Museveni Confirms Attendance as Church of Uganda Appeals for Shs 2.2 Billion for Martyrs Day Celebrations
The Church of Uganda has confirmed its preparedness to host thousands of Christian pilgrims at the Namugongo Anglican Martyrs Site for the 2025 Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations. According to the Rt. Rev. Godfrey Loum, Chairman of the Northern Uganda Regional Cluster, preparations are progressing well despite financial constraints. The organizing
UPDF Honors Seven Generals Ahead of Retirement
Seven senior officers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) have been officially documented for retirement at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) headquarters in Mbuya. The documentation marks the beginning of their transition into civilian life, with their formal retirement set for later this year. Chief of
Ex-Police Official Kyaligonza Summoned Over Shs 29 billion Aircraft scandal
Parliament has summoned Isaac Kyaligonza, a former police procurement officer, to answer questions regarding the procurement of a nonfunctional fixed-wing aircraft. The directive was issued by the Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Muwanga Kivumbi. Kyaligonza is expected to explain the procurement of a fixed-wing aircraft that cost Shs
IGG Recovers Shs 6.8 Billion from corrupt officials
The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has appealed to Parliament to allocate additional resources to support the automation of its business processes, procurement of modern investigative equipment, and recruitment of more personnel to strengthen the fight against corruption. The call was made by Beti Kamya, the Inspector General of Government (IGG), while
Nalukoola Files Notice of Appeal After Court Voids Kawempe North Seat
City lawyer Erias Luyimbazi Nalukoola is set to appeal the High Court ruling that nullified his election as Member of Parliament for Kawempe Division North. The High Court annulled Nalukoola’s election following a petition filed by Faridah Nambi of the National Resistance Movement (NRM). Nambi challenged the outcome of the
NIRA Rolls Out Mass Enrolment and Renewal of 33 Million National IDs
The government has commenced the nationwide mass enrolment and renewal exercise for National Identity Cards, extending services to the parish level across all 146 administrative districts. This large-scale operation is part of a broader initiative by the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) to improve access to national identification services
Museveni, First Lady Apologise for Past Mistakes Against Buganda
President Yoweri Museveni and First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni have publicly apologized for mistakes made during their leadership, particularly those affecting the people of Buganda and other regions of Uganda. The apology was delivered during the closing ceremony of a five-day spiritual gathering that began on May 19, 2025, hosted
Electoral Commission: We shall not appeal court ruling nullifying Nalukoola’s Election Victory
The Electoral Commission has announced it will not appeal the court ruling that nullified the election of Luyimbazi Nalukoola as Member of Parliament for Kawempe Division North. Earlier today, the High Court annulled Nalukoola’s election following a petition filed by Faridah Nambi of the National Resistance Movement (NRM). Nambi had
Court nullifies the election of Nalukoola as Kawempe North MP
The High Court in Kampala has annulled the election of Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola as MP for Kawempe Division North. The nullifying of Nalukoola’s election follows a petitioned filed by Faridah Nambi, the National Resistance Movement (NRM). Nambi challenged the outcome of the parliamentary by-election for Kawempe Division North held on
UPDF Suspends Defence Cooperation with Germany Over Ambassador Schauer
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has suspended all ongoing defence and military cooperation with the Federal Republic of Germany following allegations against German Ambassador to Uganda, Mathias Schauer. According to Col. Chris Magezi, the Acting Director of Defence Public Information, the suspension stems from reports that Ambassador Schauer has
