Inzu Ya Masaba Cultural Institution has rejected claims by Bugisu Cultural Institution spokesperson Steven Masiga that it is defunct or illegitimate. In a formal rebuttal, spokesperson Wepukhulu Abner stated that Inzu Ya Masaba remains an active cultural institution rooted in history, constitutional provisions, and the will of the Bamasaaba people. Citing Article 246 of the Ugandan Constitution, the institution emphasized …

Mbale & Bulambuli, Uganda|December 28, 2025 Hundreds of Bamasaba traditional surgeons (bakhebi) on Sunday converged at two separate venues in Mbale City and Bulambuli District in a powerful demonstration of unity, peace, and commitment to safeguarding Bamasaba cultural heritage as preparations intensify for the 2026 cultural year. One group of over 400 surgeons assembled at the palace of His Highness …

Mbale, Uganda | December 22, 2025 A man accused of defiling and brutally murdering a Senior Two student of Nakaloke Secondary School has been remanded by the Nakaloke grade one Magistrate’s Court, with the next hearing scheduled for January 8, 2026. The suspect, whose identity has not yet been officially released by authorities, appeared in court on Monday for the …