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    67 Congolese Nationals Convicted, to be Deported for Illegal Stay in Uganda

    According to the prosecution, the group comprised 54 adults and 13 children, all of whom were unable to produce valid identification or immigration documents. State Prosecutor Abraham Akandehako told the court that their undocumented stay in Uganda contravened the country's immigration laws and posed potential security concerns.

    President Museveni Calls For Political Integration to Tackle Future Security Threats

    Turning to security, Museveni argued that Africa's future strength will depend on political unity, saying individual countries may not have the capacity to compete globally in areas such as space and maritime security.

    NITA-U Launches Five-Year Strategic Plan to Enhance Digital Service Delivery

    “The five-year plan is aligned with Uganda’s Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV), the Digital Transformation Programme, and Vision 2040. It sets priorities for expanding ICT infrastructure, digitizing government services, strengthening cybersecurity, enhancing data protection and privacy, and promoting innovation across both the public and private sectors,” Katuuku said.

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    DR Congo Finally Arrives in US After Three-Week Ebola Quarantine Ahead of World Cup

    The Democratic Republic of Congo national football team has finally arrived in the United States ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after spending...

    US Task Force Unveils Extensive Security and Visa Measures for 2026 FIFA World Cup

    “This will be viewed as anything ever, over America’s 250th birthday. What an amazing time it is to be able to show off American exceptionalism and invite the world to come celebrate our 250th birthday with us,” Giuliani said.

    No More Delayed Flags? FIFA Unveils AI-Driven Offside System and 3D Player Tracking for World Cup 2026

    Football's governing body, FIFA, has announced a major overhaul of its officiating technology ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, introducing an advanced AI-driven...

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    “This is a place of sacrifice. The NRM is a party of sacrifice,” President Museveni said, warning against leaders who use public office for personal gain.
    "We have carefully studied the National Budget for the Financial Year 2026/27 presented to Parliament on June 11, 2026, totaling UGX 84.39 trillion. After going through every figure and every allocation, we reached a conclusion that this budget was not written for the ordinary Ugandan. The budget was made for the comfort of those in power," Centenary said.

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    “Now, every time the Budget is read, we hear just increments of taxes on most consumable products such as alcohol, and sugar, among others. How would you expect me to listen to something that bothers me more? The President should instead downsize the district security structures where people are fond of playing the same roles,” Kayiira said.

    UDB Issues Ugx 150Bn Grant to Boost Development

    Uganda Development Bank (UDB) in partnership with local contractors has issued a grant of Ugx 150Bn to boost infrastructural development with an aim of...

    Government Pledges To Support PSFU With USD 50m In Financial Year 2024/2025

    The government of Uganda has pledged to support the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) with USD 50 million in the next financial year 2023/2024. While...
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    UN Warns of Continued Anti-Personnel Mine Use, Calls for Stronger Treaty Compliance

    In 2024 alone, at least 1,945 people were killed and 4,325 injured by landmines and explosive remnants of war, with the highest casualty levels recorded in Myanmar, Syria, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Nigeria, Mali, Yemen, and Burkina Faso.
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    According to the prosecution, the group comprised 54 adults and 13 children, all of whom were unable to produce valid identification or immigration documents. State Prosecutor Abraham Akandehako told the court that their undocumented stay in Uganda contravened the country's immigration laws and posed potential security concerns.

    President Museveni Calls For Political Integration to Tackle Future Security Threats

    Turning to security, Museveni argued that Africa's future strength will depend on political unity, saying individual countries may not have the capacity to compete globally in areas such as space and maritime security.

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    UN Warns of Continued Anti-Personnel Mine Use, Calls for...

    In 2024 alone, at least 1,945 people were killed and 4,325 injured by landmines and explosive remnants of war, with the highest casualty levels recorded in Myanmar, Syria, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Nigeria, Mali, Yemen, and Burkina Faso.

    67 Congolese Nationals Convicted, to be Deported for Illegal...

    According to the prosecution, the group comprised 54 adults and 13 children, all of whom were unable to produce valid identification or immigration documents. State Prosecutor Abraham Akandehako told the court that their undocumented stay in Uganda contravened the country's immigration laws and posed potential security concerns.

    President Museveni Calls For Political Integration to Tackle Future...

    Turning to security, Museveni argued that Africa's future strength will depend on political unity, saying individual countries may not have the capacity to compete globally in areas such as space and maritime security.

    NITA-U Launches Five-Year Strategic Plan to Enhance Digital Service...

    “The five-year plan is aligned with Uganda’s Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV), the Digital Transformation Programme, and Vision 2040. It sets priorities for expanding ICT infrastructure, digitizing government services, strengthening cybersecurity, enhancing data protection and privacy, and promoting innovation across both the public and private sectors,” Katuuku said.

    PFF Struggles to Demand Lukwago’s Release

    “We don’t know where exactly Lukwago is because his legal firm, led by Medad Ssegonna, tried to go to the Natete police station to report the case, but it refused. They proceeded to the CID offices, and the same thing happened. However, they decided to write to the CID headquarters about Lukwago's arrest and his incommunicado detention,” Lulume said.

    President Museveni Urges New Ministers to Prioritize Transformation Over...

    “This is a place of sacrifice. The NRM is a party of sacrifice,” President Museveni said, warning against leaders who use public office for personal gain.

    FDC: UGX 84.39 Trillion Budget Serves the Powerful, Not...

    "We have carefully studied the National Budget for the Financial Year 2026/27 presented to Parliament on June 11, 2026, totaling UGX 84.39 trillion. After going through every figure and every allocation, we reached a conclusion that this budget was not written for the ordinary Ugandan. The budget was made for the comfort of those in power," Centenary said.

    ULS Protests Advocate Erias Lukwago’s Military Arrest, Issues 24-Hour...

    The ULS demanded the immediate and unconditional release of Advocate Lukwago within 24 hours, full disclosure of his whereabouts and condition, and a public commitment that lawyers will not be targeted for carrying out their professional duties.
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