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Ugandans in Canada took to the streets in a passionate demonstration following an alleged assassination attempt on the life of Uganda’s main opposition leader, Bobi Wine (real name: Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu), during a confrontation with police in Kampala. Bobi Wine, a pop star turned politician and leader of the National …

Uganda’s main opposition leader Bobi Wine said he was “out of danger” and recovering at his home in Kampala, a day after he was shot and injured during a confrontation with police on the outskirts of the capital. Wine, who ran for the Ugandan presidency three years ago, was rushed …

Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has been injured in the leg in a confrontation with a policeman in uniform, his personal assistant has told the BBC. Najja Ssenyonjo said the pop star-turned-politician was believed to have been shot and was currently receiving treatment at Nsambya Hospital in the capital, Kampala. …

Uganda Muslim Medical Bureau (UMMB) continues to strengthen its impact on health outcomes across Uganda, recently visiting the Rwenzori region as part of the FLASH project. The UMMB team, which included Mugole Hamidu, Quality Assurance Program Officer; Namanjaa Zam, Finance Manager; and Amiri Wabusimba, Advocacy and Communication Specialist/Membership Manager, conducted …

The state has concluded investigations into the case against Achileo Kivumbi, the head of security at the National Unity Party (NUP) headquarters, highlighting ongoing human rights concerns in Uganda. Kivumbi, 42, has been on remand, facing charges of unlawful possession of defense stores, a controversial accusation that many view as …

The recent motion by Hon. Richard Lumu (Mityana South) seeking leave to introduce a Private Member’s Bill aimed at amending the law to allow the Leader of the Opposition (LOP) to be elected by members of the opposition has sparked significant debate within and outside Parliament. This motion is indeed …

The Uganda Journalists Association (UJA) has expressed profound discontent following the brutal assault of three journalists, David Ssekayombya from Bukedde TV, Isaac Tenywa, and Musisi Lwanga from Baba TV. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, has sparked outrage among the media fraternity and human rights organizations. The …

Journalists in Kampala gathered for a media orientation on HIV and PrEP updates, where they received the latest information on Uganda’s ongoing efforts to combat the HIV epidemic. Despite a 63% decline in AIDS-related deaths as of 2023, Uganda continues to record 730 new HIV cases each week, with young …

Two reporters from Bukedde Television, Mr. Musanje Robert and Mr. Serwanga Daniel, were violently assaulted on August 28, 2024. Their assailant, Mr. Didas Mugisha Nguma, the director of Junius Primary School in Nansana municipality, Wakiso district, is now a fugitive, with police in Matugga and Kasangati in hot pursuit. The …

Uganda’s political landscape has long been characterized by its hybrid system, a mix of parliamentary and presidential elements. However, the current debate over the election of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Parliament highlights a significant irony within this system. At the heart of this irony lies the National Resistance …