The High Court International Crimes Division rules that Kwoyelo Thomas must answer to 78 out of 93 charges, including Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes related to the Lord’s Resistance Army rebellion. Loss of some counts is due to factors like death and relocation of witnesses.
Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCCA) Spokesperson Vianney Luggya stated that Entebbe International Airport has increased its capacity to hold 60-100 aircraft in anticipation of hosting the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and the Group of 77 (G-77) + China Summit in January 2024.
Uganda has reopened the Katonga bridge, destroyed by floods this year in May, with restoration and upgrades carried out by the Chinese Communications Construction Company. The bridge plays a vital role in connecting Uganda to Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Ugandan troops serving under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) handed over security responsibilities of Villa Somalia (State House) and Parliament in Mogadishu on December 17th 2023
President Museveni encourages Kakumiro residents to adopt Minister Byamukama’s successful four-acre model for commercial farming, emphasizing high-value crops and animal rearing. The President lauds Byamukama’s monthly earnings of sh60m and urges residents to follow suit.
South Sudanese refugees in Obongi district have expressed gratitude to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his welcoming policy during political turmoil. The refugees, based in Palorinya refugee settlement, referred to Museveni as a father for Africa and thanked the leaders and people of Obongi district for their warm welcome and land provision during a meeting with the RDC, Samuel Mpimbaza Hashaka, at Itula sub-county headquarters in Obongi district on Saturday 16th December 2023
Uganda has removed visa requirements for citizens of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as part of their East African Community (EAC) membership. Starting January 1, 2024, citizens from both nations can enter without a visa. The DRC government is expected to reciprocate.
Medical practitioners at the Panda Children’s Clinic launch in Jinja, Uganda, advocated for the need to prevent the spread of SCD by implementing mandatory testing, especially before marriage.
The Ugandan government has initiated the budget approval process for the financial year 2024/2025 by presenting the National Budget Framework Paper (BFP), totaling Shs52.7 trillion. The Minister of State for Finance highlighted key focus areas, including investments in people, infrastructure, peace, security, electricity generation, and disaster management.
Kampala City Capital Authority marked its remarkable success in securing the Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation with a joyous ceremony at the Serena Hotel. This prestigious award acknowledges cities that have shown remarkable dedication and ingenuity in tackling urban challenges.
