The Uganda Times

02/05/2026

Kampala's Biggest Glow-up
From a nightmare to a masterpiece. The engineering behind the new Nakivubo is 🔥 .

29/04/2026

Bank of Uganda Governor Michael Atingi-Ego has cautioned that the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026 will pose risks to Uganda’s economic stability if it negatively impacts foreign capital inflows.

Addressing Parliament, he noted that the country registered a balance of payments surplus of about USD 1.5 billion in the previous financial year, which contributed to strengthening foreign reserves to nearly USD 6 billion.

He warned that any measures that limit or discourage foreign capital inflows will put pressure on reserves and potentially undermine macroeconomic stability.

26/04/2026

Thousands tuurned for Uganda Chief of Defence Forces' Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba 52nd Birthday Run, organised for charity and hope.
Deputy Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa was chief runner, and was flanked by top officials. Tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia was also present.
Gen. Muhoozi also paid tribute to the Patriotic League of Uganda for their steadfast and selfless leadership, as well as to the organizers, security agencies, medical teams, volunteers, and all partners who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the event a success.
He commended leaders across all sectors—political, religious, cultural, and corporate—for mobilizing communities and supporting this noble cause.

20/04/2026

LOP Joel Ssenyonyi joins family members leaders, and friends of Kalangala District Woman MP, Hon. Hellen Nakimuli, at Mulago City Mortuary, where her body underwent a postmortem examination. She passed away yesterday at Alexandra Medical Centre following an unsuccessful surgery.

19/04/2026

SAD NEWS: Mysteriously, the Woman Member of Parliament for Kalangala District under the National Unity Platform (NUP), Hon. Hellen Nakimuli, reportedly dead at 41 after undertaking unsuccessful surgery through not yet known circumstances at Alexandria Medical Centre in Kampala City.

19/04/2026

https://www.ugandatimes.ug/2026/04/18/ham-the-magic-of-downtown/

How Hamis Kiggundu transformed Kampala’s Nakivubo Channel and Park Yard from neglected spaces into thriving business hubs, redefining urban development in Uganda.

19/04/2026

Ham, the Magic of Downtown
By Kwebiha Muzamil Abwooli

In the heart of Kampala, where many saw only filth and despair, one man saw potential. Hajji Hamis Kigundu, affectionately known as "Ham," is the visionary real estate developer who has turned the city’s most neglected corners into thriving business hubs. From the chaotic Park Yard to the once-foul Nakivubo Channel, Ham’s touch has been nothing short of magical—transforming eyesores into landmarks of progress.

The Unlikely Visionary

While most developers chased prime locations, Ham dared to venture where others wouldn’t. He looked at Kampala’s dirtiest, most congested areas and imagined something greater. His developments didn’t just build structures; they rewrote the narrative of downtown. Where stagnant water and uncollected garbage once repelled investors, Ham saw opportunity—and with relentless determination, he turned wastelands into economic engines.

A Legacy of Transformation

The proof of Ham’s genius lies in the streets themselves:

Park Yard: Once a chaotic mess of informal trade, now a bustling commercial center.

Nakivubo Channel: A former health hazard, now a reclaimed space for business and urban renewal.

His projects didn’t just change landscapes—they changed mindsets. Where skeptics doubted, Ham delivered. His developments proved that no part of the city is beyond redemption if the right hands shape it.

Challenges and Triumphs

Of course, progress isn’t without its critics. Some point to displacement or flooding concerns, but even these challenges don’t overshadow Ham’s boldness. While others hesitated, he acted—and in doing so, he set a new standard for urban revival.

The Bigger Picture

Ham’s work is more than bricks and mortar; it’s a testament to what Ugandan entrepreneurship can achieve. He didn’t wait for foreign investors or government handouts. Instead, he rolled up his sleeves and turned Kampala’s weaknesses into strengths.

A Salute to the Magic Maker

Downtown Kampala today bears Ham’s fingerprints—a cleaner, more vibrant version of its former self. For that, he deserves more than applause; he deserves recognition as a pioneer who saw beauty where others saw blight.

Big up, Hajji Hamis Kigundu—the man who turned dirt into gold.

Contact: Kwebiha Muzamil Abwooli
0775586017 | [email protected]

19/04/2026

Victoria University has appointed Meera Ruparelia as the new Representative of Directors to its University Council, marking what the institution describes as “a new chapter of leadership.”

The announcement, made in a press statement dated April 16, 2026, confirms that Meera Ruparelia has officially assumed the role following the passing of her father, Rajiv Ruparelia, who previously served as a director and played a significant role in the growth of the university.

According to the statement, the appointment reflects continuity in leadership and a commitment to the values that defined Rajiv Ruparelia’s contribution to higher education in Uganda, including innovation, resilience, and experiential learning. The university credited the late director with helping transform the institution into a modern, industry-aligned center of learning.

15/04/2026

KEY EVIDENCE

1. No videos recorded on action 💔❌
2. No photos captured on action 💔 ❌
3. No watchman at school 💔❌
4. No blood spots on shirt or hands captured on arrest💔❌
5. No visitors book signed up by Okello upon arrival 💔 ❌

MINOR EVIDENCE

1. Accusations verbally ✅ 😭
2. Knife found at scene ✅
3. Arrested at school compound✅😭
4. Came as parent and paid admission fees of 195,000/- mobile money transaction to accountant ✅😭
5. Postmortem done shows internal bleeding by stabbing✅💔

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN

Okello will be released by high court due to no valid evidence💔, If complainants doesn't come up with those first 5 key evidences, He will be released after 6 Months on bail, because it's capital offence that needs proper prove but not words of expression 🙄, it's law and that's how most criminals end up winning cases😓

15/04/2026

Dr. Hamis Kiggundu was seen having fitness lessons and training had to keep in shape, the Business mogul has been training with S13 and former uganda cranes player Savio Kabugo at Ham Residence.

The dedication and determination are clear examples of health is wealth and this a clear motivation and inspiration for all the youth out that, how big and bussy you are, health is a priority for a better future.