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The National Unity Platform (NUP) is in mourning following the violent murder of one of its dedicated activists, Nimusiima Anselm, in Katenga, Mitooma District. The tragic incident occurred on Friday night, leaving the community and party members in shock and grief. Nimusiima, a 28-year-old boda-boda rider from Ishaka town, was …

In the past, senior army officers such as Generals David Sejusa and Henry Tumukunde, both heroes of the bush war that brought Muhoozi’s father President Museveni to power in 1986, have been court martialled for their utterances in the media or “using the wrong fora”. The Chief of Defence Forces …

In a significant development, the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the National Unity Platform (NUP) has approved the appointment of various leaders to act in key roles until the next Delegates’ Conference. The appointments mark another critical step in the party’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its organizational structure and further …

A Ugandan Lawyer Steven Kalali has petitioned the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) seeking a certificate of urgency to be issued for a case in which he sued the neighboring DRC over violation of prisoner’s rights is fixed for hearing as a matter of urgency. In his petition filed …

Mohammed Ssegirinya’s journey from a spirited radio talk show host to a celebrated city political icon is a testament to his resilience and dedication to public service. His story is one of grassroots activism, relentless pursuit of justice, and a deep commitment to his constituents. Early Days on the Airwaves …

 The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has found  ex-State Minister for Karamoja Affairs Agnes Nandutu with a case to answer in relation to the charges stemming from  receiving iron sheets that were  meant for the  vulnerable people of the Karamoja sub-region. Lady Justice Jane Okuo Kajuga  on Friday ruled that specifically, …

Measles outbreak has been confirmed in three districts of Nakapiripirit, Amudat, and Nabilatuk. Measles is an airborne disease that affects mainly children aged between 6 months and 10 years old. It is spread through air and contact with an infected person. Nabilatuk district has 111 accumulative cases registered between August …

Statement on Continued Incarceration of Journalist Richard Wanambwa. The Uganda Journalists Association (UJA) strongly protests the continued imprisonment of journalist Richard Wanambwa with an online site the Eagle, who has been in jail since December 11th 2024 on some slapped charges. Wanambwa was placed before the Nakawa Chief Magistrate Court …

 Lubaga Hospital has finally announced the passing of Muhammad Ssegirinya, the Kawempe North Member of parliament. In an official statement, the hospital says that Ssegirinya breathed his last at 12:10 pm. “Hon Ssegirinya has been under the dedicated care of our medical team at Lubaga Hospital. Despite all efforts to …

The sentencing of Counsel Eron Kiiza to nine months in prison for contempt of the Uganda People’s Defense Forces-UPDF General Court Martial presided over by Brigadier Robert Freeman Mugabe on Tuesday, has ignited widespread condemnation from members of the legal fraternity and beyond. Kiiza was representing Dr. Kizza Besigye and …