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Uganda Political Transition: Bobi Wine, Gen. Muntu Stay Silent on Forgiving Museveni

By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda & Eric KikomekoUpdated at 21:35, Monday, 1 December 2025 Nandala Mafabi and Male Mabirizi Emerge as the Only Candidates Willing to Forgive Museveni As Uganda heads toward the January 2026 general elections, the question of political transition dominated Sunday night’s highly anticipated Presidential Debate hosted by NTV Uganda. The debate,…

Unity and Diplomacy: VP Alupo and 25+ Envoys Gather in Kampala to Honour 71 Years of Algeria’s Liberation.

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D. (Hon.), Anastasias Gordon Sekandi, Faith Barbara Ruhinda & Princess Scovia K Kampala, Uganda — Updated at 2145 EAT on November 5, 2025 The Embassy of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria in Uganda on Tuesday hosted a colourful reception at the ambassador’s residence in Kampala to mark the 71st…

Uganda and Russia Reaffirm Strategic Partnership at Third Intergovernmental Commission Session

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D (Hon.) & Faith Barbara N Ruhinda Munyonyo, Uganda — updates at 13:12 EAT on October 8, 2025 Uganda and the Russian Federation have reaffirmed their long-standing strategic partnership during the Third Session of the Uganda–Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation, held at Speke Resort Munyonyo,…

Mukono and Kira Municipalities Chosen as Priority Beneficiaries of $566M World Bank-Funded Urban Development Project.

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 10:38 EAT on Thursday 29th Feb 2024 In a significant development aimed at enhancing urban infrastructure and connectivity, Mukono and Kira Municipalities have been selected as the first priority beneficiaries of a $566 million urban development project funded by the World Bank. The project, known as the Greater Kampala…

ICC Orders Shs223 Billion Compensation to Victims of Ongwen’s Atrocities

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 10:19 EAT on Thursday 29th Feb 2024 In a landmark decision, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has ordered a record-breaking compensation of Shs223 billion to victims of atrocities committed by former Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) commander Dominic Ongwen in northern Uganda. The ruling marks a significant step towards justice…

Celebrating 100 Years of Excellence: FUFA Reflects on a Century of Football Legacy.

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 10:11 EAT on Thursday 29th Feb 2024 As the Football Association of Uganda (FUFA) prepares to mark its centenary milestone, anticipation and excitement are building for a celebration of a century of football excellence. Founded in [insert year], FUFA has been at the forefront of promoting and developing football…

Ghana’s Parliament Passes Controversial Anti-Homosexuality Bill Amid International Criticism.

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 10:00 EAT on Thursday 29th Feb 2024 In a move that has sparked widespread debate and condemnation, Ghana’s parliament on Wednesday unanimously passed a controversial anti-homosexuality bill, despite international pressure and outcry from human rights groups. The bill, which was introduced in parliament in 2021, aims to criminalize LGBTQ…

NRM Secretary General Richard Twodong Urges President Museveni to Consider 2026 Presidential Bid.

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 04:45 EAT on Wednesday 28th Feb 2024 In a significant development within Uganda’s political landscape, NRM Secretary General Richard Twodong has conveyed a compelling message to President Yoweri Museveni, urging him to consider running for the presidency once again in 2026. The revelation comes as the nation awaits the…

Centre for Policy Hosts 2nd East Africa Regional Parliamentary Monitoring Organizations Conference.

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 09:39 EAT on Thursday 29th Feb 2024 The stage is set for the 2nd East Africa Regional Parliamentary Monitoring Organizations Conference, organized by the Centre for Policy, to convene at the prestigious Sheraton Hotel. With the theme “Digital Technology and Parliamentary Monitoring: Re)imagining futures and responsibilities,” the conference promises…

Former Vice President Gilbert Bukenya Appointed Senior Presidential Advisor on Environment and Sanitation.

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 09:28 EAT on Thursday 29th Feb 2024 In a significant development, former Vice President of Uganda, H.E Prof. Gilbert Bukenya, has been appointed as the Senior Presidential Advisor on Environment and Sanitation by H.E the President of Uganda, Gen. (Rtd.) Yoweri Museveni. The appointment, announced by the Office of…

Kenya and Ethiopia Strengthen Bilateral Ties Through Memoranda of Understanding.

By HICGI Staff – Updated at 09:17 EAT on Thursday 29th Feb 2024 Kenya and Ethiopia have taken significant steps towards deepening their bilateral relations with the signing of seven Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs). The agreements, signed during a recent high-level meeting between the two countries, are designed to foster cooperation and collaboration in various…