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Serunkuma: Courts Don’t Fight Corruption, Politics Does

Serunkuma: Courts Don’t Fight Corruption, Politics Does

Nandutu’s case doesn’t help us. Fighting corruption is a political project. The courts don’t fight corruption; it is fundamentally political, not judicialPolitical analyst Dr Yusuf Serunkuma has ignited fresh debate on Uganda’s anti-corruption efforts, arguing that the fight agains

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Why Museveni Could Turn to Persis Namuganza for Speaker

Why Museveni Could Turn to Persis Namuganza for Speaker

In the intricate and often turbulent world of Ugandan politics, few figures embody the qualities of resilience, loyalty, and integrity as distinctly as Persis Princess Namuganza. As the nation stands on the cusp of a pivotal parliamentary leadership decision, the question arises: why might Presid

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Thrones wobble?

Thrones wobble?

The once-seemingly impenetrable fortress surrounding Speaker Anita Among is showing its first visible cracks. The first signs emerged months ago when Norbert Mao, the Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs, officially declared his intention to vie for the Speakership.Now, numerous

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French court to rule on Lafarge funding of Syria jihadists

French court to rule on Lafarge funding of Syria jihadists

Lafarge is accused of paying millions of dollars in 2013 and 2014 to jihadist groups and intermediaries to keep its plant operating in northern SyriaLafarge is accused of paying millions of dollars in 2013 and 2014 to jihadist groups and intermediaries to keep its plant operating in northe

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Mbidde Rules Out Mao’s Speakership Bid, Cites NRM Tradition and Cooperation Deal Limits

Mbidde Rules Out Mao’s Speakership Bid, Cites NRM Tradition and Cooperation Deal Limits

Democratic Party vice president Fred Mukasa Mbidde has cast doubt on Norbert Mao’s bid for Speaker, arguing that existing NRM traditions and the 2022 cooperation agreement with President Museveni offer no pathway for his endorsement, amid escalating political tensions around the race.Dem

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Canine unit tracks down motorcycle theft suspect in Adjumani

Canine unit tracks down motorcycle theft suspect in Adjumani

The arrest comes amid growing concern over motorcycle thefts, particularly involving boda bodas, which remain a primary source of livelihood and transport across Uganda.SP Collins Asea North West Nile Regional Police Spokesperson confirmed the report (Photo/File)Adjumani, Uganda: Po

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Bruno K appeals for full custody of son amid public disagreement

Bruno K appeals for full custody of son amid public disagreement

Bruno K has opened up about his ongoing disagreement with one of his baby mamas, Vanessa, expressing frustration over ongoing misunderstandings behind the scenes regarding their son, Seth Kigundu.During a TikTok Live, the singer emotionally appealed to the child’s mother to hand over ful

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Gen Muhoozi Says All Road Contracts in Uganda Require His Approval

Gen Muhoozi Says All Road Contracts in Uganda Require His Approval

Kampala, Uganda — Muhoozi Kainerugaba has stated that all road construction contracts in Uganda will now require his personal approval, a directive he announced through his official social media account.In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Muhoozi said the decision was final and would not

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BAD MANNERED ADOPTED CHILD: Norbert Mao Fires Back at Anita Among for Telling Him to Stay Away from NRM Bedroom — Remain in the Compound

BAD MANNERED ADOPTED CHILD: Norbert Mao Fires Back at Anita Among for Telling Him to Stay Away from NRM Bedroom — Remain in the Compound

Norbert MaoKYANKWANZI, UGANDA: The Pearl Times keeps tabs on the race for the speaker of the 12th parliament. The latest is that Norbert Mao has fired back at Anita Among for telling him to stay away from the NRM bedroom and to remain in the compound. Norbert Mao suggested that Anita Among

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Uganda fuel prices rise modestly amid global tensions

Uganda fuel prices rise modestly amid global tensions

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s fuel prices have edged up by around 5% amid rising tensions in the Middle East, but strong reserves and reforms in the country’s procurement system have limited the impact on consumers.Petrol and diesel remain below previous highs recorded b

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