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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

Agriculture Ministry Officially Takes Over UCDA, NAADS,CDO & DDA

The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF) has formally taken over operations from four major agricultural agencies: the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), Cotton Development Organization (CDO), National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS), and the Dairy Development Authority (DDA). This move
January 3, 2025

UPDF Officer Tragically Takes Own Life In Mpigi

A Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) officer has died by suicide, sparking renewed conversations about mental health challenges within the armed forces. The incident happened on Wednesday afternoon in Nakirebe, a location between Wakiso and Mpigi districts. According to initial reports, the
January 2, 2025

Deputy RDC Hajjat Nusura Nabukalu Perishes In Tragic Road Accident

Authorities in Mayuge District have launched an investigation into a fatal road accident that claimed the life of Hajjat Nusura Nabukalu, the Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Budaka District, on Sunday afternoon. The crash occurred around 4:30 PM in Musita Village,
December 30, 2024

Three Arrested in Entebbe Counterfeit Operation, $2 Million Seized

A joint security operation by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU) and other agencies led to the arrest of three suspects involved in a counterfeit smuggling scheme. The operation, conducted in Entebbe, Wakiso District, uncovered $2 million in counterfeit currency hidden in
December 29, 2024

Yalelo Uganda To Cough 176M For Director’s Contract Termination

The High Court in Kampala has ruled that Yalelo Uganda Limited, a prominent aquaculture company, must pay its former commercial director, Martin Kasasira, more than Shs 176 million as compensation for unlawful and unfair dismissal from his position. A four-judge panel from
December 29, 2024

Ugandans In Crisis As UAE Visa Amnesty Ends

As the UAE visa amnesty program officially ended in December 2024, thousands of Ugandans without valid documentation in the country face a dire situation. The program, which was initially introduced to help undocumented residents resolve their legal status or exit the UAE
December 22, 2024
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