Medics Petition Government to Release Besigye on Bail.

A group of medical professionals has petitioned the government to release former opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye on bail to allow him to seek specialized medical treatment. The petition, signed by over 1,400 doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, was led by Dr. Ekwaro Obuku, former president of the Uganda Medical Association. Dr. Besigye, along with Hajj…

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Zelensky Open to Stepping Down for Ukraine’s NATO Membership.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his willingness to step down from his position if it would secure peace and NATO membership for Ukraine. His remarks came during a news conference ahead of the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. “If to achieve peace you really need me to give up my post…

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Senior Citizen JB Walusimbi, Former Buganda Katikilo.

Senior Citizen John Baptist Walusimbi is a Ugandan politician and engineer who served as the Katikkiro of the Kingdom of Buganda from 2008 to 2013. Walusimbi was appointed as Katikkiro of Buganda on 1 January 2008 and served in this capacity until 2013. He was considered relatively moderate and apolitical compared to the Katikkiro Muliika….

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Uganda Government Bans Stage Plays, Public Entertainment Without UCC Approval.

Kampala, Uganda – The Ugandan government has introduced new restrictions on stage plays and public entertainment, requiring prior approval from the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) before any performance can take place. The directive affects various forms of entertainment, including stage plays, concerts, comedy shows, puppet performances, dance exhibitions, and picture or art exhibitions. This move…

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U.S. Sanctions Rwandan Minister and M23 Spokesman Over DRC Conflict.

       The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwanda’s Minister of State for Regional Integration, Gen (rtd) James Kabarebe, and M23 rebel group spokesman Lawrence Kanyuka over their alleged involvement in human rights abuses in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). According to a statement from the U.S. State Department, the sanctions come in response…

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South Africa Opens G20 Talks as US Officials Snub Meeting.

South Africa has officially opened the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting, with President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasizing the importance of multilateralism and adherence to international law in addressing global crises. His remarks come amid increasing tension between South Africa and the United States, as key American officials have chosen to boycott the discussions. US Secretary of State…

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