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    “Museveni has been speaking about democracy, but where is that democracy he speaks of if he can't tolerate those who criticise his government? What is happening in villages undermines the same democracy he talks about,” Ssenyonyi said.
    The competition aims to encourage every Ugandan to confidently sing the National Anthem while promoting the use of Kiswahili and increasing appreciation of the East African Community anthem as Uganda advances regional integration.

    Democratic Front Petitions Constitutional Court Over Flawed 2026 Elections

    The court has directed the respondents, including the Attorney General and the Electoral Commission, to file their replies and scheduling notes by July 21st, with the petitioners expected to respond by August 4th, 2026.

    AFRICOM Commander Highlights African-Led Solutions at Chiefs of Defense Conference

    “We had representatives from industry and commercial companies here as well to provide opportunities or ideas for various chiefs of defense,” Anderson said.

    ULS Presents Petition on Spiro Torture Victims Ahead of Lawyers’ Strike

    “This judgment risks legitimizing Uganda’s well-documented record of torture instead of eradicating it,” Asiimwe said, adding that the ruling prioritized the completion of criminal trials over the absolute prohibition of torture.

    UPC Welcomes LC Election Roadmap, Rejects Lining-Up Method

    “By lining up behind a candidate, we feel it is more inclined in creating issues within our communities, including violence… we are saying electoral commission should reconsider and turn this election into a separate ballot, rather than lining up behind a particular candidate for the sake of unity and patriotism of Ugandans,” Oyat said.

    Uganda Law Society Launches ULS @70 Celebrations with Call to Resist Lawlessness

    The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has launched its 70th anniversary celebrations under the theme “Resist Lawlessness-The Struggle Continues” to reaffirm its commitment to upholding...

    Electoral Commission Announces Dates for LC and Women’s Council Elections

    The display of the compiled registers will take place on July 13th and 14th, 2026. During this period, residents are encouraged to verify their details and identify deceased persons, underage individuals, and non-residents who may have been incorrectly included on the register.

    UN Condemns Deadly Crackdown on DRC Protesters

    "We condemn last week's violence against protesters who gathered in the capital Kinshasa to oppose what they regard to be attempts to amend the Constitution," the statement read in part.

    US Launches Pacific Partnership 2026 to Strengthen Disaster Preparedness in Indo-Pacific

    Captain Reyes noted that the mission’s core aim is to enhance host nations’ ability to manage disasters independently while strengthening collective regional capacity.

    UPC Announces Resolutions from National Council Meeting, Reaffirms Akena as President

    “Any person who has carried him as the party leader shall be individually responsible for their harmful actions unless he or she has been given that mandate by the party leader’s conference, through the rightful process,” Oyat said.

    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.

    ULS Protests Advocate Erias Lukwago’s Military Arrest, Issues 24-Hour Ultimatum to CDF

    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.

    ULS Holds Memorial Session for Sidney Gongondyo, Calls for Measures against Mob Violence

    Filmmaker Christopher Mogal Muchwa, who had previously filmed Gongondyo, called for greater community engagement and more effective use of storytelling to influence public attitudes.

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