Government is seeking Shs2.5 billion to deploy the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) to secure the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP). This was revealed by the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Vincent Ssempijja at parliament of Uganda. The EACOP is a pipeline that will transport oil produced from Uganda’s Lake Albert oilfields…
Stephen Kipkiyeny Tarus, the former Assistant Minister for Internal Security in Kenya, has been arraigned before the Anti-Corruption Court for falsification of export documents. The Minister was arrested on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, by Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) officials and arraigned before the Anti-Corruption Court on January 11, 2024. Tarus, who appeared before the anti-corruption…
By Nathan Kikku Mubiru At a political party, whether you mostly recruited or lost, a member or a leader is often revisioned and rewritten soon after they’ve left: a little new leader bounce here, an unkind political environment and schedule there. What follows can shatter the rose-tinted lenses of even the most battle hardened specs.…
Onions are highly nutritious vegetables that may have several benefits, including improved heart health, better blood sugar regulation, and increased bone density. Onions are members of the Allium genus of flowering plants, which also includes garlic, shallots, and leeks. They’re delicious, versatile, and relatively cheap, and they boast a wide range of healthy vitamins, minerals,…
The acting president of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction, Erias Lukwago, has warned party leaders who wish to express interest in different leadership positions of the party against picking forms from the Najjanankumbi party headquarters, which is under the leadership of Engineer Patrick Amuriat Oboi, the party president, and Nathan Nandala Mafabi,…
The President of the Republic of Uganda Museveni has reappointed Justice Simon Byabakama as the chairperson of the Electoral Commission for another term. H.E Museveni has also nominated four new members to the commission. The reappointed members include Hajjat Aisha Lubega as the Deputy Chairperson, Steven Tashobya, Robert Kasule Ssebunya, Dr. Sallie Simba Kayunga, Anthony…
The Parliamentary Commission, established under Article 87A of the Constitution, has been fully constituted with the endorsement of the Leader of the Opposition and four back bench Commissioners. Hon. Joel Ssenyonyi takes up the mantle of the Leader of the Opposition, replacing Hon. Mathias Mpuuga. Mpuuga will now serve as a backbench Commissioner of the…
Uganda Peoples Congress ‘UPC’ has urged the Government and Political Parties to fully discuss the question of delayed elections and see how best resources can be secured to finance the entire Independent Electoral Commission roadmap. While addressing the press conference on Wednesday at Uganda house,UPC head of communication Faizo Muzeyi revealed that there is a…
Nakawa deputy resident city commissioner RCC Kasiim Kamugisha is under fire for failing to protect the rightful owner of the property in question comprising in Volume 1837, Folio 11, Plot 106 at Old Kira Road. According to information on ground is rumoured that Kamugisha was working hand in hand with police authorities so that the…
Ugandan entertainment media personality Nalumansi Zahara aka Zahara Toto continues to open more pathways in her life, showcasing an unyielding commitment to personal and professional growth. Totto, a prominent figure at Next Media Services, has made a groundbreaking decision to enter the field of aviation, seamlessly integrating this new venture with her existing media prowess.…
