Tag: Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago

IS IT THE END OF THE BEGINNING OR THE BEGINNING OF THE END? The Order from Above Syndrome has Killed Uganda’s Institutions

In an equitable society, everyone should have equal access to these government institutions to allow equal competition but to also limit interference with these institutions.

GOMBA: 19-Year-Old Student Lynched over Cattle Theft

Crime

On April 9, 2024, nine individuals were arrested in connection with ongoing cattle thefts at a state farm in Gomba. This operation was initiated after five cows were reported missing on March 29, 2024, leading to an investigation that uncovered a network of cattle dealers and farm workers involved in the thefts. Among those arrested was a veterinary officer who allegedly conspired with the dealers.

Court

Makindye KCCA Court to Crack Property Tax Disputes

The court will begin reviewing the grievances of property owners who object to their property valuations. It also has the authority to reassess tax rates based on the arguments presented and make adjustments where necessary.

National News

Minister Kyofatogabye Calls for Lord Mayor Lukwago’s Resignation Over...

The Minister of State of Kampala Capital City Metropolitan Affairs, Kyofatogabye Kabuye, has asserted that Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago should resign amid ongoing challenges within the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA).

Politics

Lukwago Accuses Electoral Commission of Dodging Them during New...

The Secretary of the Electoral Commission, Leonard Mulekwah, wrote a letter instructing the People's Front for Freedom Party to comply with the Political Parties and Organizations Act of 2005, which prohibits registering political parties or organizations with names or symbols already in use by other registered parties.

Politics

DP Pins NEMA over Kiteezi Disaster

Some Ugandan activists have taken issue on social media, especially on X, demanding that some leaders both political and technical at KCCA and NEMA resign and also be arrested for negligence of duty that led to the loss of lives and leaving some people homeless.

Politics