KAMPALA — As debate surrounding Uganda’s proposed National Sovereignty Bill gains momentum, fresh concerns are emerging over the low level of public awareness, with critics warning that many citizens remain dangerously disconnected from a process that could directly reshape their lives.
Following the recent burial of Kalangala District Woman MP Hellen Nakimuli, the parliamentary seat now stands vacant, awaiting an official announcement of the by-election roadmap. While authorities have yet to release details, early indications suggest that Eng. Marriam Balunga is positioning her
KAMPALA — City tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia has injected UGX 100 million into Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s high-profile “Run for Hope” birthday charity event, adding fresh weight to what many now see as more than just a fitness and philanthropy campaign.The event, held Sunday morning at K
Uganda’s heavy reliance on imported clinker—costing the country hundreds of millions of dollars annually—has long strained the economy and limited the growth of local industry.Leaders say the country has been losing up to 85 percent of the value of cement production to external marke
Parliament today approved and passed the 84.3 trillion shilling budget for the 2026/27 financial year, aimed at consolidating the NRM government’s achievements and promoting innovation. This comes at a time when national debt has risen, though it remains sustainable. However, the minority repor
In a dramatic political climbdown that has set tongues wagging across the country, Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among has moved swiftly to kill off talk of a 2031 presidential bid, declaring she will instead retire from active politics—sparking speculation of fear, survival instinct, and l
Gender Minister Betty Amongi has hit back at Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng over allegations of witchcraft in the Lira City Woman MP race, escalating a political feud marked by claims of electoral interference, misuse of security forces, and deepening divisions within Lango’s leadership.
The Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Hon. Joel Ssenyonyi, has challenged ICT and National Guidance Minister Chris Baryomunsi to ensure that calls for responsible conduct on social media apply equally to government officials, including senior military leaders.Hon. Ssenyonyi’s remarks f
Excitement is steadily building across Serere District as residents prepare for the swearing-in and installation of Woman Member of Parliament–elect Esther Lucy Acom, widely known as Ajokotau.Her victory in the recently concluded elections has energized communities from rural villages to
Parliament has passed the Lotteries and Gaming (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing a harmonised 30 percent tax on betting and gaming activities with a projection of an annual revenue increase of Shs24 billion from the reform.The Bill was first read on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 by the State
