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Was 11th Parliament for or against the people?

Was 11th Parliament for or against the people?

After Jacob Oulanyah won a bitter race against Rebecca Kadaga to become the Speaker of the 11th Parliament in May 2021, he promised to preside over a “people-centred House.” When Oulanyah died in March 2022, Anita Among, his replacement, doubled down on the promise.In a four-part serie

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Mwesigwa Rukutana vs Naome Kabasharira: Old Rivalry Resurfaces as 2026 Elections Draw Closer

Mwesigwa Rukutana vs Naome Kabasharira: Old Rivalry Resurfaces as 2026 Elections Draw Closer

Rising tension in Rushenyi County, Ntungamo District continues to dominate political discussions as former area legislator Hon. Mwesigwa Rukutana renews his long-standing rivalry with the current Member of Parliament, Hon. Naome Kabasharira.Rukutana, who represented Rushenyi for more than

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US Launches Airstrikes on Venezuela as President Maduro Captured, Trump Says

US Launches Airstrikes on Venezuela as President Maduro Captured, Trump Says

The Venezuelan capital of Caracas and several other states were rocked by explosions and the sound of low-flying aircraft in the early hours of Saturday, as the United States confirmed it had carried out “large-scale strikes” against the South American nation.In a major flare-up of lon

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Leaders Push for Electricity Connection at Zombo’s Shs 2.6 Billion Modern Health Facility

Leaders Push for Electricity Connection at Zombo’s Shs 2.6 Billion Modern Health Facility

ZOMBO — Health authorities in Zombo District have called on political leaders and Members of Parliament to urgently lobby for the extension of national grid electricity to the newly commissioned Amwonyu Health Centre III in Akaa Sub-County, citing the need for reliable power to fully optimize s

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Uganda: Besigye Denied Bail for Fourth Time

Uganda: Besigye Denied Bail for Fourth Time

Veteran opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye and his aide, Obeid Lutale, have been denied bail for the fourth time, as court ruled that criminal proceedings should not be stayed before plea taking.Justice Emmanuel Baguma delivered the ruling on Monday, after it had earlier been scheduled

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Inside Uganda’s billion-dollar struggle to quit charcoal

Inside Uganda’s billion-dollar struggle to quit charcoal

Uganda faces a multibillion-dollar deadlock as charcoal remains the primary fuel for 82 percent of Kampala households.KAMPALA, Uganda — Behind the heavy scent of woodsmoke that hangs over Kampala every evening lies a multibillion-dollar economic deadlock. Despite a flurry of executive or

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Government moves to regulate Uganda flag over ‘misuse’

Government moves to regulate Uganda flag over ‘misuse’

Commissioner Seku reminded the public of the legal requirements, specifically citing the regulations that prohibit the hoisting of the national flag on private buildings without express government permission. Government has issued a warning regarding the management and display of the natio

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DEAN LUBOWA SAAVA: Here Is What UCC Boss Nyombi Thembo Wants Ugandans to Know About the Difference Between Personal Vendetta & the Commission Merely Doing Its Regulatory Work

DEAN LUBOWA SAAVA: Here Is What UCC Boss Nyombi Thembo Wants Ugandans to Know About the Difference Between Personal Vendetta & the Commission Merely Doing Its Regulatory Work

DEAN LUBOWA SAAVA: Here Is What UCC Boss NOn 24th December, UCC Executive Director Hon Nyombi Thembo posted a message on his X in reference to the private meeting he had had with close family members of the jailed journalist and online broadcaster Dean Lubowa Saava. Nyombi Thembo, who months earl

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Two suspected motorcycle thieves tracked, killed by mob on Christmas day

Two suspected motorcycle thieves tracked, killed by mob on Christmas day

SP Michael Kasadha, the Busoga East Police spokesperson confirmed the reportIganga, Uganda: Police in Iganga District are investigating a case of murder by mob action after two unidentified men suspected of motorcycle theft were tracked down and killed by angry residents on Christmas Day.

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‘We Couldn’t Afford to be Embarrassed’ – Museveni on Building Hoima Stadium Ahead of Afcon 2027

‘We Couldn’t Afford to be Embarrassed’ – Museveni on Building Hoima Stadium Ahead of Afcon 2027

Built on a 34-acre site on the outskirts of Hoima, the complex includes training pitches, athlete facilities, media zones, parking and security installations, and is designed to meet international and FIFA standards, officials saidMuseveni showcases his skills at the commissioning of the s

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