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…

Uganda Law Council Grants Martha Karua Practising Certificate

Updated by, Anastasios Gordon Sekandi, EAT 19:46. Monday, 06 January, 2025. The Uganda Law Council has granted Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua a special practising certificate, allowing her to represent veteran Ugandan opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide, Hajji Obeid Lutale. The two are currently on remand facing charges related to illegal firearms, among…