Uganda news

The sudden cancellation of a crucial meeting with President Museveni via an SMS voice message has stirred frustration and discontent among Kampala traders, prompting a temporary closure of businesses. KACITA spokesperson Isa Ssekitto criticizes the unprofessional and disrespectful manner in which the meeting cancellation was conveyed, stressing the need for formal communication channels for such significant announcements. He shared a ...

The leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu alias Bobi Wine has called upon Ugandans to emulate Venezuelans in protesting Election malpractice. Widespread protests broke out in the South American country’s capital Caracas and other parts of the country. Many people are on the streets protesting the victory of the incumbent Nicolas Maduro Moros. It should be ...

A group of concerned Members of Parliament have expressed  their frustration with committees impeding the progress of private members’ bills, citing prolonged delays that hinder legislative advancement and representation. However some MPs  raised concerns that the majority of private members’ bills are facing obstacles, stifling legislative progress and limiting the ability to address crucial issues affecting their constituents. ” We ...

The police in Kampala have detained a young accountant and former vice president of Kyambogo University, Ms. Claire Namara, 25, following her participation in an anti-corruption demonstration at Rubaga Cathedral Church on July 28. Ms. Namara, who previously served as the 17th vice president of the Kyambogo University guild, stood in solidarity with fellow protesters, highlighting the issue of corruption ...

In a recent gathering in Masaka, tensions erupted as members of the Kirimya Kimaanya-Kabonera SACCO confronted their leadership regarding suspicions of fraud and mishandling of Parish development model funds. The meeting, overseen by Deputy Resident City Commissioner (RCC) Ahmed Kateregga Musaazi, turned into a heated exchange of accusations with SACCO members pointing fingers at the management for misconduct in fund ...