IGG orders interdiction of Obore, six others over over Shs 31.9bn graft probe
The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has directed the Clerk to Parliament, Adolf Mwesige, to immediately interdict seven senior officials over alleged corruption. The directive follows ongoing criminal proceedings against the officials, who are currently on remand at Luzira Prison after being arraigned before the
Global HIV fight at risk as funding cuts threaten resurgence – UNAIDS
A new UNAIDS report has warned that gains made in the global fight against HIV could be reversed, as sharp cuts in international funding and prevention services threaten to trigger a resurgence of the epidemic. The report, released ahead of the 26th International AIDS Conference in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil,
Court dismisses Magoola application in Equity Bank loan dispute
The High court has dismissed an application by businessman Dr Matthias Magoola seeking orders for reconciliation and audit of his loan and current accounts held with Equity Bank Uganda. In her ruling, Justice Susan Abinyo found that the application lacked merit and would delay the disposal of the main suit.
Witonze vetted as minister of state for Internal Affairs
Parliament has vetted Juma Witonze Kisekka as minister-designate of state for Internal Affairs, following his appointment by President Yoweri Museveni earlier this week. Witonze replaces Lawrence Muganga, who was dropped from the position amid questions surrounding his citizenship status, sparking public debate on eligibility for senior government office. The appointment
Lukwago denied bail over uncertified prison medical report
The High Court in Kampala has dismissed a bail application filed by remand prisoner Erias Lukwago, ruling that he failed to present a medical report certified by a Uganda Prisons Service medical officer to support his claim that his deteriorating health could not be adequately managed while in custody.
Uganda Airlines faces internal wrangles, stalled Shs 3bn probe
Uganda Airlines is grappling with internal tensions and a stalled Shs 3 billion probe into its public relations expenditure, amid sweeping management changes at the national carrier. The shake-up follows the February 2026 departure of former chief executive officer Jennifer Bamuturaki, which triggered shifts within both the board and senior
Muwanga Kivumbi remanded after 19 days incommunicado
Former Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi has been remanded to Kitalya prison following 19 days incommunicado after his arrest. Kivumbi was on Wednesday produced before Butambala Magistrate’s court, where he was charged with inciting violence and holding an unlawful assembly. He had earlier been held at Nateete police station
Besigye collapses in court, proceedings halted
Former presidential candidate Dr Kizza Besigye collapsed in court today, prompting an abrupt halt to proceedings. Court officials temporarily suspended the session to allow medical attention and give time for his recovery. Details about his condition were not immediately available by press time. Meanwhile, the prosecution has lined up a
Ex-EALA aspirant petitions Speaker over blocked nomination
Former East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) aspirant Mugerwa Abdallar Hamtono has petitioned Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oboth, protesting the Clerk to Parliament’s decision to reject his nomination papers. Mugerwa, who sought to represent Uganda at the regional assembly, argues that the refusal to receive his nomination denied him the opportunity
Uganda declares end of 2026 Ebola outbreak
The Ministry of Health has declared Uganda Ebola-free following the successful completion of the mandatory 42-day monitoring period after the last confirmed case. The countdown began on June 16, 2026, when the last patient—a locally transmitted case—was discharged. No new infections were recorded during the period, meeting the criteria for
