Hoima Police Block Peaceful Protest by Project-Affected Persons of East African Crude Oil Pipeline
Project-Affected Persons (PAPs) involved in the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project in Hoima were prevented by police from staging a peaceful demonstration in the city. The group, numbering around 300, had planned to march to the offices of…
Police Arrest Two NUP Youth Leaders Ahead of Gulu Regional Parliamentary Sitting
Police have arrested two National Unity Platform (NUP) youth leaders in Gulu City over an alleged planned protest against the upcoming regional Parliamentary sitting. The arrests occurred on Monday morning at the NUP regional offices in Pece-Laroo…
Dr. Mathias Magoola Files Lawsuit Against Equity Bank Over Shs 250 Billion Loan
City businessman Dr Mathias Magoola has defied payment of more than Shs 250 billion in accumulated loan to Equity bank Uganda and Kenya saying it was illegally advanced to him and calculated. Dr Magoola, the proprietor of DEI Biopharma Limited, has now…
The Fall of Uganda’s Ambassador to Canada, Joy Ruth Acheng
Recent controversies involving Ugandan diplomats, Joy Ruth Acheng, the High Commissioner to Canada, highlight significant issues regarding the appointment and conduct of diplomats. These concerns extend beyond administrative efficiency and reflect a…
March to Parliament: Uganda’s Anti-Corruption Protests Escalate
KAMPALA, Uganda — The streets of Kampala have been engulfed by a wave of anti-corruption protests that began on July 23, 2024, and continue to gain momentum. Dubbed the “March to Parliament,” these demonstrations are part of a broader…
Step Backward for LGBTQ+ Rights :Namibia’s Ministry of Home Affairs Introduces Bill Defining Marriage as Union Between Opposite Sexes
Namibia’s Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced a controversial new bill aimed at defining marriage strictly as a union between persons of the “opposite sex.” The legislation, introduced in Parliament, seeks to formally enshrine the…
Dozens Detained in Kampala Amid Anti-Corruption Protests
KAMPALA, Uganda – In defiance of an official ban on demonstrations, dozens of people were detained in Kampala on Wednesday after participating in anti-corruption protests. The detentions highlight the Ugandan government’s ongoing crackdown on…
Kyagulanyi’s Remarks on Circulating Information About Corruption Scandals
In recent statements, His Excellency Robert Kyagulanyi, known as Bobi Wine, has addressed the importance of disseminating information about corruption scandals in Uganda. Kyagulanyi emphasized the critical role of transparency and public awareness in…
South Korea’s Supreme Court Recognizes Same-Sex Couples’ Rights to Public Health Insurance Coverage
In a landmark ruling, South Korea’s Supreme Court has recognized the right of same-sex couples to receive dependent coverage under the country’s public health insurance system. The decision, celebrated by LGBTQ+ advocates, marks a significant step toward…
NUP Party Faces Obstacles in Bundibugyo Mobilization Tour
As the National Unity Platform (NUP) prepares for its upcoming mobilization tour in Bundibugyo District, reports of significant challenges have surfaced. According to party representatives, local authorities, including Lt. Col. Alex Nzirimu, the Resident…