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Ugandan civil society denounces ‘foreign agents’ bill

Ugandan civil society denounces ‘foreign agents’ bill

At a press conference, former cabinet minister Miria Matembe condemned the speed at which the controversial legislation is being pushed forward.“I have never seen such a controversial, widely controversial, rejected bill being rushed to be debated within two days… And you bring a bill

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AGAIN! Some Opposition MPs Given Shs100m Each to Vote Yes for Sovereignty Bill — Reports

AGAIN! Some Opposition MPs Given Shs100m Each to Vote Yes for Sovereignty Bill — Reports

Some opposition MPs were given Shs100m each to vote Yes for Sovereignty Bill, reports have emerged on the day Parliament is preparing to vote on the contentious piece of legislation. Uganda’s Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, which was tabled in April 2026, is presented by the govern

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Shock as thugs break into Bank of Uganda, steal key equipment

Shock as thugs break into Bank of Uganda, steal key equipment

Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects struck in the early hours of Monday, gaining access through a gate opposite City Square before entering the bank’s commercial offices, where they reportedly spent nearly three hours undetected.Bank of Uganda headquarters in Kampala (P

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Dozens Arrested in Security Operation in Central Kampala

Dozens Arrested in Security Operation in Central Kampala

Security forces have arrested dozens of suspects in a coordinated crackdown on alleged stolen mobile phone networks, targeting major commercial buildings in central Kampala including Mutaasa Kafeero Plaza, City House, and Kalungi Plaza.Security forces have arrested dozens of suspects durin

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Mayiga Urges Release of Political Prisoners, Blames Election Violence on Institutional Failures

Mayiga Urges Release of Political Prisoners, Blames Election Violence on Institutional Failures

Speaking during the State of Buganda Address at a sitting of the Lukiiko in Kampala, Mayiga emphasized the need for justice, accountability, and strict adherence to legal procedures in handling politically sensitive detentions.The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called on t

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Inside the KCCA Speakership Battle: Allegations Emerge of Secret Deals and Quiet Lobbying Targeting NUP Councilors

Inside the KCCA Speakership Battle: Allegations Emerge of Secret Deals and Quiet Lobbying Targeting NUP Councilors

Kampala, Uganda — Fresh allegations have surfaced within Kampala’s political circles, suggesting efforts to influence the upcoming Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Speakership race through behind-the-scenes lobbying of Lord Councilors.Sources within City Hall claim that a senior p

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Afande Gen Muhoozi, help us get rid of officials who ate Shs 9bn meant for Karamoja operations

Afande Gen Muhoozi, help us get rid of officials who ate Shs 9bn meant for Karamoja operations

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.

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Six Arrested as Police Foil Rising Night Robbery Wave in Rubanda

Six Arrested as Police Foil Rising Night Robbery Wave in Rubanda

Police in Rubanda District have arrested Six Suspects in an intelligence-led disruptive operation targeting suspected criminal gangs operating within Rubanda Town Council.The operation, conducted in the early hours of Sunday, 03/05/2026 between midnight and 05:00am, was led by the District

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Six injured, 3 trapped as Mbale City building’s fifth floor gave way

Six injured, 3 trapped as Mbale City building’s fifth floor gave way

The Society said the building’s fifth floor gave way. “Six people have been injured, and three individuals remain trapped under the debris.”In a statement, Uganda Red Cross Society they were alerted through the toll-free line at 2:17 a.m. “Within minutes, our ambulance teams workin

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URA Customs Official Under Scrutiny After Video Shows Roadside Confrontation with Civilian

URA Customs Official Under Scrutiny After Video Shows Roadside Confrontation with Civilian

Kampala, Uganda — Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is facing growing public scrutiny after eyewitness videos emerged appearing to show a senior customs official physically confronting a civilian during a tense roadside incident in an area reportedly associated with smuggling activities.The

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