Mao: Oulanyah’s Death Opened Door to ‘Accidental’ Speakership
The President General of the Democratic Party and Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has said the death of former Speaker Jacob Oulanyah created what he described as an “accidental Speaker of Parliament,” as he formally entered the race for the top parliamentary seat. Speaking at the DP
Who is the UPDF soldier killed in a crash involving Defence Minister’s convoy
A Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier was killed and eight other people injured on Sunday evening in a road crash involving the escort vehicle of State Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs, Huda Oleru Obason, in Luweero District. Savannah Regional Police spokesperson Sam Twineamazima said the crash occurred at
Mao Retains DP Presidency After Chaotic Party Elections
Democratic Party (DP) President General Norbert Mao has set an ambitious target of securing 50 parliamentary seats in Uganda’s 12th Parliament come 2026. Mao made the declaration after navigating a turbulent re-election at the DP’s 12th National Delegates Conference, which concluded on June 2, 2025, at the Asamar Hotel in Ruti, Mbarara
Dr. Singiza vows to combat corruption in judiciary
The newly sworn-in Chairperson of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), Justice Dr. Douglas Singiza, has pledged to intensify the fight against corruption within Uganda’s judiciary. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony attended by judicial officers from various court levels, members of the Judiciary’s Senior Management, and representatives from the Judicial Service
