Several political parties failed to account for Shs 842.1 million advanced to them by the Uganda Electoral Commission, according to the auditor general’s report on the financial statements of the Electoral Commission for the year ended June 2023. The report indicates that at least six political parties did not maintain adequate financial records, as stipulated…
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President Museveni gives Shs300 million for the Imbalu fete.
In a notable gesture of support, President Yoweri Museveni has donated Shs300 million to the Imbalu celebrations, an annual cultural event celebrated predominantly by the Bagisu people in Uganda. The Imbalu fete, which involves traditional male circumcision ceremonies, holds significant cultural and communal value for the Bagisu community, residing primarily in the Mbale District. The…
US Imposes Sanctions on Notorious Ugandan Terrorism Financiers.
In a decisive move aimed at curbing the influence of extremist groups in East Africa, the United States has announced sanctions against three prominent Ugandan figures known for their substantial financial support to terrorist organizations. This action underscores a broader effort by the U.S. government to combat global terrorism and dismantle financial networks that sustain…
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu has dismissed the foreign and information ministers.
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has dismissed two senior government officials, including the foreign minister, in a mini-cabinet reshuffle, her office announced. The changes occurred as Hassan sought to rebuild trust from foreign powers regarding a program of economic and political reforms. This included loosening restrictions on opposition parties and the media, which some critics…
Crackdown on Uganda’s opposition ahead of protests.
Uganda’s main opposition leader, Bobi Wine, says security forces have surrounded his party’s headquarters in Kampala before an anti-government protest. Soldiers and police had transformed the National Unity Platform (NUP) offices into “a military barracks” and “violently arrested” some party officials, he said. Police did not confirm the arrests, but reportedly said that they had…
Uganda’s president expressed concern that protest organizers are treading on dangerous ground.
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has cautioned demonstrators, stating that they would be “playing with fire” if they proceed with their plans to organize an anti-corruption demonstration at parliament on Tuesday. Young Ugandans have been organising the march on social media to demand an end to corruption in government. They have been partly inspired by their…
Namibia denies visa extension for Kabaka of Buganda amidst diplomatic tension.
The Namibian government has refused a request to extend the visa for a Ugandan king who has been getting medical treatment in the country since April. King Mutebi II of the Buganda has been receiving treatment for an undisclosed condition. The centre where he has been staying requested his visa extension earlier this month. But…
Uganda’s central bank buys local gold to boost forex reserves.
In a strategic move aimed at enhancing Uganda’s foreign exchange reserves, the Bank of Uganda has launched a significant initiative to purchase locally-produced gold. This decision marks a pivotal step towards stabilizing the country’s economy and strengthening its position in the global market. The announcement came directly from the Governor of the Bank of Uganda,…
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