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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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Cultural Crisis: Artistes Petition Speaker Among Over Deteriorating State Of The National Theatre

The Uganda National Cultural Centre (UNCC) has sounded an alarm over the declining state of the National Theatre, calling on Parliament to take urgent action to revitalize the facility. The appeal was presented to Speaker Anita Among on December 3, 2024, by

December 4, 2024

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ULS President Ssemakadde Files Motion To Dismiss DPP’s Private Prosecution Case

The President of the Uganda Law Society (ULS), Isaac Kimaze Ssemakadde, SC, has filed a motion seeking the dismissal of a private prosecution case brought against him by two lawyers, Byamazima Joshua and Tonny Tumukunde. The case, scheduled for hearing tomorrow at

December 3, 2024

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Drama In Court As Besigye Trial Stalls Over Licensing Battle For Defense Lawyers

The trial of opposition figure Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Hajj Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya, has been postponed to December 10, 2024, by the Makindye General Court Martial after a heated debate over defense counsel preparations and licensing. The adjournment follows a

December 3, 2024

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Ssemakadde Rejects Pheona Wall’s JSC Nomination, Calls For Democratic Leadership

President of the Uganda Law Society (ULS),Isaac Ssemakadde has strongly opposed Pheona Wall’s candidacy as the ULS nominee to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). In a scathing open letter released today, Ssemakadde accused Wall of undermining democratic principles and compromising the judiciary’s

December 1, 2024

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Anthony Kituuka Steps Down as Managing Director of Equity Bank Uganda

Anthony Kituuka has announced his resignation as Managing Director of Equity Bank Uganda, a position he has held since November 2022. His departure, which was confirmed in a statement issued on Saturday, comes after a decade-long career at the bank, including six

December 1, 2024

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Troubled Businessman Asiimwe Faces Imminent Jail As Forensic Evidence Confirms Forgery

Embattled city businessman and Company Director at Taifa Partners Limited, Emmanuel Asiimwe left Buganda Road Court on Friday afternoon sweating plasma after the principal witness from Uganda Forensics Laboratory giving expert evidence to confirm forgery and uttering false documents. During the fully

November 30, 2024

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Heart Breaking: I Was Kidnapped From Kenya-Frustrated Don Nasser Begs For Bail After Terrifying Prison Ordeal

Kampala businessman and socialite Nasser Nduhukire, popularly known as Don Nasser, has petitioned the High Court’s International Crimes Division to grant him bail, citing multiple grounds, including allegations of being kidnapped in Nairobi, Kenya. Nduhukire, who faces charges of aggravated child trafficking

November 29, 2024

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Liaise With Attorney General, Prime Minister To Amend 1964 Outdated Law- Among Tells Off Stuck Red Cross

The Speaker of the Ugandan Parliament, Anita Among, has called on the leadership of the Uganda Red Cross Society to work closely with the Attorney General and Prime Minister’s offices to initiate amendments to the outdated Red Cross Act of 1964. During

November 29, 2024

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Court Issues Warrant Of Arrest Against Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud

A judge in Somalia’s Jubaland State has issued an arrest warrant for President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, citing a series of grave charges including human rights abuses, corruption, and alleged ties to the Al-Shabaab terrorist organization. The warrant, signed by Dr. Muse Osman

November 28, 2024

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Forensic Evidence Bill To Regulate DNA Use To Enhance Criminal Justice-HamsonObua

The Ugandan government has introduced a new piece of legislation aimed at modernizing and regulating the use of forensic science in criminal investigations. The Forensic Evidence Bill, 2024, presented by Government Chief Whip Hon. Denis Hamson Obua, seeks to establish a framework

November 28, 2024

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