Refugee Policy Review: Perspectives from Uganda’s Parliament
The parliament has dismissed a recommendation from the Committee on Equal Opportunities urging a reassessment of the refugee policy to manage their entry to a sustainable level. Dorcas Acen, the committee’s deputy chairperson, presented this proposal during a plenary session…
Media Reports Spark Speculation on Uganda’s Police Leadership
The police have advised against speculating about the next Inspector General of Police (IGP) or the potential renewal of Mr. Martin Okoth Ochola’s term. Ochola, who took office in 2018 succeeding Gen Kale Kayihura, is scheduled to complete his term…
Patterns of Misconduct: Recent Cases of Alleged Rape by Law Enforcement
Police in Jinja District are trying to find a colleague who allegedly raped a girl suspect in her cell. Kiira vicinity police spokesperson, Mr James Mubi, stated the suspect is hooked up to Namaganga police submit in Busedde sub-county, Jinja…
Uganda’s Agricultural Revolution: Parliament’s Strategic Funding for Extension Worker Recruitment
Uganda’s agricultural landscape is poised for transformation as Parliament approves a strategic budget allocation of sh10 billion for the phased recruitment and deployment of 5,335 extension workers in the forthcoming fiscal year, set to begin on July 1. This pivotal…
Uganda’s Legal Community Unites Against Transnational Crime: A Vision for Progress
In a show of solidarity and determination, Uganda’s legal community came together at the New Law Year opening in Kampala to confront the growing menace of transnational crime. President Museveni’s impassioned plea for greater vigilance and cooperation resonated deeply, as…
Seeking Justice: Bulalaka Village Reels from Brutal Double Homicide
Bulalaka village, nestled within Sala Parish, Tirinyi sub-county of Kibuku District in eastern Uganda, is grappling with the aftermath of a chilling double homicide. Twaha Namwoyo, 38, and his wife, Nasim Katooko, 27, were tragically found dead in their compound,…
Understanding the MK Movement’s Transformation: NUP Lawmaker’s Perspective
Aisha Kabanda, the Member of Parliament representing Butambala district for the National Unity Platform, provided insights into the metamorphosis of the Muhoozi Kainerugaba Movement (MK Movement) into the Patriotic League of Uganda. In a televised interview, Kabanda delved into the…
UCFFA Urges Ministry Action Against Floating Wetland Threatening Lake Victoria
The Uganda Commercial Fish Farmers Association (UCFFA) has issued a pressing call to the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF) to address a significant floating wetland mass within Lake Victoria. In a letter dated Monday, Mr. Dick Lufafa,…
Admission Shortage for 2023 PLE Graduates: Ministry Reveals
The Ministry of Education has disclosed a shortage in secondary school admissions for candidates who passed the 2023 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE). Approximately 20 percent of the 648,662 successful candidates have not secured admission to any secondary school. During the…
FDC Considers Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal as Dokolo MP Hopeful
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party, headquartered in Najjanankumbi, is considering nominating Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal as their candidate for the forthcoming by-elections for the Dokolo Woman Member of Parliament seat. This vacancy arose following the passing of Cecilia Barbara…
