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Protesting UNEB Examiners Force Management To Revise Allowances Over Low Pay

The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) is reconsidering its compensation model for examiners after a protest in December 2024 over low pay. Among the proposed changes is a requirement for examiners to reside in designated facilities throughout the marking period. James Kubeketerya,

February 9, 2025

Politics

Kawempe North Elders & PLU Endorse Hajjat Hanifah Karadi for MP Seat, Rally Support Ahead Of By-Election

The elders of Kawempe North have spoken out and endorsed Hajjat Hanifah Karadi for the vacant MP seat. During a gathering to pray for her candidature, the elders rallied all the people of Kawempe North to support Hajjat Hanifah Karadi in the

February 8, 2025

Big Story

MPs Query UGX 93Bn State House Budget For Donations & Vehicles Ahead Of 2026 Polls

Members of Parliament on the Budget Committee have raised concerns over State House’s request for UGX 93Bn, which includes UGX 83.03Bn for presidential donations and UGX 10Bn for purchasing new vehicles for President Museveni ahead of the 2026 elections. The request was

February 8, 2025

National News

Nicholas Opiyo Quits Chapter Four As Executive Director

Prominent human rights lawyer Nicholas Opiyo has officially stepped down as the Executive Director of Chapter Four Uganda, the organization he founded and led for years. His departure marks a significant transition for one of Uganda’s most vocal human rights advocacy groups.

February 8, 2025

News

Ssemakadde’s Fiery Speech That Sparked Tension With Chief Justice Owiny-Dollo

A dramatic confrontation unfolded at the 2025 New Law Year event on February 7 when president of Uganda law society Isaac Ssemakadde forcefully took the podium after being unexpectedly removed from the list of speakers. His exclusion, ordered by Chief Justice Alfonse

February 8, 2025

News

President Museveni Names Flavian Nzeija As New Deputy Chief Justice

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Hon. Justice Zeija Flavian as the new Deputy Chief Justice of Uganda, alongside a Justice of the Supreme Court and eight Justices of the Court of Appeal. The appointments were made in accordance with Article 142

February 7, 2025

Crime

Money Heist: Accountant General, BoU Officials Remanded Over 60Bn Fraud Scandal

The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has remanded nine high-ranking officials from the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Uganda (BoU) over allegations of orchestrating a Shs60 billion financial fraud. The accused face multiple charges, including money laundering, electronic fraud, abuse of

February 7, 2025

Security

Supreme Court Ruling On Military Courts Is Unacceptable-Gen Kainerugaba

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has criticised the Supreme Court’s ruling against trying armed civilians in military courts, calling it unfortunate and unacceptable. Speaking at the 44th Tarehe Sita celebrations at Kasasa Town Council Grounds in Kyotera district,

February 7, 2025

Sports

BLACK Teams Up With Stanbic Black Pirates To Redefine Fan Experiences & Community Impact

January 23, 2025 BLACK (blacklyf.com), Uganda’s first Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) audio and wearable brand, proudly announces its partnership with the Stanbic Black Pirates Rugby Club. This collaboration merges BLACK’s innovative electronics with the Pirates’ vibrant sporting culture to deliver unparalleled fan experiences and

February 6, 2025

Big Story

Untouchables: Furious Ugandan MPs Protest Finance Ministry’s Decision To Cut Parliament’s Budget By UGX 145Bn

A storm has erupted in Parliament as Members of the Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee strongly oppose the Ministry of Finance’s decision to slash the institution’s budget by UGX 145 billion for the 2025/26 financial year. The legislators argue that the reduction,

February 6, 2025