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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

Crime

Four Mbarara Police Officers Dismissal Over Dragging Elderly Woman In Mud

The Police Disciplinary Court in Mbarara has recommended the dismissal of four officers involved in a viral video that exposed excessive use of force during the arrest of Victoria Kabatoreine. The officers, identified as ASP Andrew Betunga, Detective Constables Darious Aharizira, Hope

December 14, 2024

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Exposed: URA Intercepts Nile Perch Smuggler With Phones Dodging UGX 1.9 Billion In Taxes

In a major win for the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), enforcement officers have intercepted a suspected smuggler attempting to evade UGX 1.9 billion in taxes on over 3,800 unregistered mobile phones. The arrest, carried out by URA’s elite Team One, followed a

December 13, 2024

Crime

Four Mbarara Police Officers Detained Over Violent Arrest Of Elderly Woman

The Uganda Police Force has taken action against four of its officers after a viral video showing a woman being dragged through mud during an arrest ignited widespread public outrage. The incident, which occurred in Lubiri cell, Mbarara City, has drawn harsh

December 13, 2024

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Supreme Court Rules Civil Courts Lack Jurisdiction Over Court Martial Appeals

The Supreme Court has delivered a significant judgment affirming that civil courts lack the authority to hear appeals arising from military court decisions. This landmark ruling was issued by a panel of five Justices, led by Professor Lillian Tibatemwa, in the case

December 12, 2024

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Dr Besigye,Lutale To Usher In New Year Behind Bars

Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Obed Kamulegeya Lutale, will remain in detention at Luzira Prison after being denied bail by the General Court Martial in Kampala. Their next court appearance is scheduled for January 7, 2025. During a hearing on December

December 11, 2024

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NRM’s Barbara Nekesa Champions Wealth Creation, Inspires Busia Community Through Faith-Based Fundraising Busia, Uganda – Ambassador Barbara Nekesa

Ambassador Barbara Nekesa, the National Treasurer of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), has once again demonstrated her unwavering commitment to community development. During a vibrant fundraising event held on December 8, 2024, at God’s Property Church in Busia District, Nekesa mobilized an

December 9, 2024

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Uganda Law Society President Isaac Ssemakadde Rejects Kakooza’s Nomination as JSC Representative

Isaac Ssemakadde, President of the Uganda Law Society (ULS), has vehemently opposed the nomination of Anthony Conrad Kakooza as the ULS representative to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). Citing serious concerns about Kakooza’s ability to uphold principles of natural justice, Ssemakadde declared

December 7, 2024

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Ssemakadde Insult Case: Legal Teams Lock Horns Over Jurisdiction and Rights

Buganda Road Court has postponed to January 17, 2025, the hearing of a case in which two lawyers accuse outspoken attorney Isaac Ssemakadde of allegedly insulting the modesty of Justice Jane Frances Abodo, Uganda’s Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Ssemakadde’s legal representatives,

December 5, 2024

Crime

Man Nabbed With Firearm & Explosives At Kisenyi Bus Terminal

Security personnel at Kisenyi Bus Terminal in Kampala arrested a man carrying a sub-machine gun and other dangerous items during a routine search on December 4, 2024. The suspect, identified as David Tumwine, was detained after security found a firearm, ammunition, pangas,

December 5, 2024

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Wanted : Court Issues Criminal Summons Against Former Rubaga RCC Burora Over Hate Speech

The Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has issued criminal summons against Herbert Anderson Burora, the former Deputy Resident City Commissioner (RCC) for Rubaga Division, following his failure to appear in court on Tuesday. Burora faces allegations of spreading defamatory information. The summons,

December 4, 2024

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