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MPs Raise Alarm Over Favoritism In Judicial Promotions

Members of Uganda’s Parliament are raising red flags over what they perceive as a pattern of unfair and opaque promotion practices within the Judiciary. Legislators voiced concerns that experienced and long-serving judicial officers are consistently overlooked in favor of individuals with apparent

April 9, 2025

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EC Turns Down UBOS Biometric Machines For 2026 Elections

The Electoral Commission (EC) has ruled out the use of biometric devices acquired by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) for the 2026 general elections, citing serious concerns over battery reliability. During a session with the Parliamentary Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee

April 9, 2025

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Youth Unemployment in Uganda: Skilling as a Pathway to National Transformation

By Samuel Begira Youth unemployment remains one of Uganda’s most pressing challenges. With over 70% of the population under the age of 30 (Uganda Bureau of Statistics), the urgency of equipping young people with employable skills has never been greater. While Uganda

April 8, 2025

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Wife Of Kampala Businessman Chris Rugari, Mutesi, Arrested Over Mysterious Death Of Their Two Year Old Son

Police at Jinja Road have arrested Joline Mutesi, wife to prominent city businessman Chris Rugari, in connection with the suspicious death of their two-year-old son, Nganwa. The child, a resident of Mutungo Zone 8, was reported to have died under unclear circumstances

April 7, 2025

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Mulago Hospital In Crisis As U.S. Aid Cuts Strain Staffing, HIV Services

Mulago National Referral Hospital is on the brink of a healthcare disaster as the recent withdrawal of U.S. aid funding has left the facility overwhelmed, under-resourced, and severely understaffed. The abrupt cut in financial support, which primarily affected HIV/AIDS programs, has forced

April 7, 2025

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US Revokes Visas For South Sudanese Over Repatriation Conflicts

The US said on Saturday it would revoke all visas held by South Sudanese passport holders over South Sudan’s failure to accept the return of its repatriated citizens, at a time when many in Africa fear that country could return to civil

April 7, 2025

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Shock As Businessman Chris Rugari’s Son Dies In Mysterious Circumstances

Kampala businessman Chris Rugari is mourning the tragic and mysterious death of his young son, who reportedly died after falling from the second floor of the family home in Mutungo. According to sources close to the family, the incident occurred under unclear

April 5, 2025

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DFCU Floors Sudhir In Shs 8 Billion Rent Recovery Dispute

Dfcu Bank has secured a temporary victory in a legal battle involving over Shs 8 billion after the High Court stayed an enforcement order in a rent dispute with Crane Management Services, a company under the Ruparelia Group umbrella. Justice Steven Mubiru

April 5, 2025

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Flamboyant Police Officer Katungi Alex Remanded Over Harassment, Abuse Of Authority

The Kajjansi Chief Magistrates Court has remanded two police officers over multiple allegations of assault, harassment, and abuse of office in the Kajjansi and Entebbe areas. The officers, PC Katungi Alex and Assistant Inspector of Police (AIP) Hadali Keneth, are jointly facing

April 5, 2025

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Riek Machar Shuns Salva Kiir Talks As Museveni Ends South Sudan Visit

President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda concluded his recent visit to Juba, South Sudan, under a cloud of political tension, as a much-anticipated dialogue with First Vice President Riek Machar failed to materialize. The Ugandan leader, who was invited by President Salva Kiir,

April 5, 2025