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In a recent confirmation to the Washington Blade, the head of Uganda’s Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) stated that intersex Ugandans will not be included in the national census scheduled to begin on May 10. This decision has sparked controversy and concern among human rights advocates, as inclusion in the census …

In a decisive move, Mugaino Baker, the Acting Commissioner of Land Registration in Uganda, has issued new directives concerning a contentious land dispute involving the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). The dispute centers on allegations from customary landowners accusing NSSF of illegally possessing land, prompting the Commissioner to call for …

In a proactive step towards strengthening the healthcare landscape in Uganda, Muzamiru Kivumbi, the Executive Secretary of Uganda Muslim Medical Bureau (UMMB), accompanied by Wabusimba Amiri, the Advocacy and Communications representative, held a constructive meeting with Dr. Ivan Kisuule, the Acting Registrar of Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners’ Council.   …

Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, has issued a directive to the Minister for Presidency, Milly Babalanda, demanding a detailed report by Wednesday on the qualifications of the newly appointed Assistant Resident City Commissioners (ARCCs) and Resident District Commissioners (RDCs). The directive came after Joel Ssenyonyi, the Leader of Opposition, voiced …

Police successfully prevented a robbery at the Equity Bank Soroti Branch early Tuesday morning. According to a public notice from the bank’s management, the incident, though distressing, resulted in no loss of money, property, or lives. The bank has since resumed normal operations. The notice detailed that armed individuals attempted …

The High Court of Dominica has made a landmark ruling, declaring the country’s anti-sodomy law unconstitutional. This decision, announced via Zoom, marks a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ rights in the Caribbean, reducing the number of nations with anti-LGBTQ laws to 65. The case was championed by attorney Cara Shillingford …

During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, attention has been drawn to the harsh realities faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in Uganda. Research highlights that the LGBTQ+ community remains particularly vulnerable to sexual violence due to societal prejudice and legal challenges that marginalize their existence. This month serves as a poignant reminder of …

Mubende, a bustling town located in central Uganda, has recently been hit with a major blow to its economy. Its home to several Kombucha drink companies, which has been a source of employment and revenue for the town. The recent introduction of stamp duty by the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) …

This Saturday, 20th April 2024, Phanero Ministries International is set to host its seventh annual Men Gather conference at the Kololo Independence Grounds, with an expected attendance of over 40,000 men. This year’s conference, themed “The Priest,” aims to foster responsible fatherhood and enhance men’s roles in both spiritual and …

Joel Ssenyonyi, the Leader of the Opposition and Member of Parliament for Nakawa West, has achieved a significant educational milestone by graduating from the Law Development Center with a Postgraduate Diploma in Law Practice. The graduation took place during the institution’s 51st convocation ceremony. At just 37 years old, Ssenyonyi …