Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, 80, has defended the controversial use of military courts to try civilians, following widespread criticism over the arrest and trial of opposition leader Kizza Besigye. Museveni argued that military courts were necessary to handle crimes involving firearms to ensure national stability, citing inefficiencies in the civilian judicial system. Kizza Besigye, 68,…
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Four Senior UPDF Officers Elevated to the Rank of Major General.
In a significant development within the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), four senior officers have been elevated to the rank of acting Major General and appointed as division commanders. This move aligns with the UPDF’s ongoing efforts to professionalize the force under its new establishment. The officers promoted include Brigadier Generals Stephen Mugerwa, Felix…
5 Billion Needed to Landslides Victims in Bugisu.
By Gordon Ssekandi – updated at 1022 EAT on Tuesday 11th Dec 2024 KAMPALA, UGANDA- GRO Foundatiom on Monday held an emergency forum to mobilize resources to support the Bugisu region landslides victims. The forum took place at Protea Hotel in Kampala. It was attended by Equity Bank, MTN Uganda, Intereligious Council, Masaba Kingdom Minister,…
The Pain and Tears of Supporting Uganda’s NUP Party.
Kampala, December 2024 — Abdul Matovu, a staunch supporter of Uganda’s opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) party, recounts harrowing experiences of abduction, torture, and the difficulties of life after release. Matovu, who recently spoke to Monitor in Kampala, revealed that he was abducted and held in captivity for a month by unidentified individuals. During his…
IGG Kamya Urges Churches and Mosques to Join Corruption Fight.
Kampala, Uganda – As the world marks International Anti-Corruption Day, the Inspector General of Government (IGG), Ms. Betty Kamya, has called for collective efforts to eradicate corruption in Uganda. Speaking during a congregation at Rubaga Cathedral, Ms. Kamya highlighted the complicity of some religious institutions in perpetuating corruption. In her address, the IGG pointed out…
Bank of Uganda Breaks Silence on Missing Billions.
Kampala, Uganda – The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has addressed growing concerns over the disappearance of billions of shillings in fraudulent transactions, revealing shocking details during a press briefing held on December 5, 2024. Deputy Governor Michael Atingi-Ego confirmed that two major fraudulent incidents had occurred, involving funds provided by the World Bank and the…
Arsenal Fan Shot Dead Celebrating Victory Over Manchester United in Uganda.
A tragic incident unfolded in Lukaya town, central Uganda, on Sunday night when a fan of English football club Arsenal was allegedly shot dead by a security guard while celebrating the team’s 2-0 victory over Manchester United. The victim, 30-year-old John Ssenyonga, died at the scene, while another fan, Lawrence Mugejera, sustained injuries and was…
UHRC Chairperson Urges Government to Expedite Law Regulating Evangelical Churches.
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) has called upon the government to fast-track the enactment of a law to regulate evangelical churches, citing concerns about the welfare of churchgoers. The UHRC Chairperson, Mariam Wangadya, emphasized the need for a regulatory framework during her recent address, arguing that public complaints about manipulative practices by some Pentecostal…
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