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Musicians I’m Tired Of You Storming My Home-Gen Saleh
In an unexpected turn of events,General Salim Saleh, the Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation (OWC), has voiced his frustrations with Ugandan musicians persistently seeking financial assistance and pitching unorganized ideas at his residence in Gulu City. This follows a wave of artists, led by figures like Ragga Dee, Buchaman, and OS Suna, who had…
ULS Calls On Law Council To Reconsider Martha Karua’s Application & Issue Temporary Practicing Certificate
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has formally called on the Law Council to reconsider its decision to deny Kenyan lawyer Hon. Martha Wangari Karua, SC, a temporary practicing certificate under Section 18 of the Advocates Act, Cap 295. In a detailed letter addressed to the Secretary of the Law Council, Ms. Margaret K. Nabakooza, the…
Just In: Police Officer Shoots Driver Dead Near Hotel Sheraton Over Traffic Dispute
Kampala was thrown into shock and confusion after a police officerNo. 55915 PC Bahati Charles reportedly shot and killed a mini-truck driver Julius Ssemwaka during a traffic altercation on Kintu Road near the Sheraton Hotel. The incident, which occurred on today in the evening at around 4pm, has left witnesses and residents outraged. Eyewitnesses claim…
Kigezi Teens Magazine 4th Edition Launched As Award Winners Are Unveiled
The fourth edition of the Kigezi Teens Magazine, themed “Empowering the Youth and Transforming Lives of the Young Generation,” was officially launched on December 21, 2024, at the White Horse Inn in Kabale, Western Uganda. The vibrant event, which attracted over 500 attendees from across the Greater Kigezi region and beyond, was graced by several…
ATMIS Hails Ugandan Troops For Weeding Out Al-Shabaab Terrorists
Ugandan soldiers serving under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) have been recognized for their critical contributions to enhancing peace and stability in Somalia. Troops from Battle Group 39, deployed as part of Uganda’s commitment to the mission, were honored in a ceremony attended by senior officials from ATMIS and the Uganda Peoples’…
Crisis: Police Officers Cry Out To Speaker Among,PM Nabbanja For Rescue As Several Miss December Salaries Ahead Of Christmas
A wave of frustration and bitterness has engulfed the Uganda Police Force as several officers face unexplained salary delays and deductions ahead of the Christmas celebrations. The crisis has prompted calls for immediate intervention by top government officials, including Inspector General of Police Abbas Byakagaba, Minister of Internal Affairs Kahinda Otafiire, Minister of State for…
I Have Been Secretly Working With FDC’s Dr Nabwiso & He Had Embraced NRM Govt -Museveni
The late Dr. Frank Nabwiso, a former Kagoma MP and seasoned political figure, was laid to rest in Mutai village, Jinja District, amidst remarks highlighting his contributions to national development and his evolving political allegiances. During the funeral, State Minister for Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, Ms. Persis Namuganza, delivered President Yoweri Museveni’s condolence message,…
Ugandans In Crisis As UAE Visa Amnesty Ends
As the UAE visa amnesty program officially ended in December 2024, thousands of Ugandans without valid documentation in the country face a dire situation. The program, which was initially introduced to help undocumented residents resolve their legal status or exit the UAE without incurring fines or facing penalties, has left many stranded after its expiration.…
RDCs Who Resign To Join the Politics Will Not Be Allowed To Return-Minister Babalanda
The government has firmly stated that Resident District Commissioners (RDCs) who resign to join the political race ahead of the 2026 elections will not be allowed to return to their former roles if their political ambitions falter. Minister for the Presidency, Milly Babalanda, issued this directive during a press briefing in Soroti City. Babalanda emphasized…
Uganda Law Society Demands Judicial Accountability On Complaints Against Judge Ssekaana
The President of the Uganda Law Society (ULS), Isaac Ssemakadde, has issued a stern directive to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), urging the body to expedite investigations into longstanding complaints against Judge Musa Ssekaana. Ssemakadde has set a deadline of January 15, 2025, for the findings to be published, warning of severe repercussions if the…