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New law to compel drivers to fully pay off road crash victims

New law to compel drivers to fully pay off road crash victims

The Ministry of Works and Transport is drafting legislation to introduce accident victim assessors, a new cadre of professionals expected to quantify compensation claims and strengthen accountability for road crashes. Officials say the proposed law will empower assessors, also referred to

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Residents protest delayed compensation on Iganga-Luuka-Kamuli Road project

Residents protest delayed compensation on Iganga-Luuka-Kamuli Road project

Residents affected by the ongoing Iganga-Luuka-Kamuli road project have expressed frustration over delayed compensation, saying the uncertainty has disrupted livelihoods and left many families stranded.The affected residents accuse the Ministry of Works and Transport of failing to fulfil p

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BUSIA: NEMA Stops Construction of Mortuary in Wetland

BUSIA: NEMA Stops Construction of Mortuary in Wetland

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has stopped the construction of a Mortuary on a wetland at Buwambo village, Masafu ward, Masafu Town Council in Busia district.According to a NEMA statement issued today, Thursday, May 7, 2026, the joint operation of NEMA Mbale Regional

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Museveni uses Israel’s backing of Amin coup to defend sovereignty bill

Museveni uses Israel’s backing of Amin coup to defend sovereignty bill

Museveni used the Israeli and British support for Idi Amin’s 1971 coup against Obote to justify Uganda’s new sovereignty bill and warn against foreign interference.Museveni defended the sovereignty bill passed by NRM MPs on May 6, 2026.He said foreign interference in Uganda’s

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KCCA launches mandatory enforcement of building paving, painting

KCCA launches mandatory enforcement of building paving, painting

KCCA has launched enforcement of mandatory paving, painting and cleaning of buildings in Kampala. Teams will move around the city this week to identify non compliant buildings and engage owners. Authorities warned that failure to comply may lead to fines, imprisonment or closure of premises.

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MPs-elect accused of dodging service as election petition battles intensify

MPs-elect accused of dodging service as election petition battles intensify

growing number of Members of Parliament-elect are reportedly evading service of election petitions, raising concerns over access to justice and the increasing risk of cases being dismissed on technical grounds.Last month, the High Court in Gulu, presided over by Justice Phillip Odoki, allo

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Ex- Minister Kuteesa Loses Round One in Land Court Battle

Ex- Minister Kuteesa Loses Round One in Land Court Battle

The former Minister of Foreign affairs, Hon. Sam Kuteesa Kahamba is in deep sorrow after High Court sitting in Masaka dismissed his application in which he sought to compel Alice Nambooze Osaga to deposit a collateral security for costs in an ongoing land dispute.While delivering her rulin

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Parliament Warns of Diplomatic Embarrassment Over Shs3bn New York Mission Debt

Parliament Warns of Diplomatic Embarrassment Over Shs3bn New York Mission Debt

Lawmakers say unpaid utility bills and taxes at Uganda’s New York mission risk service disconnection and reputational damage abroad.Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee has warned that Uganda risks diplomatic embarrassment in the United States if government fails to clear more than S

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CDF to BoU Governor: Be careful with your statements

CDF to BoU Governor: Be careful with your statements

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has cautioned BoU Governor Atingi-Ego over criticism of the sovereignty bill, as concerns grow about its economic impact.Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba warns BoU Governor Atingi-Ego over his public comments.Atingi-Ego cautions that the sovereignty law could cause an

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Rushed Process” — Medard Ssegona Raises Red Flags Over Sovereignty Bill, Cites Procedural Gaps

Rushed Process” — Medard Ssegona Raises Red Flags Over Sovereignty Bill, Cites Procedural Gaps

Busiro East Member of Parliament and senior lawyer Medard Lubega Ssegona has raised sharp concerns over the recently passed Sovereignty Bill, questioning both the process and intent behind the legislation.Speaking during a live interview on NBS Television on Tuesday night, Ssegona argued t

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