Ugandan authorities have arrested a suspected transnational criminal, Keith Mugisha, along with two Nigerian nationals in a coordinated security operation. The arrest was carried out by the Ministry of Internal Affairs following intelligence shared through Interpol and several public tip-offs. Th
Parliament has approved a Shs1.1 trillion Supplementary Expenditure Schedule No.5 for 2025/2026 to cater for the swearing in ceremony of President Yoweri Museveni, preparations for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 and elections of local councils, among others. The Minister of State
Key suspect James Eligu following his arrest on May 3, 2026 at Kagwara Landing Site, Serere District.Army officers attached to Lake Kyoga in Serere District have arrested two suspects accused of impersonating soldiers and soliciting money from fishermen.The UPDF sector commander in
Security agencies in Wakiso District have arrested a suspected member of a criminal gang and recovered a rifle believed to have been used in a string of robberies across the Kampala Metropolitan area.The operation, conducted in Nsangi and Kyengera divisions, followed a tip-off from residen
As veteran legislator Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda prepares to exit Parliament after 15 years, he reflects on his legacy of sharp debate and budget scrutiny while shifting focus to party building, mentorship, and farming beyond elective politics.After 15 years of outspoken debate, legislative s
Speaking at the Buganda Parliament in Bulange, Mengo Mayiga urged authorities to de-escalate political tensions following the election period.Charles Peter Mayiga has called for the release of Eddy Mutwe, citing lack of evidence.Mutwe is facing charges linked to alleged theft and po
Masaka City — National Resistance Movement (NRM) party cadres across Uganda have applauded the Party National Treasurer, Hon. Barbara Nekesa Oundo, for what they describe as a decisive improvement in the management of the National Treasury, which has strengthened mobilisation structures, improv
As our next leader who does not tolerate corrupt officials, and this leader is Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces, we do request you to start fresh investigations on the officials in the Office of the Prime Minister who shared Shs 9 billion meant for operations in Karamoja.
Refugee-hosting communities have raised concerns, warning that the newly proposed Protection Sovereignty Bill could frustrate humanitarian responses to the needs of refugees.Leaders in the area say Uganda's larger sections rely on external support, especially in matters related to the welf
There is an unwritten rule, supported by parliamentary precedent, that where substantial amendments are made to a Bill, that Bill must be withdrawn, redrafted, re-gazetted and reintroduced to Parliament at first reading.The rationale for this rule is that the Bill is no longer that which w
