In a significant move, the United States has imposed travel sanctions on four senior Ugandan police officers due to their involvement in serious human rights violations. The officers—Bob Kagarura, Elly Womanya, Alex Mwine, and Hamdan Twesigye—have been implicated in acts of torture, cruel, degrading, and inhumane treatment. Among their documented abuses is their role in…
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DP Bloc Eyes Mpuuga as 2026 Presidential Candidate.
As the 2026 elections approach, the Democratic Party (DP) bloc is actively considering former Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Mathias Mpuuga, as their presidential front-runner. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions about strategic alliances within the opposition, particularly following disillusionment with the People Power movement. At a recent event, Michael Mabikke, a prominent member of…
Tragic Loss for NUP as Deputy President for Western Uganda Passes Away.
Jolly Kyomugisha, the National Unity Platform (NUP) deputy president for Western Uganda, has sadly passed away. She died on Monday afternoon at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, where she had been receiving treatment for several weeks after falling into a coma. Kyomugisha was a dedicated social worker and a passionate politician. She joined NUP in July…
Police Intervene to Halt Lukwago’s Meeting with Wetland Settlers.
Kampala Mayor Erias Lukwago’s planned meeting with wetland settlers in the capital was abruptly halted by police on September 19, 2024. The police intervened, citing that the meeting was organized without the necessary permission from authorities. Lukwago had intended to address concerns raised by residents living in wetlands, particularly those affected by recent demolition notices….
NDA Recovers Stolen Drugs Worth Shs2b, Operation Uncovers Illegal Drug Trade.
In a significant operation led by the National Drug Authority (NDA), stolen government drugs valued at Shs2 billion have been recovered. The operation, which took place on September 13, 2024, involved a coordinated effort to address a major theft issue and illegal drug trade within Uganda. At a press briefing in Mbarara, NDA Communications Manager…
Students at Kyambogo University Protest 50% Tuition Hike.
Kyambogo University, Kampala – Students at Kyambogo University are staging protests against a recent decision to increase tuition fees by 50% for two specific schools: the School of Management and Entrepreneurship and the School of Built Environment. This fee hike does not affect the other programs within the university, where the tuition fees remain unchanged….
Onana Steals the Spotlight as Namboole Hosts Key Clash.
Uganda’s Namboole Stadium is set to shine as it hosts a significant fixture in the 2025 Nations Cup qualifiers. In recent years, the Ugandan national football team, known as the Cranes, faced challenges in securing a home venue, often playing their matches in countries like Morocco, Egypt, Tanzania, and occasionally Kenya. However, fortunes have shifted,…
Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei dies after being set ablaze by her ex-boyfriend.
Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei has died following an attack by her ex-boyfriend. who doused her in petrol and set her on fire. The 33-year-old Ugandan marathon runner, who competed in the recent Paris Olympics, sustained severe burns in the incident that occurred after she returned from church with her two daughters. Authorities in north-west Kenya,…
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