Updated by HICGI News Agency at 1209 EAT on Friday 5 June 2026 KAMPALA, June 5, 2026 — The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has announced a nationwide recruitment exercise targeting 10,200 new soldiers, with military authorities placing special emphasis on science and technical qualifications while introducing stricter measures to curb corruption during the enlistment…
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Kagadi Leaders Demand Greater Recognition Following Cabinet Appointments
By HICG News Agency at 1319 EAT on Thursday 4 June 2026 KAGADI — Growing frustration is emerging in Kagadi District following the latest Cabinet appointments, which once again left the district without representation at the highest level of government despite its long-standing support for President Yoweri Museveni and the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM)….
Ugandan Content Creator Master Parrot Dies in Northern Bypass Crash
By HICGI News Agency at 1311 EAT on Thursday 4 June 2026 KAMPALA — Ugandan content creator and online entertainer Master Parrot has died following a road accident along Kampala’s Northern Bypass, a tragedy that has sent shockwaves through the country’s growing digital entertainment community. The accident reportedly occurred on Tuesday evening along the busy…
Low Health Literacy Threatening Africa’s Healthcare Gains, Nigerian Advocate Warns
By HICGI News Agency at 1254 EAT on Thursday 4 June 2026 As African countries continue investing billions in hospitals, medicines and healthcare infrastructure, a Nigerian public health advocate has warned that a lack of health education and pharmaceutical awareness remains one of the continent’s most significant barriers to better health outcomes. Favour Clement Idara,…
High Court Directs Commencement of Besigye Treason Trial Within a Week
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1150 EAT on Tuesday 2 June 2026 The High Court in Kampala has directed that the treason trial of veteran opposition politician Rt. Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye commence within a week, despite objections from the defence that it had not been afforded sufficient time to prepare its case….
IRA Urges Court to Throw Out Ex-Boss Kaddunabbi’s Suit Challenging Contract Renewal Decision
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1138 EAT on Tuesday 2 June 2026 The Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA) and its former board chairperson, Dr Isaac Nkote Nabeta, have asked the High Court to dismiss a judicial review application filed by the authority’s outgoing Chief Executive Officer, Ibrahim Kaddunabbi Lubega. The respondents argue…
National Unity Platform Fronts Late Nakimuli’s Sister Nampala for Kalangala By-Election
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1235 EAT on Friday 29 May 2026 The National Unity Platform has unveiled Irene Nampala, sister to the late Helen Nakimuli, as its flag bearer for the forthcoming Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament by-election. According to the party, Nampala emerged victorious from a pool of 14 aspirants…
Thailand Tightens Ebola Measures, Imposes 21-Day Quarantine on Uganda, DRC Travellers
By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1159 EAT on Friday 29 May 2026 Thailand Imposes Mandatory 21-Day Ebola Quarantine on Travellers from Uganda, DRCThailand has announced mandatory 21-day quarantine measures for travellers arriving from Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amid fears of further spread of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). The new restrictions,…
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