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Supreme Court Rules Civil Courts Lack Jurisdiction Over Court Martial Appeals
The Supreme Court has delivered a significant judgment affirming that civil courts lack the authority to hear appeals arising from military court decisions. This landmark ruling was issued by a panel of five Justices, led by Professor Lillian Tibatemwa, in the case of Lt. Ambrose Ogwang, a Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) officer convicted of…
Just In: President Museveni Promotes Five UPDF Division Commanders
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), has officially confirmed the promotion of five Division Commanders from the rank of Brigadier General to Acting Major General. This announcement was conveyed through the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and confirmed by Brigadier General Felix Kulayigye, the Director…
Judiciary In Turmoil: Embattled Judges Esther Kisaakye, Faridah Bukirwa & Lydia Mugambe Unresolved Controversies Leave Nation In Suspense
The Ugandan judiciary has refrained from making any definitive statements about the future of three female judges entangled in separate controversies, leaving the public and legal community speculating about their fate. Among them is Justice Esther Kisaakye of the Supreme Court, whose situation has sparked significant public concern. Kisaakye reportedly left Uganda, citing threats to…
Dr Besigye,Lutale To Usher In New Year Behind Bars
Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Obed Kamulegeya Lutale, will remain in detention at Luzira Prison after being denied bail by the General Court Martial in Kampala. Their next court appearance is scheduled for January 7, 2025. During a hearing on December 10, 2024, the defence team sought to have Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua lead…
Public Hearing: A People-centric Approach Of Setting Electricity Prices
By Ephraim Elijah The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) organizes Public Hearings to provide citizens an opportunity to voice their concerns, views, and opinions on electricity pricing. This participatory process, conducted under Section 18(2) of the Electricity (Application for Permit, Licence, and Tariff Review) Regulations, 2007, ensures transparency, accountability, and fairness in setting electricity tariffs which…
Bebe Cool Announces “Circumference,” First Single From Upcoming Break The Chains Album This Friday
The Ugandan music lovers are in for an early Christmas treat, as African music icon Bebe Cool has announced the release of his first single, Circumference, off his upcoming music album. Bebe Cool made the announcement at a press conference held at the Next Media Park in Naguru. The singer stated that Circumference will drop…
NRM’s Barbara Nekesa Champions Wealth Creation, Inspires Busia Community Through Faith-Based Fundraising Busia, Uganda – Ambassador Barbara Nekesa
Ambassador Barbara Nekesa, the National Treasurer of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), has once again demonstrated her unwavering commitment to community development. During a vibrant fundraising event held on December 8, 2024, at God’s Property Church in Busia District, Nekesa mobilized an impressive UGX 15 million to support the church’s ministries and local development initiatives.…
Top Cloud Rwenzori Adventures Launches History & Heritage Uganda Drive At Ewaffe Cultural Village
The History and Heritage Uganda campaign, aimed at promoting cultural tourism across the country, is officially underway following its launch at Ewaffe Cultural Village on Saturday by Top Cloud Rwenzori Adventures Limited. The campaign, unveiled during a function attended by representatives from the Buganda and Busoga kingdoms, Miss Tourism Buganda Jackie Nanyonga, and journalists from…
Statement In Response To Several Incorrect Online Articles Regarding The Trial Of Asiimwe Emmanuel In Criminal Case NO. 834/2023 At Buganda Road Court
“Shs 13 Billion Silo Project for Uganda Prisons mired in controversy” · “Asiimwe’s Innocence As Forensic Experts Fails To Link Him To Forgery” · “Taifa Partners Managing Latest Victim Of Predatory Money-lending” The general public attention has been drawn to three online stories purporting to report Court proceedings at Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court under…
Court Orders KCCA To Compensate Woman 35M Over Open Manhole Injuries
The Civil Division of the High Court in Kampala has ordered Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) to compensate Rebecca Mayanja Nalule with UGX 35 million for injuries sustained after she fell into an uncovered manhole along Jinja Road in 2018. Justice Musa Ssekaana ruled that the compensation would also carry a 15% annual interest until…