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Low-income earners to benefit from planned tax exemptions, says government

Low-income earners to benefit from planned tax exemptions, says government

Henry Musasizi (left) and Hamson Obua addressing the media at ParliamentThe Minister of State for Finance (General Duties), Henry Musasizi, has defended the proposed increase in the government’s total resource envelope, saying it is aimed at supporting key priorities for the 2026/27 fina

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Minister Musasizi: Teachers to Receive Phased Salary Enhancements, Fuel Prices to Rise

Minister Musasizi: Teachers to Receive Phased Salary Enhancements, Fuel Prices to Rise

The Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Henry Musasizi, has revealed that the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is expected to collect Shs 44.5 billion in taxes to support a proposed Shs 84.209 trillion national budget for the 2026/27 financial year.Musasizi also

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Uganda Parliament Passes Law to Expand Magistrates’ Jurisdiction

Uganda Parliament Passes Law to Expand Magistrates’ Jurisdiction

Committee chairperson, Hon. Baka MugabiKAMPALA – A new law aimed at increasing the financial jurisdiction of magistrates, enhancing sentencing powers and streamlining court procedures awaits presidential assent, a move lawmakers say will reduce case backlog at the High Court and improve

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Justice Dies in Darkness” — Ssenyonyi Blasts Court Media Ban

Justice Dies in Darkness” — Ssenyonyi Blasts Court Media Ban

There was commotion at Kawempe Chief Magistrate’s Court after the media was barred from using cameras and mobile phones during proceedings involving 21 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP).The group includes NUP Deputy Spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, Edward Ssebufu, also k

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Opondo labels Gen Sejusa a lame duck in fierce social media spat

Opondo labels Gen Sejusa a lame duck in fierce social media spat

The clash was sparked by Sejusa’s commentary on the speakership contest, in which he criticised individuals he accused of dismissing Norbert Mao’s chances. A heated exchange has erupted on social media between retired Gen David Sejusa, the former Coordinator of National Intelligence, a

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I’M NOT YOUR LEVEL: Gen Sejusa and Ofwono Opondo in Bitter War of Words Over Norbert Mao’s Political Algebra

I’M NOT YOUR LEVEL: Gen Sejusa and Ofwono Opondo in Bitter War of Words Over Norbert Mao’s Political Algebra

Former intelligence chief Gen David Sejusa and Ofwono Opondo are in a war of words over Norbert Mao.Norbert Mao, the Laroo-Pece MP-elect and the minister of justice and constitutional affairs, has sparked debate with his bid to wrestle the speakership from incumbent Anita Annet Among, the

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I’M NOT YOUR LEVEL: Gen Sejusa and Ofwono Opondo in Bitter War of Words Over Norbert Mao’s Political Algebra

I’M NOT YOUR LEVEL: Gen Sejusa and Ofwono Opondo in Bitter War of Words Over Norbert Mao’s Political Algebra

Former intelligence chief Gen David Sejusa and Ofwono Opondo are in a war of words over Norbert Mao.Norbert Mao, the Laroo-Pece MP-elect and the minister of justice and constitutional affairs, has sparked debate with his bid to wrestle the speakership from incumbent Anita Annet Among, the

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UMSC Nominates First Female Deputy Director of Sharia

UMSC Nominates First Female Deputy Director of Sharia

Sheikhati Zainabu Nakabugo has been nominated as the first female Deputy Director of Sharia at the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council, marking a historic step for women’s leadership in Uganda’s Muslim community.The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) has nominated Sheikhati Zainabu Nakabug

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Mao Invitation at NRM Caucus Meeting Sparks Bitter Gen. David Sejusa– Ofwono Opondo Clash as Speakership Race Turns Ugly

Mao Invitation at NRM Caucus Meeting Sparks Bitter Gen. David Sejusa– Ofwono Opondo Clash as Speakership Race Turns Ugly

A political storm has erupted in Uganda on social media after Justice Minister and Democratic Party President Norbert Mao was invited by the ruling party to address its parliamentary caucus ahead of the Speakership race, a move that has triggered a fierce and controversial clash between retired G

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Ministry of Works Launches Nationwide Review of Express Penalty System

Ministry of Works Launches Nationwide Review of Express Penalty System

The Ministry of Works and Transport has launched a nationwide stakeholder consultation to review penalties under the Express Penalty System (EPS), aiming to enhance fairness, compliance, and road safety under the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS). The review follows widespread public

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