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In July 2024, Puglia, a region in southern Italy, officially implemented Regional Law No. 25, marking a significant step forward in the protection of LGBTQ+ rights. This law establishes comprehensive measures to ensure equal treatment for individuals regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics, reinforcing the region’s commitment …

In the application filed before the Supreme Court, jailed Geoffrey Kazinda contends that his lawyer and that of the Attorney General (AG) misguided and misinformed the court about the withdrawal of his application. Kazinda to Supreme Court: There are errors in AG appeal process Jailed former principal accountant in the …

The Annual African Descent Summit 2024  witnessed a momentous celebration as Rev. Eddie Jjumba, the senior pastor of Milliken Wesleyan Methodist Church, received the prestigious Humanitarian Award. The event, held at the Toronto Pavilion, honored Rev. Jjumba for his outstanding contributions to humanitarian work and social justice. The Summit is …

Uganda has once again rejected United Nations allegations that it is backing M23 rebels in the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo, following a summons of the Ugandan charge d’affaires by Kinshasa over the issue. Since late 2021, M23 has seized large swaths of territory in North Kivu province. A recent …

Uganda’s current political and social landscape is complex and fraught with numerous challenges, including prolonged military rule, suppression on freedom of speech, high unemployment, human rights abuses, inadequate infrastructure, rampant abductions and corruption, subpar health and education systems. As the public prepares to march to parliament on 23rd July, it …

Annual African Descent Summit 2024, hosted by African Descent Ontario (ADSON). This year’s summit carries a powerful theme: “Recognition, Justice, and Development,” and is scheduled to take place at the splendid Toronto Pavilion, 190 Railside Road, North York, Ontario, Canada, from July 17th to July 20th, 2024. This summit holds …

The Court of Appeal is poised to adjudicate on an appeal filed by the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP), contesting a High Court order that suspended the criminal trial of land dealer Muhammad Kamoga before the Magistrates Court in Entebbe, Wakiso District. In 2023, the High Court intervened, halting Kamoga’s …

SustainAbility Solutions (SS), a renowned consultancy specializing in organizational sustainability and efficiency based in Johannesburg South Africa has successfully concluded a comprehensive two-day assessment at the Uganda Muslim Medical Bureau (UMMB). The assessment focused on three critical domains: Procurement, Human Resources, and Finance, aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness and compliance. …

In a significant move, the Government of Uganda (GOU) is set to pay 199.83 billion UGX of the 247 billion UGX awarded by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This payment comes as a result of actions by certain individuals who plundered and …

In Uganda, a nation grappling with significant societal challenges amidst a relatively modest population of approximately 45 million, the structure and efficiency of its parliament have come under intense scrutiny. With over 520 members, Uganda boasts one of Africa’s largest parliaments, yet this abundance has not necessarily translated into effective …