By Earnest Kivumbi Benjamin – Updated at 1724 EAT on Sunday 06th April 2025 MUNYONYO- Uganda is proudly hosting the Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11), jointly organized by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Government of the Republic of Uganda. The Forum is held in…
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Museveni Appoints Arthur Mugyenyi as New ISO Boss.
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Arthur Mugyenyi as the new Director General of the Internal Security Organization (ISO) following the death of Brig. Gen. Charles Oluka on January 29, 2025. Mugyenyi, a seasoned intelligence officer from Kiruhura District, has served in various capacities within ISO since 2001, gaining extensive experience in intelligence operations and security…
Veteran Journalist Shaka Ssali Passes Away in the U.S.
Washington, D.C. – Veteran journalist and former Voice of America (VOA) broadcaster, Shaka Ssali, has passed away in the United States. He died approximately two hours ago after undergoing surgery, following months of battling an undisclosed ailment. Shaka Ssali, originally from Kigezi, Uganda, built an illustrious career in journalism while living in exile. He became…
US Embassy Staff Among Seven Dead in Kampala Floods.
Kampala, March 26, 2026 – Heavy morning rains have caused massive flooding across Kampala, leaving at least seven people dead and causing widespread destruction. Authorities fear the death toll may rise as emergency response teams continue rescue efforts. The devastating floods that hit Kampala early Wednesday morning, causing widespread destruction across the city. Authorities have…
MP-elect Nalukoola to Be Sworn in Tomorrow, Confirms Speaker Among.
Kampala, Uganda – March 25, 2025 The newly elected Member of Parliament for Kawempe North, Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola, is set to be sworn in tomorrow, according to an official announcement by Speaker of Parliament Anita Among. In a statement issued today, Speaker Among confirmed that the swearing-in ceremony will take place in her chambers at…
Nalukoola Declared Winner in Kawempe North By-election as EC Gazettes Results.
Kampala, March 13, 2025 – The Electoral Commission (EC) has officially gazetted the results of the Kawempe North by-election, confirming Counsel Elias Luyimbaazi Nalukoola as the winner. This declaration comes after weeks of anticipation following the highly contested election. According to the gazette notice, Nalukoola’s total vote count has increased by 175 votes from the…
FDC Leaders in Lira Endorse NRM’s Jane Ruth Aceng for Second Term.
Lira City, Uganda – In a surprising political development, leaders of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) in Lira have endorsed Minister of Health Jane Ruth Aceng for a second term as the Women Member of Parliament for Lira City in the 2026 elections. A total of 253 FDC members, including the party’s City General…
Court Issues International Arrest Warrant for ULS President Isaac Ssemakadd.
Kampala, Uganda – The Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has issued an international warrant of arrest for Uganda Law Society (ULS) President, Isaac Ssemakadde, after he failed to appear in court despite previous summons. Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi issued the warrant following Ssemakadde’s repeated failure to honor criminal summons and a prior arrest warrant. The…
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