February 24, 2025

Museveni to Tour Ankole Sub-Region on Parish Development Model Assessment

President Yoweri Museveni is set to visit the Ankole sub-region on February 26, 2025, as part of his ongoing tour to assess the implementation of the Parish Development Model (PDM). The sub-region, which includes districts such as Mbarara, Bushenyi, Sheema, Rubirizi, Mitooma, Kiruhura, and Buhweju, is among the areas benefiting from the government’s flagship initiative […]

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Former IGP Boniface Okoth Ogolla Laid to Rest in Tororo Amidst National Tribute

Former Inspector General of Police Boniface Okoth Ogolla was laid to rest in his home village of Mbula, Tororo District, as thousands gathered to pay their final respects to the revered law enforcement leader. The state funeral, marked by a five-gun salute, reflected the nation’s deep appreciation for Ogolla’s service to Uganda’s police force, where

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We will kill anyone found wearing NUP uniform- Gen. Muhoozi

The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has declared that anyone found in National Unity Platform (NUP) clothing will be killed. This week has seen numerous reports of military raids targeting NUP members, often referred to as “Foot Soldiers,” who wear red attire that the military claims resembles their uniforms. In a post on

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Senior three student found hanging dead at Seeta High School

Police in Mukono have kicked off investigations into circumstances under which a senior three student was found hanging dead at the dormitory of Seeta High School. According to Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson, Luke Owoyesigyire,Elishammah Ssesazi, 16  was found hanging in the school dormitory by his colleagues at around 3:am. “It is alleged that ,

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Govt Prioritising Mpox Vaccination for Sex Workers – Minister Aceng

The Ministry of Health has rolled out 10,000 doses of the Mpox vaccine, primarily targeting high-risk groups, including commercial sex workers. Minister of Health Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng revealed that by January 31, a total of 9,980 individuals had received the vaccine. She further announced that the African Center for Disease Control has allocated an

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Gulu University Expands Higher Education to Karamoja

Gulu University has taken a major step toward expanding higher education in Karamoja with a stakeholders’ retreat aimed at shaping academic programs for its Moroto Constituent College. The initiative seeks to provide accessible, region-specific higher education that supports local development. The meeting, attended by key stakeholders, was a crucial step toward securing accreditation from the

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Another FDC Defection Looms as Jonam County MP Meets President Museveni

The Member of Parliament for Jonam County in Pakwach District, Emmanuel Ongiertho, has met with President Yoweri Museveni at State House Entebbe, sparking speculation about his potential defection from the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). While the exact purpose of Ongiertho’s meeting with the President remains unclear, sources

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Over 2,500 Ugandans Demand Medical Release for Dr. Besigye

Dr. Ekwaro Obuku, an Associate Member of the World Medical Association and a former President of the Uganda Medical Association (UMA), is urging medical professionals to take action in line with the Hippocratic Oath. He has called for a march to deliver a petition for the medical release of Dr. Kizza Besigye to government offices,

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Retired Namirembe Dean Criticizes Clergy for Silence on National Issues

The retired Dean of Namirembe Cathedral, Rev. Canon Augustine Magala Musiwuffu, has criticized religious leaders for their silence on pressing national issues, including the recent imprisonment of opposition stalwart Dr. Kizza Besigye and the reported kidnappings of some National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the new Dean, Rev. Canon Dustan

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