Women’s Rights Activists Demand Action to End Electoral Violence
The organisation called on media houses to give more visibility to women leaders and counter negative stereotypes that discourage female participation in politics.Women�...
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Menstrual Hygiene Concerns Take Center Stage Ahead of 2025 Women’s Day
As Uganda prepares to mark International Women’s Day 2025, activists led by Femme Forte Uganda have raised alarm over the persistent menstrual hygiene crisis affecting...
Human Rights Lawyer Accuses Government of Phone Surveillance After Leaked Audio
Lawyer and human rights activist Sarah Bireete has expressed concern over what she sees as an increase in cyber harassment in Uganda.In a post on her X account, Bireete a...
"Stop Spying on Us" Lawyer Sarah Bireete Warns Govt of Phone Surveillance After Leaked Audio
Ugandan human rights lawyer and activist Sarah Bireete has accused the government of illegally tapping phone calls and leaking private conversations to the public.She exp...
Exiled Lawyer Kakwenza Links Minister Tumwebaze to COVID-19 Fund Theft
Exiled lawyer and writer Kakwenza Rukirabashaija has strongly criticized Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa for promoting Emburara Farm Lodge, claiming the establishment was b...
AIGP Tom Mogambo Breaks Silence After Ugandan Accuses Police Officer of Death Threat
Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) Tom Mogambo has responded to serious allegations made by Comrade Kalali, who accused a police officer of threatening to kill...
Outrage After Pupil Dies in Victorious School Swimming Pool
A tragic incident at Victorious School has left Ugandans heartbroken and demanding answers after a pupil, identified as Kalama Juan, reportedly died while swimming. The i...
Judge Adjourns Besigye’s & Lutale's Case, Directs Authorities to Return Them to Custody
The judge presiding over Dr. Kizza Besigye and Obeid Lutale’s case has directed prison authorities to return the two opposition figures to custody.The session, which wa...
Uganda Prison Finally Sets the Record Straight on Dr. Besigye Eating Food Prepared by His Allies
The Uganda Prison Service has dismissed concerns about the safety of food provided to opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye while in custody.Speaking on the matter, Prison...
"They Left Me No Choice" Gen. Muhoozi Sparks Uproar as He Abruptly Withdraws Forensic Evidence Bill
AMPALA – Parliament was thrown into chaos after the Minister of State for Internal Affairs, Gen. David Muhoozi, unexpectedly withdrew the Forensic Evidence Bill, 2024.L...