Tag: Freedom

Museveni Charts Uganda’s Economic Growth, Targets $74 Billion Economy by 2027

The President emphasised the need to ensure that economic growth translates into improved household incomes, citing government programmes such as Operation Wealth Creation and the Parish Development Model (PDM).

President Museveni Calls for Stronger African Economies, Regional Integration to Boost Defence

International

“Can you have a strong army and a strong and safe country without a strong economy? Can you have a strong defence force and a strong and safe country without cohesive politics? Finally, can you have a strong defence force and a strong and safe country without, in some cases, addressing the issue of geo-strategic location such as being landlocked?” President Museveni asked.

National News

UPC Defends Obote Legacy, Re-echoes Concern over Malnourished Children

Akena criticized the government for prioritizing other matters over child welfare and called for a holistic approach to development that includes safety, skills, and greater exposure for school-going children.

International

UN Rights Chief Türk Calls for Human Rights Action...

Türk pointed to rising armed conflicts, attacks on civilians, and the recent escalation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted global energy markets and risks triggering hunger and health crises.

Crime

Opposition Women Leaders Ask Gov’t to Stop Brutalizing Supporters

A section of women leaders from different opposition political parties in Uganda have appealed to the government to end...

Politics

EC to Start PWD Mapping for Inclusive Elections in...

Disabled voters have historically faced several impediments, but the EC is attempting to remove these barriers in an effort to hold more inclusive elections. According to the amended 1995 Electoral Commission Act, the electoral process must be inclusive and conducted under conditions of freedom and fairness.

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