinary gem is rolling out a lineup of irresistible meals, live entertainment, and fun activities, cementing its reputation as a go-to destination for exceptional dining and warm hospitality.