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"Uganda Is a Republic, Not a Kingdom" Byanyima Tells Museveni, Criticizes His ‘King’ Remark

"Uganda Is a Republic, Not a Kingdom" Byanyima Tells Museveni, Criticizes His ‘King’ Remark

Winnie Byanyima, the Executive Director of UNAIDS and a well-known Ugandan activist, has strongly reacted to a recent comment made by President Yoweri Museveni.During a television appearance, Museveni reportedly described himself as a “modern-day king.” The

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Is Uganda's Opposition Opposing — or Profiting from the System?

Is Uganda's Opposition Opposing — or Profiting from the System?

In Uganda’s political landscape, opposition parties are constitutionally expected to provide checksand balances, speak for the people, scrutinize government decisions, and fight for justice where itis absent. This is not just a moral obligation but a constitutional duty enshrined

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Hundreds arrested as calm returns to Los Angeles

Hundreds arrested as calm returns to Los Angeles

An uneasy calm has descended over Los Angeles after the first night of a curfew lifted on Wednesday, as cities across the US brace for more protests.In Los Angeles, nearly 400 people have so far been arrested, including 330 undocumented migrants and 157 people arrested for

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Museveni Urges Army Officers to Promote Prosperity, Strategic Security

Museveni Urges Army Officers to Promote Prosperity, Strategic Security

President Museveni has called on UPDF officers and students undergoing various courses at the Armoured Warfare Training School - Karama, Mubende District to protect Uganda from the divisive politics of identity.The president says politics of identity undermines national unity, and urg

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PFF Criticizes Govt Spending on Heroes Day Celebrations

PFF Criticizes Govt Spending on Heroes Day Celebrations

The opposition political party People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has lashed out at Ugandan government officials for allegedly misusing taxpayers’ money during the annual Heroes Day celebrations, which are taking place today in Lyantonde District.In a press briefing held at their Katonga

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Colombia presidential hopeful shot in head at rally

Colombia presidential hopeful shot in head at rally

A Colombian presidential candidate has been shot three times - reportedly twice in the head - at a campaign event in the capital, Bogota.Miguel Uribe Turbay, 39, was attacked while addressing a small crowd in a park on Saturday. Police arrested a 15-year-old suspect at the

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Tanzania announces shutdown of X because of pornography

Tanzania announces shutdown of X because of pornography

Tanzania has decided to block access to social media platform X because it allows pornographic content to be shared, the information minister has said.The content was contrary to the East African state's "laws, culture, customs, and traditions," Jerry Silaa told a local TV

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Museveni Faces Tough Questions Ahead Of 2025 State Of The Nation Address

Museveni Faces Tough Questions Ahead Of 2025 State Of The Nation Address

President Museveni today delivers the 2025 State of the Nation Address at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, but unlike past speeches, this year’s event comes amid a deepening national reckoning over leadership transition, state accountability, and the future of Uganda’s democracy.At the centr

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Uganda Teeters on Edge as Nation Awaits Crucial Presidential Address

Uganda Teeters on Edge as Nation Awaits Crucial Presidential Address

Uganda’s political climate has grown increasingly volatile, marked by a surge in politically motivated violence, allegations of state-sponsored abuse, a fragmented opposition, and rising diplomatic tensions.As the country awaits a highly anticipated presidential address, concerns about n

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VP Alupo declares 2026 bid for Katakwi District Woman MP Seat

VP Alupo declares 2026 bid for Katakwi District Woman MP Seat

The Vice President of Uganda, Retired Major Jessica Rose Alupo Epel, has officially picked up nomination forms to contest for the Woman MP seat of Katakwi District during the forthcoming NRM Party Primaries.The short ceremony took place at the NRM Electoral Commission office along Kyadondo

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