Museveni Delegates Speaker Among to Represent Uganda at Pope Francis’ Funeral
The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, is currently in Vatican City, Rome, where she is representing His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at the funeral of Pope Francis. The funeral, set to take place at St. Peter’s Square, will be attended by several world leaders, including U.S. President Donald
Museveni Endorses Legal Reform to Support Girls’ Inheritance Rights
President Yoweri Museveni has urged for the expedited reform of outdated and irrational legal practices, particularly in the areas of inheritance and land disputes. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of Dr. Flavian Zeija as Uganda’s new Deputy Chief Justice at State House Entebbe, Museveni emphasized the need for a justice
President Museveni: Pope Francis was a Champion of Peace and Faith
President Yoweri Museveni has expressed his deep sorrow over the death of Pope Francis, the revered spiritual leader of the Catholic Church, who passed away yesterday at the age of 88 in his residence at the Vatican. According to the Vatican, the Holy Father succumbed to a stroke and heart
MP Noami Kabasharira’s Husband, Major John Kazoora, Has Passed Away
Major (Rtd) John Kazoora, husband to Rushenyi County Member of Parliament Noami Kabasharira, has died. The former Bush War fighter passed away earlier today. Kazoora has been ill for some time after he fell in the bathroom at their home in Bugoloobi. He has been in and of hospitals in
Easter festivities: Museveni Reflects on Hard Work, Morality, and Spiritual Growth
President Yoweri Museveni has commended Uganda’s security forces for ensuring peaceful Easter celebrations across the country, particularly during the Good Friday processions marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. In his Easter message, the President also congratulated Christian believers for their commitment during the 40-day Lenten fast and for the peaceful
How the Shs 100 million payout to MPs was initiated
Earlier this week, several Members of Parliament reportedly received Shs 100 million each as a gift from President Yoweri Museveni. The revelation was made by the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi. According to Ssenyonyi, the money was offered as a token of appreciation for the MPs’ role
Parliament and Allegations of Bribery: A Timeline of Controversy
Over the years, legislators have faced accusations of accepting bribes in exchange for their support on key pieces of legislation. These allegations have sparked public outrage and raised serious concerns about the integrity of the country’s democratic processes. Term Limits (2005) One of the earliest recorded instances of alleged bribery
MPs Receive Shs 100 million for Passing Coffee Bill
Several Members of Parliament have reportedly received Shs 100 million each as a gift from President Yoweri Museveni, The Daily Star has learned. The revelation was made by the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi. According to Ssenyonyi, the money was given as a token of appreciation for
Museveni Visits South Sudan Amid Kiir-Machar Political Wrangles
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has arrived in South Sudan for a meeting with South Sudanese President Salva Kiir Mayardit. Museveni’s visit comes in response to an invitation from President Kiir. “I have arrived in South Sudan at the invitation of His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit. I look forward to our
Uganda Signs Shs 14.6 trillion Oil Refinery Deal with Alpha MBM Investments
In a significant move to strengthen its emerging hydrocarbons industry, the Ugandan government has signed an oil refinery implementation agreement with Alpha MBM Investments LLC to develop a $4 billion (Shs 14.6 trillion) oil refinery. President Yoweri Museveni confirmed the agreement, stating that the refinery will be constructed in Hoima
