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11 Jun '26
tense exchange unfolded in Parliament on Wednesday, June 10, as Nakawa West MP and Leader of Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi demanded accountability over the continued disappearance of National Unity Platform (NUP) associate John Bosco Kibalama, who has been missing since 2019.Raising the matter
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11 Jun '26
The Church of Uganda is preparing for a major leadership transition as Archbishop Stephen Kaziimba approaches retirement in August next year.Kaziimba is expected to retire on August 14, 2027, a day before his 65th birthday. His departure will pave the way for the election of the Church of
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11 Jun '26
Uganda’s income per person is projected to rise to USD 1,420 (about Shs5.1 million) in the current financial year, Finance Minister Henry Musasizi announced Thursday, a milestone that underscores the country’s steady economic expansion ahead of the anticipated oil era.Presenting the 20
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11 Jun '26
Presenting the national budget before Parliament on June 11, 2026, Finance Minister Henry Musasizi said the country's economic outlook remains strong, supported by low inflation, rising exports, growing investment and increasing business confidence.Musasizi projects Uganda's economy will g
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11 Jun '26
Parliament of Uganda has administered the oath of allegiance and the oath of Member of Parliament to 18 newly appointed ministers, formally enabling them to serve as ex officio Members of the 12th Parliament in accordance with the Constitution.The swearing-in ceremony, conducted in the Hou
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11 Jun '26
Suspected gang arrested in Mbarara CityPolice in Mbarara have arrested three suspects believed to be part of criminal gangs that have been terrorizing residents in the city.The City Police Commander, Kenneth Kabwigo said the suspects were found in possession of narcotic substances,
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11 Jun '26
The vehicle had been fully covered with an orange tarpaulin and attracted suspicion from officers conducting a motorcycle patrol along the highway.The three cows were found concealed under a tarpaulin on the Toyota LiteAce vehicle which was recovered by police after suspects abandoned it a
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09 Jun '26
President MuseveniPresident Museveni ordered a comprehensive investigation into the management and distribution of Shs231 billion earmarked as Akasiimo (ex-gratia gratuity) for military veterans.Speaking from State Lodge Nakasero during the Heroes’ Day celebrations, Mr Museveni sa
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09 Jun '26
Kampala Lord Mayor Engineer Ronald Balimwezo has revealed that the Kampala Capital City Authority Council (KCCA) has formally written to the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) seeking a one month suspension of the ongoing demolition exercise targeting wetland areas.Speaking a
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09 Jun '26
Nearly a month after dramatic security raids on the homes and businesses linked to former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among, pressure is mounting on the government and security agencies to publicly explain the allegations that triggered the operation and her subsequent incommunicado detention fro