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Abbey Mwesigwa jailed in Dubai as Uganda initiates extradition process

Abbey Mwesigwa jailed in Dubai as Uganda initiates extradition process

The red notice—an international request to police worldwide to detain an individual pending extradition—signals a key step by Ugandan authorities to bring Mwesigwa to justice following a shocking investigation by the BBC.Charles Mwesigwa, a former L

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Judiciary Launches Annual Performance Report and Electoral Justice Compendium

Judiciary Launches Annual Performance Report and Electoral Justice Compendium

The Judiciary under the stewardship of Chief Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny - Dollo, today officially launched the Annual Performance Report for the Financial Year 2024/25 alongside a landmark Compendium on Enhancing Electoral Justice.The high-level event took place at the Supreme Court Bu

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Mabirizi’s Nomination Postponed Over Academic Certification Issue

Mabirizi’s Nomination Postponed Over Academic Certification Issue

Presidential hopeful Elton Joseph Mabirizi’s nomination has been temporarily deferred after the Electoral Commission (EC) flagged an outstanding issue in his documents.EC Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama did not specify the exact nature of the discrepancy.“Upon reviewing his

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No longer at ease: The continuing relevance of the Ssemakadde revolution in Uganda Law Society

No longer at ease: The continuing relevance of the Ssemakadde revolution in Uganda Law Society

I start with two apologies. First, last week, in the absence of the Dean and Deputy Dean of the School of Law, I had to dedicate substantial time holding fort in both instances – which allowed me an even greater appreciation of the burden that administrators s

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Case Hospital Fires Dr Kizito Over Presidential Bid

Case Hospital Fires Dr Kizito Over Presidential Bid

Case Medical Services has terminated the employment of Dr Deo Lukyamuzi Kizito, a surgeon at the facility, after he declared his intention to run for President in the 2026 elections.In a letter signed by Chief Operating Officer Ronald Akankwasa, the hospital said it was ne

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Confusion and Hope as Tororo Awaits Implementation of New Administrative Units

Confusion and Hope as Tororo Awaits Implementation of New Administrative Units

High expectations have given way to frustration and uncertainty in Tororo District after the much-celebrated announcement of new administrative units failed to materialize within the anticipated timeframe.In April this year, jubilation swept across the greater Tororo area following Preside

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Youth Leaders Warn Against Political Manipulation Ahead of 2026 Elections

Youth Leaders Warn Against Political Manipulation Ahead of 2026 Elections

Youth leaders have raised the alarm over the increasing political manipulation of young Ugandans ahead of the 2026 general elections, calling for peaceful and lawful participation in the democratic process.Makerere University Guild President, Churchill James Ssentamu, was among those who v

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Parliament Pressures Govt to Act on Trafficking of Ugandan Girls Abroad

Parliament Pressures Govt to Act on Trafficking of Ugandan Girls Abroad

Parliament has demanded that government urgently explains why Ugandans, particularly young women working abroad, continue to suffer trafficking, torture, and exploitation, with some losing their lives.The debate was sparked on Tuesday when Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, while opening the H

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NWSC Chief Urges Ugandan Engineers to Embrace Innovation and Self-Reliance

NWSC Chief Urges Ugandan Engineers to Embrace Innovation and Self-Reliance

Dr Silver Mugisha, Managing Director of the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), has urged Ugandan engineers to embrace innovation and self-reliance, arguing that homegrown solutions are vital for national progress.Delivering a keynote address at the 2025 Africa Engineering Week

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Parliament Approves Shs772 Bn Loan to Tackle Water Crisis in Four Districts

Parliament Approves Shs772 Bn Loan to Tackle Water Crisis in Four Districts

The Parliamentary Committee on the National Economy has approved a government request to borrow Shs772 billion to address long-standing water supply challenges in four Ugandan districts.The funds will finance the Strategic Town Water Supply and Sanitation Project in Kayunga, Mayuge, Kamuli

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