Tag: Journalists

ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Israeli PM Netanyahu and Former Defense Minister Gallant Over War Crimes

Israel is not a member of the court, so Mr. Netanyahu and Mr. Gallant, whom the prime minister recently fired, will not face any risk of arrest at home. But the warrants mean that they could be arrested if they travel to one of the court’s 124 member nations.

Justice Buteera Urges Judiciary to Embrace Digital Transformation

Court

Countries like United States bear witness to approximately 80% of case resolutions through ADR mechanisms. HW Buteera encouraged participants to think of new ways to use ADR and Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) that focus on the needs of the people when it comes to justice.

Politics

LOP Demands Revelation of Attackers’ Identities in Parliament Incident

Ssenyonyi demanded President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to verify his claims that the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) was giving seedlings only to opposition MPs and leaving out their NRM counterparts.

Jobs

Journalists Asked to Uphold Truth, Integrity amidst Tight Deadlines

The two-day conference taking place from November 7-8, 2024, themed Rebuilding Trust in Media in Times of AI, is meant to dialogue about public accountability, elections, AI, citizens' voices, and women in media.

Environment

Raising Community Awareness for Climate Action in Uganda

Public awareness campaigns are essential for mobilizing communities in Uganda to engage with climate change policies actively. By fostering education, participation, and collaboration among various stakeholders, these initiatives contribute significantly to building a climate-resilient society.

National News

Minister Baryomunsi Cautions Security Officers Against Harassing Journalists

The Minister for ICT and National Guidance, Chris Baryomunsi, has cautioned security officers against harassing journalists, stating that they should observe respect for journalists and forge a way of partnering and working together.

Security

Security Closes Off NUP Headquarters ahead of Planned Press...

The offices were closed off, and the place was surrounded by both military police and Uganda Police, who did not accept anyone to enter or exit the party premises.

Crime