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Politics

Kenya’s Kithure Kindiki Sworn in as Deputy President

President Ruto urged Kindiki not to serve himself, families, communities, regions, or villages, but to serve the Republic of Kenya and the people of Kenya.

Politics

ULS Recalls Unlawfully Elected Representatives, Orders Re-election

Upon his election, Ssemakadde promised to strengthen the rule of law, democracy, legal aid to the disadvantaged people, and provide incentives to the members of the legal fraternity to willingly provide probono services.

Politics

Baryomunsi Speaks on Purported Collapse of UCDA as Coffee...

The government of Uganda is well conversant that coffee is a critical part of the economy, and its importance is growing with over 1.8 million households growing coffee, which contributes nearly a third of the country's export earnings, paying for critical infrastructure like roads, hospitals, and schools.

Politics

LOP Raises Alarm over UGX 723Bn Investment in Dei...

Before the government makes any financial commitment to a company, there must be due diligence done, and it is imperative for the government to prioritize accountability in all public expenditures, particularly in high-stakes commitments such as Dei Biopharma Company.

National News

Albinos Reject Merging UNHCR to EOC

The Albinism Umbrella called on Parliament to make wider consultations across the whole country if the government insists on merging UHRC and EOC and also ensure that, in case the new commission is established, its mandate has to be widened to ensure equal opportunities are also implemented in the private sector.

Politics

Kenyan High Court Halts Gachagua’s Replacement as Deputy President

Through his lawyers, led by Paul Muite, Gachagua filed a court application to stop his removal from office, arguing that the allegations presented against him were unfounded and were not supported by evidence.

Politics

Speaker Among Calls for Improved Regional Cooperation at EALA...

The Commission, led by Chairperson Winnie Agnes Kabogoza-Musoke, presented its annual report for Financial Year 2023/24 and asked Parliament to increase its budget from the current Shs12.1 billion to UGX 21.8 billion to meet their targets.

Tourism

Gov’t to Save over UGX 15 Billion as UWEC,...

UWEC, also formerly known as Entebbe Zoo, was opened by the Colonial government in 1952, starting out as a reception center for confiscated and injured wild animals.

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