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ULS Petitions Human Rights Commission Over Continued Military Trials of Civilians

ULS Petitions Human Rights Commission Over Continued Military Trials of Civilians

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has petitioned the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) over the government’s continued defiance of a Supreme Court order halting the trial of civilians in military courts.In a letter dated June 23, ULS President Isaac Ssemakadde accused state agencies of vi

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Ibanda District Chairperson Arrested Over Unauthorised Road Works

Ibanda District Chairperson Arrested Over Unauthorised Road Works

Ibanda District Chairperson Happy Herbert Mayanja was arrested on Monday morning and later released on police bond over allegations of unlawfully tampering with the Ibanda–Kagongo road, which is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Works and Transport.Mayanja allegedly directed the

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Africa Can’t Afford Silence in the Israel-Iran Conflict

Africa Can’t Afford Silence in the Israel-Iran Conflict

Even though the tension between Israel and Iran is brewing thousands of miles away, the ripples are undeniably hitting African shores. These two powerful nations have been locked in a “shadow war” for decades, and now, as things heat up, Africa must reckon with what this conflict means for ou

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Former Man Utd star given four-match ban after fight with security guard at Club World Cup

Former Man Utd star given four-match ban after fight with security guard at Club World Cup

Boca Juniors' clash with Benfica turned ugly on Monday as three players were sent off - including former Manchester United star Ander Herrera - who has been banned for four games after fighting with a security guardAnder Herrera has been handed a four-mat

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Sudden Defection: NUP Youths Join NRM in Opposition Stronghold

Sudden Defection: NUP Youths Join NRM in Opposition Stronghold

At least 20 youths claiming to be supporters of the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) in Kabembe Trading Centre, Mukono District, have 

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“Touching and Fatherly” - Museveni’s Surprise Stop in Mpigi Sparks Emotion and Debate Across Uganda

“Touching and Fatherly” - Museveni’s Surprise Stop in Mpigi Sparks Emotion and Debate Across Uganda

President Yoweri Museveni made headlines on Monday after an impromptu stop in Mpigi turned into an emotional encounter with local residents.During his journey through the region, the long-serving Ugandan leader unexpectedly stepped out of his heavily prot

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Kyagulanyi’s Term as NUP President Not Ending Soon – Mufumbiro Clarifies on Party Constitution

Kyagulanyi’s Term as NUP President Not Ending Soon – Mufumbiro Clarifies on Party Constitution

The Deputy Spokesperson of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, has set the record straight regarding party president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu’s term in office.According to Mufumbiro, Kyagulanyi is operating under the previous version of

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Not anytime soon – Fik Gaza states why a maiden concert isn’t top of his mind at the moment

Not anytime soon – Fik Gaza states why a maiden concert isn’t top of his mind at the moment

Is it long overdue for Fik Gaza to host his maiden concert? He thinks not.Fik Gaza is a force to reckon with, at least his die-hards would prove that to you with a list of their favourite dancehall jams that he has released in a short span.

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Govt Slaps New Taxes on Cigarettes, Beer

Govt Slaps New Taxes on Cigarettes, Beer

The government has announced new tax measures on cigarettes, beer, imports, and agricultural by-product exports in the 2025/26 national budget, in a bid to boost domestic revenue and harmonize with regional tax frameworks.Presenting the budget to Parliament on Thursday, Finance Minister Ma

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Veteran Pilot Killed in Air India Crash Was Months to Retirement

Veteran Pilot Killed in Air India Crash Was Months to Retirement

Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, a highly experienced Air India pilot, was among the 241 people who tragically died when a London-bound Air India flight crashed shortly after take-off on Thursday.He was just months away from retirement.Captain Sabharwal, 60, had logged mor

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