Opinion: Museveni’s UGX 100M Pledge – Genuine Support or Election Gimmick?
Mr. Yoweri Museveni’s recent UGX 100 million pledge to journalists in the Busoga region, accompanied by a minibus for their SACCO, raises critical questions about the intention and timing of such promises. While support for struggling media practitioners…
Stop Harassing Journalists, Release Richard Wanambwa – UJA Demands Immediate Freedom for Jailed Journalist”
The Uganda Journalists Association (UJA) has come out to strongly oppose the continued incarceration of journalist Richard Wanambwa at Luzira Murchison Bay Prison where he has been confined since December 2024. Wanambwa who is attached to the Eagle…
Court Dismisses Nuisance Charges Against 14 FDC Katonga Faction Members Due to Lack of Witnesses
Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s court has dismissed common nuisance charges against 14 members of the former opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction. The charges were dropped on Wednesday by chief magistrate Ronald Kayizzi after the…
DPP Justice Abodo Rejects MP Proposal to Take Over Civilian Cases in Court Martial
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Justice Frances Abodo, has rejected proposals from Members of Parliament to take over cases involving civilians being charged before the Court Martial. Abodo cited constitutional limitations and the need to…
Eron Kiiza Refuses to Apologize for Release, Demands Military Accountability for Rights Violations
Eron Kiiza, the lawyer of Dr. Kizza Besigye, who was recently convicted and sentenced to nine months in prison for contempt, has vowed not to apologize to the general court-martial to secure his freedom. In an interview with Uganda Radio Network from…
NUP Leader Meets with UAE Chapter, Commends Efforts to Sustain Party Mission Abroad
Following a series of engagements in the United Arab Emirates, the leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), [Your Name], concluded the visit by meeting with key leaders of the NUP UAE Chapter. The meeting, held yesterday, was a significant moment to…
Bobi Wine Calls on Ugandans to Verify and Prepare for Protest Vote Against Museveni
In a powerful and impassioned address to the nation, Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has called upon Ugandans to take the first critical step in reclaiming their country by verifying their voter details and preparing to participate in…
Uganda Airlines’ 2024 Losses: A Reflection of Broader Governance Failures and Economic Challenges
In 2024, Uganda Airlines recorded a loss of UGX 237.854 million, marking a 25.6% reduction from the UGX 324.940 million loss reported in 2023. While this reduction might seem like progress, it raises broader questions about governance, leadership, and…
Uganda’s Military Leadership Crisis: Nepotism Over Merit
Opinion by Alexander Luyima Uganda has once again found itself at the center of international embarrassment due to the reckless and arrogant behavior of Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba. The most recent tweet from Mr. Museveni’s son, openly defying…
Youth Activists Urge Judiciary to Address Human Rights Violations and Military Trials of Civilians
A group of youth activists have called upon the judiciary to break its silence on human rights violations, particularly when Ugandans are prosecuted in military courts. The activists claim that the judiciary’s inaction and silence have enabled prolonged…