VIDEO: Who is Winnie Byanyima? How would one describe her political career?…. One would say she was born in the Democratic Party, baptized in the NRM and confirmed in the Forum for Democratic Change FDC. NBS’ Isabella Tugume looks at the story behind Eng. Winnie Byanyima, the Ugandan Executive Director of …

VIDEO: Winnie Byanyima’s declaration that she would stand for the country’s presidency if she is endorsed by FDC has met a lot of criticism. Though most Ugandans believe that she has the right qualities to lead this country, many say taking the mantle from her husband Dr. Kiiza Besigye, would be …

Nairobi, Kenya | AFP | Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta said Monday his country was seriously thinking of quitting the International Criminal Court, after three other African nations moved to pull out of the tribunal. Kenya has been one of the most vocal critics of the court based in The Hague, …

London, United Kingdom | AFP |  Algerian international Riyad Mahrez’ dynamic performances in Leicester’s remarkable Premier League title win last season garnered him the prestigious BBC African player of the year award on Monday. The 25-year-old France-born forward — who earlier this year became the first African to win the …

Washington, United States | AFP | The White House on Monday threw its support behind a Congressional investigation into Russian meddling in the US election, saying lawmakers had a “special responsibility” to investigate such an explosive issue. “We have long supported the principle of congressional review of this matter,” said …

VIDEO: Today was supposed to be the last day for the final exit of  Chinese traders operating illegally in the central business district, until government extended the deadline. Unaware of the government extension, angry legislators sitting on the parliamentary committee of trade clashed with the Trade minister Amelia Kyambadde demanding to know …

 Uganda Parliament scoops seven EAC games trophies PICTORIAL: Uganda Parliament sports team on the weekend emerged champions of the 7th East African Inter-Parliamentary Games after victories in football, netball and several individual golds in athletics. In football the legislators defeated Burundi in the final 8-7 on penalties after a goalless draw while in netball Uganda …

A 0.2% levy on eligible imports to African countries will enable AU states take charge of funding the organization Nairobi – African Union member states have begun implementing measures aimed at increasing funding for the organization and reducing its reliance on donor aid. One of the key measures being undertaken by …

Osaka, Japan | AFP | Silvio Romero struck twice as Mexican side Club America beat Asian champions Jeonbuk Motors 2-1 on Sunday to set up a dream Club World Cup semi-final with Real Madrid. Local favourites Kashima Antlers salvaged some pride for Asia, however, when the Japanese title holders toppled …

Banjul, Gambia | AFP |  Veteran Gambian leader Yahya Jammeh announced a legal challenge to an election in which he had already conceded defeat, in a weekend of dramatic twists that sparked international furore and fear of a crackdown in the west African state. A week after conceding defeat to …