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Month: March 2024

NUP’s Leadership Dilemma Over Parliamentary Stalemate

In the annals of Uganda’s political history, March 26 marked a pivotal moment for the National Unity Platform (NUP), as the party’s leadership found themselves ensnared in a protracted standoff over the fate of Mr. Mathias Mpuuga’s parliamentary role. The…

Striking a Chord: Resolving Noise Pollution Dilemmas in Uganda’s Faith Communities

In the intricate tapestry of Uganda’s diverse religious mosaic, the interplay between spiritual devotion and community tranquility often encounters discord. The recent narrative surrounding Pastor James Bisoboka, a Pentecostal luminary, serves as a poignant reflection of the challenges inherent in…

Trial by Fire: Uncovering the Truth Behind the Rakai Blaze

In the latest court session at Masaka High Court, the narrative of the tragic fire at St Bernard’s Secondary School in Rakai District was further detailed. The first state witness testified that the fire, which resulted in the death of…

Echoes of Acholi: The Land Rights Dilemma

The ongoing privatization of Acholi Sub-region’s government land, totaling over 45,000 hectares, has ignited a debate on the ethical management of public resources. The Ministry of Lands’ report reveals that private individuals have acquired extensive areas, over 158,100 hectares, through…

Inferno Incident: Kasese Schools and Police in Fiery Clash

The recent chain of fires in Kasese District’s schools has starkly highlighted the deficiencies in the police fire brigade’s emergency response and the schools’ adherence to safety protocols. On the unique date of February 29, a fire engulfed a boys’…

Uganda’s Watchdog: IGG’s Persistent Pursuit Against Corruption

In the Busoga sub-region, public officials have cited their involvement in corruption to be a consequence of their low wages, as observed by the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) through recent discussions. Gerald Gwaira, representing the Ombudsman’s office, reports that many…

Fueling Change: Unoc’s Direct Import Deal with Vitol Bahrain

The Uganda National Oil Company (Unoc) has embarked on selling petroleum products to oil marketing companies in Tanzania and Uganda, a precursor to its anticipated direct import deal with Vitol Bahrain. This move marks a strategic pivot from Uganda’s historical…

Mzee Atanga’s Determined Vote in Dokolo’s Parliamentary By-Election

In the relentless heat of Dokolo, Mzee Aloysius Atanga, a 92-year-old citizen, embodied the essence of democratic participation by casting his vote in the district’s Woman parliamentary by-election. Supported by crutches, Atanga made his way to the Angwecibange Primary School…

Joel Ssenyonyi: Champion of Integrity or Caught in Controversy?

Joel Ssenyonyi, the Opposition Leader in Uganda’s Parliament, has lodged formal requests with the nation’s key oversight and anti-corruption authorities to investigate serious allegations of corruption and misconduct within Parliament. Ssenyonyi’s efforts to ensure full accountability have hit a stumbling…

Murder in Nakaseke: Woman Detained in Husband’s Death Investigation

In Nakaseke District, authorities have apprehended a 47-year-old woman on suspicions of fatally attacking her husband in Kassaga Village, Nakaseke Sub County. The victim, 60-year-old John Bosco Kalemera, a local traditional healer, was allegedly hacked to death at his home…