The Rwanda court has blocked efforts by prominent opposition figure Victoire Ingabire to lift a ban on her running in July’s presidential election. She was freed in 2018 after spending eight years in prison for threatening state security and “belittling” the 1994 genocide. In Rwanda, people who have been jailed for more than six months…
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African Union move to send troops to Dr Congo.
African Union considered it necessary to start giving physical and financial support to Democratic Republic of Congo.overruling protestations from Rwanda, which saw support for them as a threat. The Southern African Development Community Mission (SAMIDRC) was deployed on December 15 last year. Following the endorsement, the African Union Commission is required to provide necessary logistical…
President Museveni Appoints Dr. Badru Kigundu to Oversee Lubowa Hospital Construction.
By Arineatwe Patricia- Updated at 09:16 EAT on Saturday 9th March 2024 In a recent announcement by the Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, it has been revealed that President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Engineer Dr. Badru Kigundu as the Chairperson of the steering committee that will oversee the construction…
Parliament Staff Member Ranny Ismail Embroiled in Cash Smuggling Scandal.
By Makana Kennedy Ndyamuhaki – Updated at 09:12 EAT on Saturday 9th March 2024 In a shocking revelation, it has come to light that Ms. Ranny Ismail, the Director in the office of the leader of Government Business, is allegedly one of the Parliament staff members involved in smuggling cash for Speaker Anita Among. Ismail,…
State House Meeting Reveals Concerns Over Misuse of Parliamentary Funds.
By Arineatwe Patricia- Updated at 08:58 EAT on Saturday 9th March 2024 A meeting convened at State House on Wednesday, chaired by President Museveni and attended by top government officials, including Anita Among, Thomas Tayebwa, the Financial Intelligence Authority chief, the Inspector General of Government, and the Auditor General, has raised serious concerns regarding the…
The Rise and Impact of Mathias Mpuuga in Ugandan Politics.
By Arineatwe Patricia- Updated at 08:25 EAT on Wednesday 6th March 2024 In the dynamic landscape of Ugandan politics, few individuals have made as significant an impact as Mathias Mpuuga, the former Leader of the Opposition in the Parliament of Uganda. This article delves into Mpuuga’s background, his political journey, and the role he has…
Martin Okoth Ochola: A Journey Through the Ranks of Uganda’s Police Force.
By Arineatwe Patricia- Updated at 08:04 EAT on Wednesday 6th March 2024 Introduction:Martin Okoth Ochola, born on September 19, 1958, in Agumiti village, Mulanda sub-county, West Budama County, in Tororo District, Uganda, has had a long and illustrious career in the Uganda Police Force. Having served as the Inspector General of Police (IGP) since 2018,…
The Rise of Anita Among: A Journey from Bukedea to the Speaker’s Chair.
By Arineatwe Patricia- Updated at 07:21 EAT on Wednesday 6th March 2024 In the heart of Uganda’s political landscape, a new chapter has begun with the election of Anita Among as the Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda in 2022. Among’s journey to the Speaker’s chair is a tale of determination, ambition, and a woman’s…
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