Uganda Communications Commission- UCC on Tuesday held an Annual Media Convention at Makerere University one of Africa’s most influential and oldest university. Several Media Houses including HICGI News Agency were invited. Hon. Nyombi Thembo, UCC Executive Director a Keynote Speaker discussed how the rise of social media and digital platforms have revolutionized news & information…
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Bobi Wine Hurt in Altercation with Police.
Kampala, September 4, 2024 — Ugandan opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has been hospitalized following a confrontation with security forces. The incident occurred on September 3, 2024, in Wakiso District, where clashes erupted between police officers and supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP). According to reports, Bobi Wine sustained injuries…
Three Anti-Corruption Protestors Remanded for Parliament Disruption.
Three anti-corruption protestors, Norah Kobusingye, Praise Aloikin Opoloje, and Kemitoma Kyenzibo, have been remanded. In custody after a dramatic protest at Parliament. The trio appeared before Chief Magistrate Mr. Ronald Kayiizi at Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court. They are charged with being a common nuisance, as defined under section 148(1) of the Penal Code Act….
Museveni Accuses Kenya’s Babu Owino of Colluding with Political Opponents.
In a recent statement, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has accused Babu Owino, a prominent Kenyan politician, of engaging in activities that undermine his political interests. Museveni, who claims to be well-versed in intelligence matters, suggested that Owino has been involved in dealings with groups opposed to his National Resistance Movement (NRM) party. Museveni’s remarks came…
Former Ugandan Diplomat to Canada Urges Accountability for Deportation.
Joy Ruth Aceng, the former Ugandan envoy to Canada, has publicly voiced her concerns regarding the recent deportation of a Ugandan citizen from Canada. In a statement, Aceng criticized the lack of transparency surrounding the deportation process and urged the Ugandan government to take a stand. Aceng emphasized that Uganda should demand a clear explanation…
Prime Suspect in Ndiga Clan Chief Murder Appears in Court.
Lujja Bbosa Tabula, the prime suspect in the murder of Ndiga clan chief Daniel Bbosa, made his first appearance at Mwanga II Court in Kampala on Monday. Tabula, along with five other suspects currently held at Luzira Prison, faces charges related to the killing of Bbosa, who was shot near his home in Lungujja on…
DP Dismisses Opposition Leader’s Call for Regional Seat Boycott.
In a recent development within Ugandan politics, the Deputy Chief Whip of the Democratic Party (DP). Richard Lumu, has issued a formal statement distancing his party from the planned opposition boycott of parliamentary sessions. Lumu’s response comes amid growing tensions within the opposition camp, which is considering a boycott as a form of protest. Lumu’s…
Archbishop Kaziimba called for a delay in proposed church law amendments.
Archbishop Samuel Steven Kaziimba Mugalu of the Church of Uganda has requested that proposed amendments to the Provincial Constitution and Canons be postponed. Speaking at the 27th Provincial Assembly at Uganda Christian University, Mukono, Archbishop Kaziimba recommended delaying the changes until the Assembly has reviewed the results of a comprehensive study on the Province’s status….
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