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At least 950 voters in three cells in the Nyendo-Mukungwe division in Masaka City are in panic over the mysterious deletion of their polling stations from the Electoral Commission’s registers. The affected voters are residents of Kinsadde, Bujja-Njeru located in Nyendo ward and Kitovu Hospital gate cell in Ssenyange ward. For …

Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, has presented a series of oversight reports scrutinizing government investments, raising concerns over how billions of taxpayers’ money have been allocated to projects with questionable returns.   The reports, tabled before Parliament, assess investments in Atiak Sugar Factory, DEI Bio Pharma Ltd, …

The Ugandan government’s recent approval of the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Policy is a landmark decision that aims to integrate pre-primary education into the formal education system. While the move is intended to standardize early learning and improve access, it raises several concerns, especially regarding the role of …

Subject: Choosing the Best Subject Combination for a Successful Future Dear Senior Five Students, Parents, and School Administrators, Congratulations to all students who have successfully completed their Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) and are now stepping into a new academic journey at the Higher Secondary (A-Level) stage. This is a …

On Tuesday, an aide from Besigye’s political movement, the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), told the BBC: “We believe he is protesting because he should not still be in prison – he should be home.” The detention sparked widespread condemnation and fears of a clandestine exchange of intelligence between the two …

Nicholas Opiyo, the founder and long-serving Executive Director of Chapter Four Uganda, has stepped down from his leadership role after more than a decade at the helm.   His departure marks the conclusion of an era defined by relentless advocacy for human rights, legal reforms, and unwavering commitment to civil …

The Uganda Law Society(ULS) is seeking to establish a demilitarization fund to help Ugandans in military courts to acquire justice. Anthony Asiimwe, the Vice President of ULS, speaking at the public engagement on Thursday, said that there are individuals in the military courts who are not visible and have no …

The proposed regulation to ban traditional attire like the kanzu and gomesi in Uganda’s Parliament raises serious questions about cultural identity, inclusivity and priorities in governance. Is It Really Necessary? Uganda, like many African nations, takes pride in its cultural diversity. The kanzu and gomesi are not just clothing; they …

The Trump administration’s move to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), backed by billionaire Elon Musk, is more than just a bureaucratic shake-up—it’s a reckless gamble with millions of lives at stake. For over six decades, USAID has been a cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy, funding critical programs …

Over the past few days, alarming reports have surfaced about a growing campaign to expose and deport undocumented Ugandans in the United States. It is deeply disturbing that this movement is allegedly being pushed by fellow Ugandans, turning against their own brothers and sisters.   A list of undocumented individuals …