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Dr. Sarah Bireete set for court appearance today

Dr. Sarah Bireete set for court appearance today

KAMPALA, Uganda — Dr. Sarah Bireete, the executive director of the Center for Constitutional Governance, is expected to appear before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court on Friday following her arrest earlier this week.Deputy Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Luke Oweyesig

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What Is BitChat? Bobi Wine’s internet-free communication tool explained

What Is BitChat? Bobi Wine’s internet-free communication tool explained

BitChat is an internet-free messaging concept highlighted by Bobi Wine as a backup communication tool if online services are disrupted during Uganda’s 2026 elections.Kampala, Uganda: As Uganda heads into the decisive final weeks before the 2026 general elections, a new phrase has entered

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Uganda: Abraham Luzzi Calls for Transformational Leadership Reform in New Book

Uganda: Abraham Luzzi Calls for Transformational Leadership Reform in New Book

As Uganda heads toward another electoral cycle, national discourse is once again centered on leadership, accountability, service delivery, and the future of governance.Entering this space is Abraham Luzzi, an independent aspirant for the Kampala Central Member of Parliament seat, with a bo

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Museveni Pledges Shs1bn Boost for Mechanics’ SACCOs in Kampala

Museveni Pledges Shs1bn Boost for Mechanics’ SACCOs in Kampala

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has pledged to inject Shs1 billion into each mechanics’ Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisation (SACCO) operating within Kampala, in a move aimed at strengthening the informal automotive sector and improving access to affordable financing.The commitme

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Pastor Sserwadda Sparks Election Storm as Leaders Clash Over Voters Staying at Polling Stations

Pastor Sserwadda Sparks Election Storm as Leaders Clash Over Voters Staying at Polling Stations

A fresh political storm is brewing ahead of Uganda’s 2026 general elections after Pastor Joseph Sserwadda, a well-known Born-Again Christian leader, spoke out strongly against calls for voters to leave polling stations immediately after voting.Pastor Sserwadda, the Lead Pastor at Victory

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Gov’t opts for UGX 5M Cash Payout per Household in Cattle Restocking Programme

Gov’t opts for UGX 5M Cash Payout per Household in Cattle Restocking Programme

According to a 2024 report from the government assurance and implementation committee, there are 92,634 war debt claimants in Northern and Eastern Uganda. Out of the total claimants, the Acholi Sub-region has 16,946, while Lango has 42,024, and 33,664 claimants are in Teso.The government

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Kiteezi landfill collapse victims to get Shs4.3b compensation- KCCA

Kiteezi landfill collapse victims to get Shs4.3b compensation- KCCA

Members of the Safe and Dignified burial team from the Uganda Red Cross Society carry a body that was recovered from Kiteezi landfill garbage on August 14, 2024.Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has earmarked Shs4.3 billion to compensate families affected by the Kiteezi landfill collap

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How TIN Abuse Is Costing Uganda Billions in Lost Revenue

How TIN Abuse Is Costing Uganda Billions in Lost Revenue

A Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is a unique identifier issued to individuals and businesses for tax purposes. It is a cornerstone of effective tax administration, enabling the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to monitor taxpayers and enforce compliance.However, the misuse of TINs by s

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My Life Is in Danger, Says Dismissed Prisons Officer Lawrence Ampe

My Life Is in Danger, Says Dismissed Prisons Officer Lawrence Ampe

Former Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) officer Lawrence Ampe, who was dismissed from service earlier this week, has expressed fear for his personal safety, claiming that his life is at risk following his removal from the force.Ampe was dismissed for engaging in partisan politics after using h

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Government Sets Stage for Transparent Mineral Trade at Ntungamo New Market Centre

Government Sets Stage for Transparent Mineral Trade at Ntungamo New Market Centre

Ntungamo—On Friday 19th, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development under the Government of Uganda hosted a high-profile Mineral Markets Sensitization Workshop at the newly established Ntungamo Mineral Market Facility, marking a critical step in formalizing the country’s mineral value cha

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