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Uganda Law Society Breaks Political Neutrality, Endorses Bobi Wine Ahead of 2026 Polls

Uganda Law Society Breaks Political Neutrality, Endorses Bobi Wine Ahead of 2026 Polls

Uganda Law Society Breaks Political Neutrality, Endorses Bobi Wine Ahead of 2026 PollsThe Uganda Law Society (ULS) has formally abandoned its long-standing tradition of political neutrality, openly endorsing opposition candidates for the 2026 general elections in a move that has sparked de

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90 Suspected Criminals Arrested in City Festival Operations

90 Suspected Criminals Arrested in City Festival Operations

Meanwhile, Police Spokesperson Kituma Rusoke urged Ugandans to remain vigilant during the festive season, whether at home or while shopping, and to stay in contact with their local police. A suspect being arrested (courtesy photo)More than 90 suspected criminals have been arrested d

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UHRC Awards Sh160 Million to Victims in Mbarara Rulings

UHRC Awards Sh160 Million to Victims in Mbarara Rulings

The Uganda Human Rights Commission, or UHRC, Tribunal in Mbarara City awarded a total of Sh160 million to victims of severe human rights violations in two separate rulings delivered this week.The details of the second ruling were not immediately available, but the first decision, read by U

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In Tanzania, the law means electoral flaws can’t be challenged.

In Tanzania, the law means electoral flaws can’t be challenged.

A Tanzanian riot police officer walks past a vandalised campaign poster of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, following a protest a day after a general election marred by violent demonstrations over the exclusion of two leading opposition candidates at the Namanga One-Post Border crossing point betwe

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NRM tribunal rules against three ministers

NRM tribunal rules against three ministers

Minister Joyce KaducuThe National Resistance Movement (NRM) Election Disputes Tribunal has dismissed petitions filed by three incumbent ministers, effectively ending their challenges to the party’s primary results and confirming their rivals as the offi

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Judiciary Announces Court Holiday, Duty Judges to Handle Urgent Cases

Judiciary Announces Court Holiday, Duty Judges to Handle Urgent Cases

The Judiciary of Uganda has officially begun its annual court 

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Justice on the Line as Besigye's Six-Month Detention Challenges Rule of Law

Justice on the Line as Besigye's Six-Month Detention Challenges Rule of Law

Security is exceptionally tight at the Nakawa Magistrates Court this morning as veteran opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye returned for a crucial hearing.A heavy deployment of both regular police and the specialized Counter-Terrorism Unit is visible around the court premises.At leas

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FDC Vows to Challenge UPDF Amendment Bill in Court Over Human Rights Concerns

FDC Vows to Challenge UPDF Amendment Bill in Court Over Human Rights Concerns

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has vowed to drag the government to court if Parliament passes the proposed UPDF Amendment Bill 2025 in its current form, citing serious violations of human rights.Addressing journalists at the party headquarters in Najjanankumbi, FDC’s acting presid

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Parliament Faces Backlash Over Rushed Scrutiny of Contentious UPDF Bill

Parliament Faces Backlash Over Rushed Scrutiny of Contentious UPDF Bill

Parliament is under mounting pressure following a heated joint committee session where MPs voiced strong opposition to the hurried scrutiny of a newly introduced, 144-page bill.The Legal and Defence Committees, chaired by Baka Mugabi (Legal), were given until Friday to propose amendmentsâ€

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"We Will Not Tolerate This" Security Uncovers Assassination Plot Against Judicial Officer in Lubowa

"We Will Not Tolerate This" Security Uncovers Assassination Plot Against Judicial Officer in Lubowa

Security agencies in Uganda have increased their presence in the Lubowa Housing Estate after receiving a tip-off about a possible assassination plot targeting a high-ranking judicial officer living in the area.The incident has raised serious concerns abou

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