Uganda Closes DRC Border as Ebola Risk Escalates
Uganda has temporarily closed its border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with immediate effect following a surge in Ebola cases in the neighboring country. The government said only authorized Ebola response teams, humanitarian operations, food and cargo transporters, and essential security personnel will be allowed to cross,
Museveni Drops 22 Ministers in New Cabinet Reshuffle
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has unveiled a new Cabinet for the next five years, dropping at least 22 ministers in a sweeping reshuffle. In a statement, Museveni said the appointments were made in accordance with the Constitution of Uganda. “By virtue of the powers given to the President of Uganda
Cabinet List: Museveni drops Moses Ali, Nankabirwa , Anite, names Ayebare, Wanyoto Migadde Ministers
By virtue of the powers given to the President of Uganda under Articles 108(1) and (2), 108A(1), 111(1), 113(1), and 114(1) of the 1995 Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, the following persons have been proposed for appointment as Vice President, Prime Minister, Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, and
Tom Magambo: I don’t blame you for what happened to my son
The Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) Director Maj. Tom Magambo has paid an emotional tribute to his wife, Carol, describing her as a strong pillar of their family following the tragic death of their son, Timothy Muganzi Magambo. Speaking during a requiem Mass at Our Lady of Africa, Mbuya Catholic Parish,
Body of Maj. Magambo’s Son Flown Home After U.S. Drowning Tragedy
The body of Timothy Magambo, son of Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) Director Maj. Tom Magambo, has been flown back into the country following his tragic drowning in the United States last week. Timothy, 18, died during a swimming outing in Long Island, New York, in an incident that has since
Tayebwa Retains Deputy Speaker Seat in Tight Race
Incumbent Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has retained his position after defeating Fort Portal Woman MP Asinansi Nyakato and Dokolo District Woman MP Sarah Aguti Nyangkori in a tightly contested race. Tayebwa’s victory secures his continued hold on the office, extending his tenure after serving as Deputy Speaker during the 11th
Speaker Oboth Declares War on Corruption
Newly elected Speaker of Parliament Jacob Markson Oboth has declared an all-out push against corruption, warning that the 12th Parliament must clean up its own house or risk losing public trust. In a firm and pointed maiden address delivered at Kololo Independence Grounds on Monday, Oboth-Oboth positioned integrity and accountability
Oboth-Oboth Elected Speaker of 12th Parliament
West Budama County South MP Jacob Markson Oboth-Oboth has been elected Speaker of Uganda’s 12th Parliament after securing a commanding win in a high-stakes vote held on Monday at Kololo Independence Grounds. Oboth-Oboth cruised to victory with 441 votes, far ahead of National Unity Platform’s Paul Mwiru (Jinja South East
Oboth, Mao and Mwiru in Three-Horse Race for Speakership
The race for Speaker of the 12th Parliament entered a decisive stage on Monday after Chief Justice Flavian Zeija formally closed nominations, clearing the way for Members of Parliament to proceed to a secret ballot vote. The announcement was made in a packed House with 370 MPs present, confirming full
Among Misses Speaker Race Amid Corruption Probe
Former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among has missed out on the election of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the 12th Parliament, following her withdrawal from the race amid intensifying corruption and money laundering investigations. Among, who has been under scrutiny for the past 11 days, is currently being
