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President Museveni Advocates for Public Safety and Ethical Standards in Religious Healing Practices

President Museveni, while commissioning the new Temple Mount Church of All Nations in Kampala, emphasized the need for government oversight of religious healing to ensure public safety and ethical standards. He proposed verifying healing claims through professional health checks to safeguard against exploitation or harm. President Museveni, while commissioning the new Temple Mount Church of […]

Philip Rukikaire Tipped for Foreign Affairs Minister Role in 2026 Cabinet

Speculation is building around President Museveni’s 2026-2031 cabinet, with younger ministers expected to take on key roles. Ambassador Philip Rukikaire, known for his expertise in international relations, is rumored to be the next Foreign Affairs Minister. As the 2026 general elections approach, speculation about President Yoweri Museveni’s new cabinet is gaining momentum. Unlike in the […]

UHRC and UK Deepen Partnership to Advance Human Rights in Uganda

UHRC Chairperson Mariam Wangadya met with British High Commissioner Lisa Chesney on December 11, 2024, in Kampala to discuss strengthening human rights in Uganda. Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) chairperson, Mariam Wangadya, has held discussions with British High Commissioner to Uganda, Lisa Chesney, focusing on mechanisms for protecting human rights in Uganda. The meeting, which […]

President Museveni Praises Court Martial’s Role in Stabilizing Uganda

President Yoweri Museveni praised the Court Martial for its vital role in stabilizing Uganda, highlighting its introduction in 2005 to complement civilian courts overwhelmed by escalating criminal cases. He defended its use for trying civilians involved in gun-related crimes, emphasizing the need for swift action to maintain stability. President Yoweri Museveni commended the Court Martial […]

NRM Party Digitizes Membership Register for Seamless Card Distribution

The NRM party is digitizing its membership register to streamline the distribution of membership cards and improve internal processes. Maj. (Rtd) Awich Pollar, the Director for External Affairs, explained that the system will uniquely identify members by serial numbers, making the issuance of cards seamless once approved by the Central Executive Committee. Lango Data Centre […]

Uganda Gains Prominent Role in Africa’s Tax Administration Leadership

Uganda has been elected to the African Tax Administration Forum Council, with John Musinguzi, Commissioner General of the Uganda Revenue Authority, serving as the East African Community representative for a two-year term. Uganda has achieved a significant milestone by being elected to the African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) Council during the recently concluded General Assembly […]

Deputy Speaker Tayebwa Highlights Role of Sports in Strengthening EAC Integration

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa emphasized the role of sports in promoting unity and integration within the East African Community. He highlighted that sports activities help connect Members of Parliament from the EAC’s eight partner states, fostering closer collaboration in the integration process. The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, highlighted the role of sports as a significant […]

EU Reaffirms Commitment to Human Rights Dialogue with Uganda

The European Union pledged continued dialogue with Uganda’s government to uphold human rights during the International Human Rights Defenders Day 2024 celebration on December 9 at Speke Resort Munyonyo. The European Union (EU) has pledged to continue dialoguing with the Government to keep its commitment towards the respect, protection and defence of human rights. The […]

Minister Tumwebaze Advocates Regional Collaboration Against Locusts

Uganda’s Agriculture Minister, Frank Tumwebaze, joined eight other Eastern African ministers at the DLCO-EA session in Mombasa to strategize sustainable, collaborative solutions for combating desert locusts, which threaten regional food security. Uganda’s Minister of Agriculture, Frank Tumwebaze, has joined eight other African ministers to develop a coordinated strategy to combat desert locusts. The ministers are […]

Boost To Uganda’s Digital Transformation as Museveni Launches Phase V Of National Backbone Infrastructure

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni launched Phase V of the National Backbone Infrastructure (NBI) in Moroto, Karamoja Sub-region, marking a significant step towards expanding Uganda’s internet connectivity. This phase adds 5,845 kilometers of fiber optic cable to the 4,387 kilometers already laid, reinforcing efforts to enhance digital inclusion and drive socio-economic transformation across the country. In […]