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ULS To Challenge Constitutionality Of Newly Amended UPDF Act To Try Civilians In Court Martial

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has announced plans to challenge the constitutionality of the recently enacted Uganda People’s Defence Forces (Amendment) Act, 2025. The controversial legislation, which was assented to by President Yoweri Museveni on June 12, has sparked fresh concerns among

June 17, 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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From Contaminated Dams to Clean Taps: St. Catherine Girls School Gets Fresh Water Through Hon. Jeniffer Muheesi’s Initiative

Kazo District Woman Member of Parliament Hon. Jeniffer Muheesi, in collaboration with Yoshuwa Living Water, a China-based company, has successfully completed a multi-million shilling clean water project for St. Catherine Girls Secondary School and the surrounding community. The project, which replaces contaminated

March 14, 2025

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Justice Lydia Mugambe Convicted Of Modern Slavery Offences

A United Nations judge has been found guilty of forcing a young Ugandan woman to work as a slave in her home in the UK. Lydia Mugambe, 49, who also serves as a High Court judge in Uganda, was convicted at Oxford

March 14, 2025

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NUP’s Elias Nalukoola Wins Kawempe North By-Election

Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola, the National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate, has emerged victorious in the Kawempe North parliamentary by-election, securing a landslide win with 17,764 votes. His victory fills the seat left vacant by the passing of former MP Muhammad Ssegirinya. The Electoral

March 14, 2025

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Col Chris Magezi Appointed Interim UPDF Spokesperson

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has designated Colonel Chris Magezi as the Acting Defence Public Information Officer (DDPIO) for a temporary period. His appointment, made by Major General Jack Bakasumba, follows the leave of Major General Felix Kulayigye, who is expected

March 14, 2025

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BMK’s Son Haruna Kalule Goes Into Hiding Over Shs 1.5 Billion Debt

A major financial dispute has erupted within the family of the late businessman BMK, as his son, Haruna Kalule Muwanga, has reportedly gone into hiding over a Shs 1.5 billion debt. The loan, originally borrowed some years ago, has accumulated interest, increasing

March 13, 2025

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Kabaka To Sue Minister Sam Mayanja Over Kaazi Land Title Cancellation

The Kabaka of Buganda, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, has instructed his legal team to initiate legal proceedings against the Minister of State for Lands, Dr. Sam Mayanja, over remarks and actions related to Kaazi land. In a statement issued by Buganda’s Attorney

March 13, 2025

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