- May 14, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Akena Denounces UPDF Amendment Bill, Warns Against “One-Party Domination”
Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) President Jimmy Akena has strongly criticized the UPDF (Amendment) Bill, 2025, warning that it is part of a broader strategy by the ruling National Resistance Movement…
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- May 14, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Jamil Mukulu Challenges Trial Over Claims Of Torture And Illegal Extradition
Former Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) leader Jamil Mukulu is seeking to halt proceedings against him at the International Crimes Division of the High Court, claiming he was tortured and unlawfully…
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- May 13, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Ssemujju Blasts UPDF Bill As Plot To Assert Military Control
Kira Municipality MP and senior opposition legislator Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda has strongly criticised the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Amendment Bill, 2025, calling it a deliberate attempt to defy the…
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- May 13, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Ssenyonyi Demands Action Against Muhoozi Over Eddie Mutwe’s Detention
Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, has demanded government action against General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, accusing him of operating above the law following the alleged abduction and torture of National…
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- May 13, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Musenero Hails Uganda’s Innovation Milestones Ahead Of National Science Week
Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Monica Musenero, has hailed Uganda’s fast-growing innovation ecosystem as a sign that the country is on course to build a science-led economy. Speaking…
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- May 13, 2025
- John William Ogenda
UPDF Amendment Bill Sparks Concern Over Civilian Trials, Court Independence
The tabling of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Amendment Bill, 2025, which is Parliament is expected this afternoon has triggered a storm of legal and human rights concerns, particularly…
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- May 13, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Police Roll Out 24/7 Speed Surveillance As Road Deaths Soar
In a bid to tackle the alarming increase in road accidents and fatalities across Uganda, the Kampala Metropolitan North Traffic Police Commander, SSP Bruce Oinebyona, has announced a raft of…
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- May 13, 2025
- John William Ogenda
How to Build a Successful Non-Profit Organization in Africa
By Paul Collins, Executive Director, Sapphire Africa Foundation Many people have asked me how to start and run a successful non-profit organization. To make it easier for everyone, I’ve summarized…
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- May 13, 2025
- John William Ogenda
Government Suspends YY Coaches Over Fatal Crashes
The Ministry of Works and Transport has suspended operations of YY Coaches for 15 days following two road crashes in just two weeks, one of which claimed multiple lives. Addressing…
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- May 12, 2025
- John William Ogenda
DP In ICU, Needs Revival- Lumu Decries ‘Sham’ Vetting Ahead Of DP Elections
The internal elections of the Democratic Party (DP) are stirring controversy, with Mityana South MP Richard Lumu, a candidate for Secretary General, raising concerns over what he calls irregularities in…
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