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Concerned Citizens Seek Forensic Audit and Investigations into Pilgrim Africa’s Alleged Misuse of Donor Funds and Illegal Land Acquisitions In Teso

We, the concerned citizens and stakeholders in Uganda’s development and justice sectors, issue this urgent public statement to draw national and international attention to a deeply troubling trend of abuse of trust, donor fraud, land grabbing, and political manipulation being conducted under

April 24, 2025

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Just In: ISO Chief Brig Oluka Passes On

Brigadier General Charles Oluka, the Director General of Uganda’s Internal Security Organisation (ISO), has passed away suddenly. He was rushed to Seguku Hospital on the evening of January 29, 2025, where he was pronounced dead. The news of his demise was confirmed

January 29, 2025

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France Commits UGX15 Trillion To Boost Uganda’s Development Across Key Sectors

The French government has pledged UGX15 trillion in investments to accelerate Uganda’s growth, focusing on key sectors such as oil and gas, water, agriculture, and education. The investment plan, announced by France’s Ambassador to Uganda, Xavier Sticker, will be implemented over the

January 27, 2025

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Ssemakadde Tasks Museveni To Institute Criminal Investigations Into AG Kiryowa Over Corruption

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has formally requested President Yoweri Museveni to initiate a criminal investigation into Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka over allegations of corruption, abuse of office, and conflicts of interest. In a detailed letter authored by ULS President Isaac Ssemakadde,

January 25, 2025

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ERA Unveils Key Reforms and Milestones Ahead of 2025 Electricity Sector Transition

KAMPALA — The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and efficiency as Uganda’s electricity sector undergoes significant reforms. Speaking at a media engagement held on January 24, 2025, at Golf Course Hotel, Kampala, ERA Chief Executive Officer Eng.

January 24, 2025

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Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and Daughter Sheena to Receive Presidential Honour for NAM and G77+China Summit Contributions

Mubende, Uganda – Ugandan billionaire and philanthropist Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and his daughter, Sheena Ruparelia, are set to receive national recognition for their instrumental role in the success of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77+China summits hosted in Uganda last year. The

January 24, 2025

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Deputy IGG Muhairwe Under Fire For Allegedly Torturing Police Officer,Grabbing Wetland

Deputy Inspector General of Government Anne Twinomugisha Muhairwe has been accused of environmental violations and misconduct in a case that has drawn significant public attention. The allegations involve the degradation of wetland areas, intimidation of a police officer, and abuse of authority,

January 24, 2025

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Court Orders Attorney General To Pay 236M Over Stolen Livestock

The High Court in Lira has directed the Attorney General (AG) to pay Shs 236,127,000 in taxed legal costs to Betty Akello and John Francis Ongia over livestock stolen by soldiers during the Lango sub-region insurgency. The ruling marks a significant step

January 22, 2025

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Untouchables: Shock As Uganda Loses UGX 11 Trillion In Mafia Gold Trade Exports

In a shocking revelation to Parliament this January, Uganda’s Auditor General, Edward Akol, reported that the nation is hemorrhaging UGX 11 trillion every year due to illicit gold exports. The findings have raised concerns about the state of Uganda’s mining industry and

January 21, 2025

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President Museveni Celebrates Uganda’s St Kizito High School at Zayed Sustainability Prize in Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI, 14th January 2025 – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni joined global leaders in Abu Dhabi to witness the prestigious Zayed Sustainability Prize awards ceremony. Uganda celebrated a historic milestone as St Kizito High School Namugongo emerged as one of the three

January 15, 2025

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Lawyer Kalali Challenges Eron Kiiza’s Sentence At East African Court

Renowned human rights lawyer Steven Kalali has taken legal action against the Ugandan government, filing a petition with the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) to overturn a nine-month jail sentence handed to fellow attorney Eron Kiiza. The sentence, issued by the

January 14, 2025

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