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Besigye, Lutale Remain In Custody As Bail Hearing Is Postponed

Opposition figure Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya, will stay in detention until April 11, 2025, after the High Court deferred their bail application due to prosecution delays. Justice Kania Rossette, presiding over the case, adjourned the proceedings on

March 15, 2025

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Sheena Ruparelia: The Invisible Architect of Ruparelia Group Growth, Expansion and Dominance

On January 26, 2025, during Uganda’s 39th National Resistance Movement (NRM) Liberation Day celebrations in Mubende District, Sheena Ruparelia was honoured with a national medal for her significant contributions to the successful hosting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77+China summits in

March 15, 2025

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From Contaminated Dams to Clean Taps: St. Catherine Girls School Gets Fresh Water Through Hon. Jeniffer Muheesi’s Initiative

Kazo District Woman Member of Parliament Hon. Jeniffer Muheesi, in collaboration with Yoshuwa Living Water, a China-based company, has successfully completed a multi-million shilling clean water project for St. Catherine Girls Secondary School and the surrounding community. The project, which replaces contaminated

March 14, 2025

Business

Prof. Nuwagaba’s Book Launch: Dr. Sudhir Applaud Newly Appointed BoU Governor, Deputy

In a remarkable gathering at Makerere University last week, Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba, the newly appointed Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda, unveiled his latest work, “Transformative Economics.” The event drew a distinguished audience, including prominent business figures such as Sudhir Ruparelia

March 14, 2025

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Justice Lydia Mugambe Convicted Of Modern Slavery Offences

A United Nations judge has been found guilty of forcing a young Ugandan woman to work as a slave in her home in the UK. Lydia Mugambe, 49, who also serves as a High Court judge in Uganda, was convicted at Oxford

March 14, 2025

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NUP’s Elias Nalukoola Wins Kawempe North By-Election

Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola, the National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate, has emerged victorious in the Kawempe North parliamentary by-election, securing a landslide win with 17,764 votes. His victory fills the seat left vacant by the passing of former MP Muhammad Ssegirinya. The Electoral

March 14, 2025

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Col Chris Magezi Appointed Interim UPDF Spokesperson

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has designated Colonel Chris Magezi as the Acting Defence Public Information Officer (DDPIO) for a temporary period. His appointment, made by Major General Jack Bakasumba, follows the leave of Major General Felix Kulayigye, who is expected

March 14, 2025

Africa

SADC To Withdraw Troops From DRC As M23 Rebels Gain Ground

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has announced the gradual withdrawal of its military forces from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amid escalating conflict in the eastern region. The decision was reached during an Extraordinary Summit of SADC Heads of State

March 14, 2025

Business

Dr Sudhir Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award For Transforming Uganda’s Business Sector

Uganda’s wealthiest businessman and Chairman of the Ruparelia Group of Companies, H.E. Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his exceptional business achievements and his significant contributions to job creation. Dr. Sudhir, who also serves

March 13, 2025

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BMK’s Son Haruna Kalule Goes Into Hiding Over Shs 1.5 Billion Debt

A major financial dispute has erupted within the family of the late businessman BMK, as his son, Haruna Kalule Muwanga, has reportedly gone into hiding over a Shs 1.5 billion debt. The loan, originally borrowed some years ago, has accumulated interest, increasing

March 13, 2025