The Ugandan Ministry of Foreign Affairs has ordered the immediate recall of Dickson Ogwang Okul, a diplomat stationed in Sudan, following a controversial incident where he brandished a firearm during a community meeting. Ogwang, who held the rank of Foreign Service Officer Grade II, has been instructed to hand over his duties and report to…
Lt Gen Sam Okiding, the Deputy Chief of Defence Forces, has called on newly promoted officers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) to work together in the fight against corruption. He emphasised that fighting corruption requires collective responsibility, stating, “It involves serious individuals like you. If we don’t fight it, we shall destroy ourselves.…
Addressing pastors, Chairman Lee said, “We must move beyond superficial faith and live according to the Word of God.” The lecture that not only covers the Four Gospels and Revelation but also covering the entire Bible. Attending pastors commented, “The strength of Shincheonji Church of Jesus will have a significant impact on the Christian community…
Excitement filled the air as hundreds of hopeful contestants gathered at Kati Kati yesterday for the highly anticipated Bongo Star Search auditions. Aspiring artists showcased their talents in a bid to secure a coveted spot in the Top 5, who will be taken to Tanzania to compete for the ultimate grand prize. The search for…
Community leaders and youth in Namayingo District have called on Ambassador Barbara Nekesa Oundo, the National Treasurer of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), to present their grievances to President Yoweri Museveni. The residents raised concerns about the ongoing restrictions on access to gold mining sites, which have become their primary source of income following restrictions…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has strongly refuted rumors circulating on social media alleging that 400 human sacrifices are required before the reopening of Karuma Bridge in Northern Uganda. Brigadier General Felix Busizoori, Commander of the UPDF’s 4th Infantry Division, addressed the issue during a press briefing held at the division’s headquarters in Gulu…
Teachers at Kampala Parents School have gone on strike, citing delayed salaries, low wages, and allegations of preferential treatment of Indian staff as key grievances. The protest has sparked widespread concern, especially given the school’s status as one of Uganda’s most prestigious institutions. In a video that quickly went viral, teachers expressed their frustrations through…
The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament (LOP), Joel Ssenyonyi, has initiated a nationwide campaign opposing the government’s decision to dissolve the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) and transfer its functions to the Ministry of Agriculture. Speaking on November 20, 2024, during a radio interview, Ssenyonyi criticized the move, arguing that it could undermine Uganda’s…
The Public Accounts Committees (PAC) have raised concerns about inaccuracies and omissions in financial audits conducted by the Auditor General’s Office for the financial year ending June 30, 2023. These issues were discussed during a harmonization meeting held on November 20, 2022, in Parliament. The meeting aimed to address gaps in audit reports and ensure…
A 32-year-old Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier, Private Bonny Ameny, has been sentenced to death by the 5th Infantry Division Field Court Martial after being found guilty of multiple crimes in Agago District. The court, led by Colonel Peter Musherere, delivered the verdict after a two-day trial held in Ngora East Village, Paimol Sub-county.…
