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Court Drops Terrorism Charges Against 36 FDC Katonga Members

In a significant legal victory for the opposition, the International Crimes Division of Uganda’s High Court has dismissed all charges of terrorism and treason against 36 members of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) aligned with the Katonga faction. The group had

May 8, 2025

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Court To Hold Nambi’s Kawempe North By-Election Petition Preliminary Hearing On April 30

The battle for Kawempe North’s parliamentary seat is far from over. Faridah Nambi Kigongo, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate who lost the hotly contested February by-election, will finally have her day in court as the High Court has scheduled a preliminary

April 29, 2025

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MPs Slam Parliamentary Commission Over Bloated UGX109 Billion Wasteful Budget

Members of Parliament have voiced strong criticism over the UGX109.256 billion budget proposed for the Parliamentary Commission, describing it as excessive and urging that the funds be redirected to more pressing national priorities. During a heated plenary session on April 15, 2025,

April 22, 2025

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MP Nalukoola Assembles 9 Legal Firms To Defend Contested Kawempe North Victory

Newly elected Kawempe North MP Elias Nalukoola Luyimbazi has brought together an impressive legal team of nine law firms to defend his victory in the March 13, 2025, by-election, which is currently under legal challenge. The legal challenge comes from Faridah Nambi

April 22, 2025

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25 Years Of West Nile Effort For Museveni: A Milestone Worth Celebrating

On Saturday, March 22, 2025, West Nile Effort for Museveni a pressure group founded by notable figures such as the late former Vice President Gen. Mustafa Adris and the late Hon. Col. Ibrahim Abiriga marked its 25th anniversary. This group was established

March 25, 2025

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Chairman Nyanzi’s Son Churchill Sworn In As MUK’s 91st Guild President

Makerere University has officially sworn in James Churchill Ssentamu as its 91st Guild President following his victory in the recently concluded elections. Ssentamu, who ran as an independent candidate, triumphed over John Bosco Rukundo of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and Ismaili

March 22, 2025

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JEEMA In Crisis As Kyamundu Plots For Overthrow Of Basalirwa

The Justice Forum (JEEMA) party is grappling with an internal leadership crisis as tensions rise over the prolonged tenure of its president, Asuman Basalirwa. Party spokesperson Ssentongo Kyamundu has announced plans to convene a delegates’ conference in July 2025 to facilitate Basalirwa’s

March 18, 2025

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Ugandan MP Carol Kamusiime Hailed for Leadership in Gender-Based Violence Fight

Women leaders in the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) have commended Ugandan MP Carol Kamusiime for her exceptional leadership in advancing the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) and advocating for women’s rights. As the 1st Vice President of the PAP Women’s Caucus, Kamusiime has

March 13, 2025

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2026 Updates: Hon. Jennifer Muheesi Leads Kazo District Opinion Polls as Voters Express Strong Support

Kazo District, Uganda — As the 2026 parliamentary elections draw closer, Hon. Jennifer Abaho Muheesi has emerged as the frontrunner in opinion polls conducted across Kazo District. In a recent survey, conducted by a team visiting within the district, Muheesi has garnered

February 24, 2025

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Just In: NUP Endorses Nalukoola Luyimbazi For Kawempe North By-Election

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has officially named Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola as its candidate for the upcoming Kawempe North parliamentary by-election. The party’s electoral commission, based in Makerere Kavule, confirmed his selection following a highly competitive internal vetting process. Nalukoola, a seasoned

February 11, 2025

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Kawempe North Elders & PLU Endorse Hajjat Hanifah Karadi for MP Seat, Rally Support Ahead Of By-Election

The elders of Kawempe North have spoken out and endorsed Hajjat Hanifah Karadi for the vacant MP seat. During a gathering to pray for her candidature, the elders rallied all the people of Kawempe North to support Hajjat Hanifah Karadi in the

February 8, 2025

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