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Dr. Sudhir Awarded “Distinguished Order of the Crested Crane Medal” as NRM Marks 39 Years

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has marked 39 years since it took over power with a grand celebration held today in Mubende District. The event was graced by President Yoweri Museveni, who took the occasion to honor individuals for their outstanding contributions

January 31, 2025

Politics

Swords Out: NRM Faces Internal Turmoil As Karadi Rejects Nambi’s Endorsement For Kawempe North By-Election

A political storm is brewing within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) as Hajatt Hanifah Karadi, the former Resident District Commissioner (RDC), publicly rejected the party’s choice of Hajjat Faridah Nambi as the flag bearer for the upcoming Kawempe North by-election. The

January 31, 2025

National News

Benon Kajuna Appointed As New Managing Director Of Uganda Railways Corporation

The former Director of Transport in the Ministry of Works and Transport Benon Kajuna, has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Uganda Railways Corporation (URC). His appointment comes amid the government’s rationalization efforts, which led to the abolition of director-level

January 31, 2025

National News

LoP Ssenyonyi Slams UBOS Over Census Data Irregularities

The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has come under fire from opposition leaders over its management of the 2024 national census results. Led by the Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, members of the Shadow Cabinet raised concerns about errors in the

January 31, 2025

News

DS Tayebwa Dismisses Calls For Inquiry Into UNEB Grading System

A proposal to investigate the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) grading system has been rejected by Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, who ruled that such matters should be addressed by the Ministry of Education rather than Parliament. The request was raised by Wakiso

January 31, 2025

Health

Sudan Ebola Virus Outbreak Reported In Kampala

The Ministry of Health has confirmed an outbreak of Sudan Ebola Virus Disease (SVD) in Kampala after laboratory tests from three National Reference Laboratories returned positive results. At a press briefing, Dr. Diana Atwine, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health,

January 30, 2025

Africa

Tshisekedi Pulls Out Of EAC Crisis Meeting, Accuses Ruto Of Pro-Rwanda Bias

Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi has decided to boycott the East African Community (EAC) emergency summit, called by Kenyan President William Ruto, to discuss the escalating violence in Eastern Congo. The announcement was made by Tshisekedi’s spokesperson, Tina Salama, who cited concerns over

January 30, 2025

Health

UNAIDS: Winnie Byanyima Welcomes US Decision To Continue Life-Saving HIV Treatment Amid Funding Pause

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has welcomed the decision by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to approve an Emergency Humanitarian Waiver, ensuring continued access to life-saving HIV treatment for millions of people globally. The waiver comes amid a

January 30, 2025

News

ULS Honours Senior Counsel Ladislaus Rwakafuuzi For Defending Civilians In Military Courts

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has bestowed the Radical New Bar Demilitarization Award upon Senior Counsel Ladislaus Kiiza Rwakafuuzi in recognition of his relentless fight against the unlawful prosecution of civilians in military courts. This honor cements his legacy as a fearless

January 30, 2025

Security

IGP Byakagaba Rolls Out Sub County Policing Initiative To Combat Rural Crime

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Abbas Byakagaba, has officially launched the Sub County Policing Model, a strategic initiative aimed at tackling rural crime and improving law enforcement presence across Uganda. The launch, held at Police Headquarters in Naguru, marks a significant

January 30, 2025