As Uganda grapples with increasing environmental degradation, conservationists and political observers alike are emphasising the importance of electing leaders who are passionate about protecting nature. The intersection of politics and conservation is no longer theoretical—it is a pressing rea
Joseph Ssewava, a prominent figure in the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and a key ally of President Museveni, has announced his candidacy for the party's Vice Chairperson position for the Central Region, replacing Godfrey Kiwanda Suubi.Ssewava, known for his outstanding work in champi
A fresh legal dispute has erupted within Uganda’s rugby establishment after Kampala Rugby Union Football Club Ltd (KRUFC) accused senior Uganda Rugby Union (URU) officials of attempting to extort commissions and land during the sale of its property on Sports Lane, Lugogo.In a strongly wo
Pilgrims from the Northern Lango sub-region have finally arrived at the Namugongo Martyrs’ Shrines after a gruelling month-long walk, joining tens of thousands of other faithful preparing for this year’s Uganda Martyrs Day on Tuesday, June 3.Among those who welcomed an
Security is exceptionally tight at the Nakawa Magistrates Court this morning as veteran opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye returned for a crucial hearing.A heavy deployment of both regular police and the specialized Counter-Terrorism Unit is visible around the court premises.At leas
“We are not afraid,” one participant declared defiantly. “We will continue to speak, to organise, and to defend the space that belongs to all Ugandans.”Uganda’s civic space is under siege, civic leaders have warned, raising alarm over a growing climate of fear, repression, and im
Tempers flared at the Democratic Party (DP) headquarters in Kampala on Tuesday afternoon, as chaotic scenes erupted ahead of a scheduled press conference by party president general Norbert Mao.Party members forced their way into the premises, disrupting preparations for the event and promp
On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, the National Unity Platform (NUP) received a major political boost after seven Members of Parliament officially crossed over to the party.The move was announced at NUP headquarters in Kamwokya, where party president Robert Kyag
Government has finally accepted to address one of Buganda Kingdom’s long-standing demands by allocating UGX 60 billion for land compensation, as part of UGX 1.8 trillion supplementary budget tabled before Parliament’s Budget Committee, on Tuesday.
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