LOP Ssenyonyi Attempts to Block Second Reading Sovereignty Bill
An attempt by the Leader of the Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi, to block the the second reading of the controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 failed after a sharp...
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It’s the 5th of May 2026, just 7 days to the inauguration of president Museveni’s 7th term, he’s extending his grip to power to 45 years having grabb...
AGAIN! Some Opposition MPs Given Shs100m Each to Vote Yes for Sovereignty Bill — Reports
Some opposition MPs were given Shs100m each to vote Yes for Sovereignty Bill, reports have emerged on the day Parliament is preparing to vote on the contentious piece of...
NRM Caucus convenes emergency meeting to align position on Sovereignty Bill ahead of plenary
The ruling party’s parliamentary caucus has called a last-minute meeting to resolve internal divisions over the controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026...
Minister Kabbyanga Tells Journalists 'I Can Put You In' at World Press Freedom Day Event
Remarks by ICT State Minister Godfrey Kabbyanga at World Press Freedom Day celebrations in Kampala have stirred concern after he warned journalists against “arrogan...
PHILIP KARUGABA: Why The Sovereignty Bill Must Be Withdrawn
There is an unwritten rule, supported by parliamentary precedent, that where substantial amendments are made to a Bill, that Bill must be withdrawn, redrafted, re-gazette...
Britain Must Confront Its Past and Rethink Its Role in Africa
Uganda provides a modern case study of these tensions. During recent electoral cycles, figures such as Bobi Wine drew international attention, with Western governments in...
Parliament Passes National Teachers Bill Without Degree Requirement — But Teachers Who Violate Standards Now Face Five Years In Jail
Parliament has passed the National Teachers Bill after removing one of its most contentious provisions — a clause that would have made a bachelor’s degree i...
FABIO Uganda Engages Stake Holders on The Controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026
The First African Bicycle Information Organization (FABIO) a non-government organization involved in social transformation activities has engaged stake holders on the Con...
Anita Among the Queen of War! Does Norbert Mao Possess What it Takes to Crash Her?
Annet Anita Among’s political journey has been nothing short of a battlefield, where every step has been marked by decisive victories, strategic maneuvers, and an...