Is the Uganda Express Highway the most expensive road in the world?
Yes, it was really expensive to have it done but does it still stand as the most expensive road?
Our fact-checkers and producers from Debunk Media Initiative bring you some facts in this episode of The Debunk Show.
Watch to the end to have some factual knowledge of the road construction sector as we demystify these statements.
General Moses Ali, the indomitable 86-year-old MP for Adjumani West and Second Deputy Prime Minister, is once again in the electoral ring for 2026. His campaign, brimming with promises of infrastructure and youth skilling, is shadowed by questions about his health and the wisdom of entrusting the future to a leader whose political career began
A headline by The Explorer an online news platform, falsely alleges that the National Unity Platform (NUP) mocked the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) and the People’s Front for Transition (PFF) cooperation, calling it a “combination of failures.” “NUP mocks ANT-PFF Cooperation, calling it a “combination of failures” it reads Facts While it is true
As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, social media platforms are expected to play a powerful role in shaping public opinion and YouTube is no exception. With thousands of political videos uploaded every month, it’s becoming harder for everyday users to tell what’s true and what’s not. Channels that look credible might actually be
TikTok is no longer just an entertainment platform for dance challenges and viral memes , it’s now one of the fastest-growing sources of news and information, especially among young Ugandans. As the country edges closer to the 2026 elections, there’s a rising concern: misinformation is spreading faster than ever and TikTok is a huge part
The misleading video title states: Besigye Walks Free! Case terminated in court shocker The title is not accurate but a tactic to gain more views on YouTube, but it misleads Context: Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Obed Lutale are facing treason charges levied against them by the Ugandan state, where they are being accused of
Is it possible for someone to occupy one of the highest offices in a country where English is the official language and not understand it? It is rhetoric, but probably yes, but we wonder how she can be trusted to represent the country at business meetings without an interpreter, as in this case. The Claim
A post by Roja Maibo on X (formerly Twitter) comparing malls in Uganda and Rwanda contains contextual errors that are misleading to the netizens The post has the potential to spark an online exchange between members of the two East African countries, as seen in the comment section of Maibo’s publication. In the post, which
Claim A post from Ugandan media personality and blogger Isaac Daniel Katende aka Kasuku has sparked debate online. The post claimed tat cockroach milk is three times more nutritious than cow milk. We received inquiry into this from users online and set out to fact check and bring clarity to the matter. We need to
When bombs fall in the Middle East, stories spread worldwide, some true, many false, and others somewhere in between. But in 2025’s escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, the biggest battle may not just be on the ground or in the skies. It’s happening online, where misinformation travels faster than ever creating confusion, fear, and
Ministry Of Health Uganda has come out officially to address the ongoing speculation that there is a resurgence of COVID-19 in the country. Through a press released shared on their social media…
The President of Uganda, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s 2025 State of the Nation Address came with bold claims on the economy, education, and Uganda’s digital progress. But how many of those statements hold…
Claim A link circulating on WhatsApp, claiming that the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is currently recruiting for different positions, is a hoax and an attempt to lead you to unrelated platforms. Do…
General Moses Ali, the indomitable 86-year-old MP for Adjumani West and Second Deputy Prime Minister, is once again in the electoral ring for 2026. His campaign, brimming with promises of infrastructure and…
A headline by The Explorer an online news platform, falsely alleges that the National Unity Platform (NUP) mocked the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) and the People’s Front for Transition (PFF) cooperation,…
Is it possible for someone to occupy one of the highest offices in a country where English is the official language and not understand it? It is rhetoric, but probably yes, but…
