Author: Agnes Atewo

Anti-Corruption Court Adjourns Chris Obore Case to July 27th as IGG Investigations Continue

During the session, the prosecution asked court for more time to conclude inquiries before the case could proceed to the next stage. The court granted the request and set July 27th as the date for further mention.

Gov’t Dismisses Claims of Suspension of Digital Number Plate Registration

“The public is advised that the registration and issuance of digital number plates have not been suspended. The programme remains in effect, and all registration services continue to operate in accordance with established procedures,” Kataike said.

UCU Graduates 1,274 Students, Sets Record with 102 First-Class Honours

This year's record first-class cohort comprises 60 women and 42 men. The overall best-performing graduate is Don Acheng, who completed a Bachelor of Procurement and Logistics Management with a GPA of 4.91.

265 Ugandans Leave South Africa as Gov’t Begins Emergency Repatriation

The said returnees are travelling aboard a special Uganda Airlines charter flight fully funded by the Government of Uganda, in what officials described as the first phase of a broader evacuation exercise.

Lukwago Case Adjourned to July 9th over Specialized Medical Treatment

Under Uganda's Penal Code, Section 27, misprision of treason refers to the offence of knowingly concealing information about planned or intended treason without reporting it to the appropriate authorities. The offence carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment upon conviction.

NCPD Launches Capacity Building Workshop for Lower Councils for PWDs

According to the NCPD, the training seeks to raise awareness among Lower Councils and the National Council on their respective mandates and responsibilities. Participants will also receive information on various government livelihood programmes to improve access and participation of PWDs in economic empowerment initiatives.

Erias Lukwago Sent Back to Prison as Court Defers Bail Ruling

"The magistrate has informed us that her ruling is not ready. She has taken note of all the health concerns we raised. She also said she was concerned about the large crowd in court and did not wish to reconvene everyone simply to announce that the ruling was not ready. She further indicated that she intends to write a more detailed ruling on the matter," Sseggona said.

Karua Blocked from Entering Uganda as Besigye Defence Team Suffers Fresh Blow

The legal team representing veteran opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye has suffered a fresh setback after Kenyan Senior Counsel Martha Karua was denied entry...

Joyce Baagala Launches Rooted Life Foundation on World Sickle Cell Day

World Sickle Cell Day is observed annually on June 19th to increase public awareness of the disease and the challenges faced by patients and their families.

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.

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.

Ssemujju Questions Bobi Wine’s Leadership Style, Sparks Debate on Opposition Politics

"I have worked with Dr. Kizza Besigye, and he believes in working with everybody in the struggle against the life presidency and family rule. I think Bobi Wine believed in himself and his group, and they thought that only they would do the work; and everyone had to go home," Ssemujju said.

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