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The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has strongly condemned the recent statements made by Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, and Rakai Woman Member of Parliament, Juliet Kinyamatama. The legislators’ remarks, seemingly glorifying corruption and downplaying its seriousness, have triggered widespread outrage. During an event in Lwengo district, Kinyamatama defended fellow MP Cissy Namujju, who faced accusations of financial impropriety. In ...

Russian Minister of Defence Andrei Belousov and his US counterpart Lloyd Austin had a significant phone conversation on Tuesday to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as confirmed by Moscow’s defense ministry. During the call, the Ministers shared their perspectives on the current state of affairs surrounding Ukraine. The statement released by the ministry highlighted that the conversation was initiated ...

Uganda has solidified its position as the leading destination for Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) within the East African Community, as unveiled in the 2024 World Investment Report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). UNCTAD’s report attributes Uganda’s remarkable success in attracting foreign investments to its investor-friendly environment, specifically highlighting the ease of establishing businesses. Uganda’s adoption ...

In a historic event set to captivate the nation, the current Democratic president, 81-year-old Joe Biden, and his Republican predecessor, 78-year-old Donald Trump, will engage in a high-stakes debate in Atlanta, Georgia. This rare split-screen comparison of two formidable figures promises to shed light on their physical and mental prowess. The 90-minute clash, broadcast in high definition, will delve into ...

Former Kawempe South MP Hon Mubarak Munyagwa has said that Ugandans don’t understand a lot and that’s why President Museveni has been able to rule the country for this long. According to Munyagwa, Ugandans don’t have loyalty. They always switch from one party to another. This is why it’s taken so long to dislodge the current government from power. They ...