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Mao Demands Electoral Reforms After Kawempe North Turmoil

Justice Minister Norbert Mao has called for urgent electoral reforms in the wake of the chaos that marred the Kawempe North by-election. He described the events as a setback for democracy, highlighting weaknesses in the Electoral Commission, unresolved political tensions, and the

March 22, 2025

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CDF Kainerugaba Pilots Inaugural Meeting For Gen Aronda Nyakairima Memorial Lecture

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, chaired the inaugural meeting of the steering committee for the General Aronda Nyakairima Memorial Lecture at the Special Forces Command (SFC) headquarters in Entebbe. The meeting was attended by senior Uganda Peoples’ Defence

July 21, 2024

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UPC Hails Army For Arresting Fake Lieutenant Involved In Evicting Kakiri Residents

Uganda Peoples Congress (UPC) has applauded the Army for arresting the person who was impersonating a senior army officer and committing crimes in Kakiri and surrounding areas. Recently,UPDF arrested a fake Lieutenant identified as Adams Ssentongo, who was found wearing UPDF attire

July 17, 2024

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Whistleblower Tasks IGG To Probe Dubious Operations Of Kiira Motors, Block 20Bn Budget For Production Of Electric Vehicles

A whistleblower has petitioned the Inspector General of Government to probe the activities and block UGx 20 Billion from being arraigned to be given to Kiira Motors Corporation a state-owned enterprise established to manufacture electric-powered automobiles in Uganda with the government of

July 12, 2024

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Mukono PDM Boss Ntongo Jailed Over Theft Of Funds

Hadijjah Ntongo, the treasurer of Seeta Nazigo PDM SACCO, before the Magistrate Grade 1 Court of Nakisunga, Mukono District. The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU) has arraigned Hadijjah Ntongo, the treasurer of Seeta Nazigo PDM SACCO, before the Magistrate Grade 1 Court

July 11, 2024

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Lawmakers Squeeze Minister Muruli Mukasa Over UWEC Lifeline Extension Despite Merger

The Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has queried the move by the Minister for Public Service, Hon. Wilson Muruli Mukasa to extend the operational mandate of Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC). The functions of the UWEC are supposed

July 10, 2024

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Govt Commence Mass Distribution Of Digital Number Plates In November 2024

The Government of Uganda is set to issue digital number plates for all categories of vehicles and motorcycles in a phased manner, effective November this year. According to Jim Muhwezi, the Minister for Security, the government will start issuing registration plates to

July 6, 2024

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CDF Gen. Kainerugaba Pays Tribute To Late Colonel Lauben Mugenyi

The chief of Defence Forces General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has paid tribute to the late Col (Rtd) Lauben Mugenyi for his dedicated service to the country, the National Resistance Army, and subsequently the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), where he served in both

July 6, 2024

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Judiciary Refutes False &Misleading Comments Against PS Dr. Pius Bigirimana On Parliament

The Judiciary of Uganda has refuted media claims misrepresenting comments made by the Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Judiciary, Dr. Pius Bigirimana. The inaccurate reports suggested that Dr. Bigirimana questioned the legitimacy of Parliament’s authority to summon him for accountability purposes.

July 4, 2024

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UPC Urges Govt To Prioritize and Allocate Resources For LCs Elections

The Uganda Peoples Congress (UPC) has called on the government to prioritize the local government elections and resources should be allocated to that effect. This comes after a notice from The Uganda Gazette of 2° July 2024, the extension of the term

July 3, 2024

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BURSTED: Namayingo DPC Underfire For Taking Bribe to Sabotage New Sugar Factory

Namayingo, Uganda – Leaders and residents of Namayingo district are demanding the immediate transfer of their District Police Commander (DPC), Joseph Kamukama, following multiple accusations of bribery and corruption. The allegations claim that Kamukama has been accepting bribes and is connected to

July 3, 2024

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