Author: The Daily Wolf

District councilors are calling for an investigation after 30 extra teachers were mysteriously appointed in Kayunga, Uganda, sparking accusations of corruption and raising concerns about potential “racketeering.” Summary: Kayunga District Service Commission (DSC) advertised 32 teaching vacancies and 62 teachers were interviewed and given appointment letters, 30 more than advertised. Councilors suspect corruption and call for an investigation by the State House Anti-corruption unit as the DSC chairperson admits to “confusion” but denies wrongdoing. The quiet district of Kayunga, Uganda, is at the center of a burgeoning scandal after 30 extra teachers were mysteriously appointed, raising suspicions of corruption. The…

Two city lawyers in Kampala have been ordered to appear in court within three days to face charges of stealing over Shs4.1 billion (about $1.1 million USD) in taxpayer money meant for War Loss Compensation Funds. The money was meant to compensate members of the Busoga Growers Cooperative Union who lost funds during war times. John Matovu, 62, of M/S Matovu & Matovu Advocates, and Fred Makada, 55, of Makada & Makada Advocates, are accused of theft by agent. Matovu is accused of stealing Shs4,051,500,000 and Makada is accused of stealing Shs1,210,000,000. The lawyers were entrusted to pursue war loss compensation…

President Yoweri Museveni has dismissed several high ranking officials from the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) starting with ED Dorothy Kisaka following a devastating landfill collapse weeks ago that claimed the lives of more than 35 people. The ugly incident occurred on August 10th at the Kiteezi landfill prompted a swift investigation by the Inspector General of Government (IGG). The IGG’s report revealed “severe oversight and negligence” on the part of KCCA leadership, ultimately leading to President Museveni’s decision to fire Executive Director Dorothy Kisaka, Deputy Executive Director Eng. David Luyimbazi, and Director of Public Health Dr Daniel Okello. The President…

Tea farmers in Uganda especially in Tooro sub-region are grappling with low tea prices, despite a recent national price increase. Although the average price of Ugandan tea at the Mombasa Tea Auction rose to $0.98 per kilogramme in September 2024, tea from Tooro has struggled to surpass the $1 mark. Summary: Labour shortage affecting large-scale tea plantations in Tooro leaves the production in balance threatening consistency in output. Green tea leaf prices plummeting to between Shs150 to Shs200, many farmers are choosing to abandon their tea gardens. This is in stark contrast to other tea-producing regions in Uganda, such as…

Singer Queen Sheebah has hit hard at fellow singer and nemesis Cindy Sanyu for faking credit for her successful career. She said that she has never mentored her and she will never mentor her no matter what. She now changed her narrative after she admitted some time ago that it was Cindy that wrote her first song for her. Sheebah and Cindy Sanyu used to be close friends but when she started singing the friendship shifted. This was because of various reasons that are actually known to themselves. This was escalated by Sheebah saying that Cindy wrote her first song…

Busoga University in Iganga is conducting lectures despite having its license revoked in 2017 by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE). The university lost its license due to concerns about unqualified staff, unaccredited courses, and the awarding of fake degrees. However, the university claims it was never officially closed and that the revocation of its license does not prevent it from teaching students. It should be noted that, the NCHE revoked Busoga University’s licence in 2017, but the institution continued operating and even had students attending classes as recently as September 20, 2024. The university argues that the NCHE…

Hip Hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has been denied bail and faces a potential life sentence after being charged with shocking crimes, including sex trafficking and racketeering. The charges, unveiled on Tuesday, September 18, 2024, sent shockwaves through the music industry and painted a dark picture of Combs’ alleged actions spanning almost two decades. Prosecutors allege that Combs, using his fame and influence, coerced women into degrading sexual acts as part of a calculated scheme. Operating under the guise of “Freak Offs,” Combs allegedly used his record label, Bad Boy Entertainment, to transport women and male sex workers across state lines…

NSSF Savers are demanding higher interest rates on their savings as the fund’s assets surge to Shs22.13 trillion. The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is set to announce its interest rate for the 2023/24 financial year, with expectations of a double-digit increase. This comes as the fund reported impressive financial results, with earnings reaching Shs2.53 trillion, up from Shs2.2 trillion the previous year. This call for better returns by NSSF Savers is fueled by the fund’s strong performance, particularly in regional investments. NSSF saw positive returns on its equity investments in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda, as well as stability…

Uganda’s First Deputy Prime Minister Rebecca Kadaga, has revealed shocking details of two alleged assassination attempts against her. Speaking at an event for the elderly in Kamuli District, Kadaga, who is also the Kamuli District Woman MP, suggested that an unnamed individual working with the government was behind the plots. The first attempt, Kadaga claimed, involved a plan to use sugarcane trucks to cause a fatal collision with her convoy on the Jinja-Kamuli highway. This, she explained was intended to disguise the assassination as a road accident. The second plot, she alleged, involved hiring individuals posing as money changers to create a…

NAIROBI: Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s recent visit to Nairobi markets has ignited a political firestorm, pitting him against Governor Johnson Sakaja and raising questions about the Governor’s future re-election prospects. The sources detail the escalating conflict, its ethnic undertones, and the potential ramifications for both politicians. Gachagua’s market tour which was ostensibly to address trader concerns, was widely seen as a power play, signaling his intent to influence city politics ahead of the 2027 elections. He publicly criticized Sakaja’s policies, particularly the relocation of traders from road reserves, urging the Governor to prioritize their interests. Gachagua’s stance resonates with the Kikuyu…