In a despicable turn of events, the police and military have today unleashed a savage attack on Hon. Susan Mugabi Nakaziba, the esteemed Woman Member of Parliament for Buvuma District and a leading member of the National Unity Platform. This heinous act of gruesome violence has left her in a …
Read More »Religious Leaders Urge Dialogue to End Persecution of Political Opponents
In a recent joint statement, religious leaders across Uganda have come together to advocate for dialogue as a means to resolve political conflicts and put an end to the persecution of political opponents. The statement, issued amidst a backdrop of escalating political tensions in the country, highlights the critical role …
Read More »Makerere disqualifies NUP candidate from guild presidential race
Makerere Guild Electoral Commission has disqualified the National Unity Platform Candidate in the forthcoming University Guild Presidential Elections over the alleged involvement in a political debate that turned violent injuring a student in the process. Ms Margaret Nattabi (NUP) was disqualified alongside Mr Suleiman Namwoza (Independent NUP leaning candidate) for …
Read More »KASESE : Police arrest 5 NUP members
Police in Kyenjojo District in western Uganda Thursday arrested five members of the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP), accusing them of holding an illegal assembly without security clearance. The five NUP members facing charges of holding and participating in an illegal assembly include Ephraim Gumisiriza, Juliet Nabayaga, Clash Kiwalabye, George …
Read More »Two injured, 5 detained as police disperse NUP meeting
In a recent incident in western Uganda, tensions flared as police dispersed a meeting organized by the National Unity Platform (NUP), resulting in injuries and detentions. The gathering, intended to be a forum for political discussion, quickly turned chaotic as law enforcement officers intervened, leading to clashes between attendees and …
Read More »Inter-Parliamentary Union condemns attack On NUP MP Susan Mugabi
The IPU vehemently condemns the violent attack against Ugandan opposition MP, Susan Mugabi that took place on 21 April. According to the information received by the IPU, Ms. Mugabi was allegedly assaulted by the police, leaving her in a critical condition in hospital. Any physical attack on a parliamentarian is …
Read More »Court Martial bails 4 of 32 jailed NUP supporters
The General Court Martial in Makindye has released four people out of the 32 National Unity Platform (NUP) party supporters currently on remand at Kitalya Prison on charges of unlawful possession of 13 pieces of explosive devices. The four supporters granted bail include Ronald Mayiga, Richard Njobi, Kenneth Kamya and …
Read More »President Kyagulanyi Ssentamu Robert’s Remarks at the launch of our parliamentary front’s alternative budget proposals for the next financial year
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Read More »Uganda’s Anti-LGBTQ Bill Sparks Fear and Uncertainty Among LGBTQ Community
Frank Mugisha, the executive director of Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG) and a prominent gay rights activist, finds himself inundated with desperate pleas for help on a daily basis. “People want my intervention,” he says, reflecting on the hundreds of messages flooding his inbox. “I get so many WhatsApp messages – …
Read More »Uganda’s Anti-Gay Bill Threatens to Criminalize HIV Programs, Activists Warn
The introduction of Uganda’s anti-gay bill has raised alarms among activists, who warn that it could criminalize vital HIV prevention and treatment programs in the country. The bill proposes harsh penalties for individuals engaged in same-sex relationships, including life imprisonment. Activists argue that such legislation not only violates fundamental human …
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