Author: BIG EYE ADMIN
My name is Moses, an entrepreneur from Arua, Uganda, and I want to tell my story to anyone feeling trapped by poverty, failure, and the judgments of people who have lost hope in them today. There was a time when I was known across my village as the man who could never succeed. After finishing school, I struggled to find stable work. Every business I started seemed to fail, and every opportunity I pursued ended in disappointment completely. Life became difficult as many people openly mocked me whenever they saw me. Some villagers nicknamed me the village failure because nothing…
The Uganda Police Force has stepped up nationwide traffic enforcement, arresting 3,691 motorists and motorcycle riders in a coordinated week-long operation aimed at improving road safety and reducing preventable crashes across the country. The exercise, carried out under the Uganda Police Force, targeted drivers and riders who continue to flout road regulations despite repeated warnings and ongoing sensitisation campaigns. Authorities from the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety said the operation focused on dangerous behaviours that have remained a major cause of road accidents, including reckless driving, poor vehicle handling, and failure to observe basic traffic rules. Police spokesperson Michael…
My name is Richard, a businessman based in Jinja, Uganda, and I want to share one of the most heartbreaking experiences I have ever gone through. It is a situation I never imagined would happen to me, especially after dedicating so much of my time, money, emotions, and faith to building what I believed would be a successful marriage. For many years, I was in a committed relationship with a woman I loved with all my heart. Together, we made plans for our future, and I was convinced she was the right person to spend the rest of my life…
My name is Patrick, a businessman from Mbarara, Uganda, and I would like to share my journey with anyone who feels stuck in business and wonders if real success is possible. Several years ago, I owned only one small retail shop that earned just enough money to cover my daily needs. Just like many entrepreneurs, I began with limited capital. Each day came with its own challenges. I spent countless hours at work, attended to customers myself, and handled nearly every aspect of the business to ensure it stayed afloat. Even with my dedication, progress was frustratingly slow. There were…
When former Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda shared photos and messages from Mecca this week, many Ugandans immediately connected his journey to the growing political tensions back home. The outspoken opposition politician revealed that he had travelled to the holy city of Mecca, one of the most important destinations in Islam. However, the timing of his departure quickly became the subject of intense public discussion. Ssemujju’s travel came only days after Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba publicly suggested that he and Leader of the Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi would be “next” following the arrest and detention of opposition…
My name is Patricia, a businesswoman based in Kampala, Uganda, and I have decided to share one of the most heartbreaking and unbelievable experiences I have ever gone through. The incident almost tore my family apart and left me emotionally shattered. For years, I believed my marriage was built on love, trust, and mutual respect. My husband and I had worked hard to create a comfortable life together, and I never had any reason to doubt his loyalty. I also shared a strong bond with my mother, whom I deeply loved and held in high regard. Everything appeared normal until…
The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) is set for a high-profile leadership transition after its chairman, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, appointed a special committee to oversee the handover of office to the organisation’s new Secretary General. The ceremony, scheduled for June 24, 2026, at the PLU headquarters in Naguru, Kampala, is expected to draw cabinet ministers, Members of Parliament, senior party officials and members of the Central Committee, underlining the growing significance of the movement in Uganda’s political landscape. The organising committee will be chaired by Hon. Ojara Mapenduzi, deputised by Hon. Chemonges William, while Hon. Marshall Alenyo will coordinate publicity.…
My name is Hassan, a businessman based in Mombasa, Kenya, and I would like to share my experience with fellow entrepreneurs who are facing constant setbacks, financial struggles, and missed business opportunities. For several years, I dedicated myself to growing my company and pursuing major contracts that I believed would transform my business and improve my financial future. Even though I had the necessary experience, qualifications, and a committed workforce, success seemed out of reach whenever I applied for government tenders and large-scale projects. Each time I submitted my applications and proposals, I remained optimistic, only to be disappointed when…
My name is Esther, a woman from Nakuru, Kenya, and I want to share my experience with anyone facing infertility, delayed pregnancy, or the heartbreak of being told that becoming a parent may never happen. For several years after getting married, my husband and I longed for a child. Like many couples, we looked forward to creating a family and enjoying the blessing of raising children together. But as time went by without any sign of pregnancy, our excitement gradually turned into concern and disappointment. We sought help from different hospitals and medical experts, hoping to find a solution. Following…
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has announced a temporary waiver of penalties and fines for taxpayers with undeclared or falsely declared goods that were cleared through Customs. The move is aimed at giving traders and importers an opportunity to voluntarily regularize their tax obligations before the end of June. According to a public notice issued by URA, taxpayers who have outstanding liabilities arising from undeclared or falsely declared goods can benefit from the waiver if they meet specific conditions. The tax body says the initiative is intended to encourage compliance while helping businesses settle their tax matters without facing additional…