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DP In Turmoil As MP Lumu Petitions EC To Block Party Secretary Siranda From Unlawfully Amending Constitution

The Democratic Party (DP) is facing renewed internal strife after the party’s Deputy Legal Advisor, Richard K. Lumu, formally petitioned the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), accusing Secretary General Gerald Siranda Blacks of unlawfully modifying the party’s constitution without proper approval from DP’s

May 15, 2025

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M23 Rebels Pull Out Of DRC Peace Talks

The M23 rebel group has announced its withdrawal from scheduled peace talks with the Congolese government, citing international sanctions imposed on some of its members as a major obstacle to meaningful dialogue. The talks, set to take place in Luanda, Angola, were

March 18, 2025

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Speaker Among Calls For Action As Africa Loses $88 Billion To Illicit Flows

Speaker Anita Among has called for a fight against illicit financial flows that see Africa lose an estimated US$88 billion annually. The Speaker made this call while presiding at the African Organisation of Public Accounts Committee (AFROPAC) Conference and Fifth Annual General

March 18, 2025

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Inside Tycoon Sudhir’s Signature White Attire You Didnt Know About

For years, Sudhir Ruparelia, Uganda’s billionaire real estate mogul, has been recognized not only for his vast business empire but also for his signature white attire. Whether at high-profile business meetings, social events, or international engagements, Sudhir is almost always spotted in

March 17, 2025

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MPs Query 298B Supplementary Budget For Stalled Lubowa Specialized Hospital

Parliament has approved a supplementary budget of over Shs4 trillion to cover outstanding payments for road construction, security, and infrastructure projects. Among the allocations, an additional Shs298 billion has been approved under debt servicing for Lubowa International Hospital, a decision that has

March 16, 2025

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2024 UACE Results: How St. Kizito High School Maintained Its Lead

St Kizito High School Namugongo has once again made headlines for its exceptional student performance in the 2024 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) exams. Speaking to students and other stakeholders at the school on Friday after the release of the exams,

March 15, 2025

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NRM To Challenge Kawempe North By-Election Results In Court After Defeat To NUP

The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) is considering legal action after its candidate, Faridah Nambi, was defeated in the Kawempe North by-election by the National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate, Nalukoola. The election, held on Thursday, saw Nalukoola emerge victorious with 17,764 votes,

March 15, 2025

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Kagame Appoints Stanislas Gashugi Gashugi As New Special Forces Commander

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has appointed Brigadier General Stanislas Gashugi as the new Commander of the Special Operations Force (SOF), following his promotion from the rank of Colonel. The appointment takes immediate effect, replacing Major General Ruki Karusisi, who has been reassigned

March 15, 2025

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M23 Rebels Set Conditions Ahead Of Peace Talks With DRC’s Tshisekedi

M23 Rebels Set Conditions Ahead Of Peace Talks With DRC Government The M23 rebel group has outlined a series of demands ahead of the upcoming peace negotiations with the president of Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Felix Tshisekedi. The announcement comes after

March 15, 2025

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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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