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Beyond Rwomushana’s arrest: Creeping militarization and the unmaking of the 1995 Constitution

The news arrived not through a formal legal dispatch or a parliamentary press release, but as a series of urgent, social-media-based whispers breaking through the celebratory rhythms of a traditional kwanjula in Jinja, which I was attending. While families exchanged gifts and celebrated the happy moment of their children getting married, a chilling report rippled […] The post Beyond Rwomushana’s arrest: Creeping mili

The Observer · 7 Sept 2026

Jinja ARCC Raises Alarm Over Alleged Misuse of Public Funds

By Mugabwe Zubair, Jinja City The Assistant Resident City Commissioner (ARCC) for Jinja City, George Mubiru, has raised concerns over alleged corruption and misuse of public funds within the city administration, calling for investigations and greater accountability among public officials. Mubiru made the remarks while appearing on a local radio talk show on 92.1 OP […] The post Jinja ARCC Raises Alarm Over Alleged Mi

Watchdog Uganda · 6 Sept 2026

Gov’t given go ahead to aquire loan for construction of Busoga roads

Government is given the green light to borrow Euros207.75 million from Citi bank and other financial institutions to finance the design and building of the Jinja-Mbulambuti-Kamuli-Bukungu road and Jinja City roads. The motion seeking approval of the loan request was presented by the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Hon. Henry Musasizi on Thursday, […] The post Gov’t given go ahead to aquire loa

Watchdog Uganda · 4 Sept 2026

Minister Nameere Urges Clergy to Pray Against Corruption as Jinja Celebrates Bishop Sserwadda’s 50th Anniversary

JINJA – Jinja City came to a standstill on Saturday, August 29, 2026, as Bishop Dr. Zachariah Sserwadda and his wife, Rev. Robinah Sserwadda, celebrated 50 years of marriage and 51 years of ministry. The event drew thousands of residents, religious leaders, and dignitaries from across East Africa. The couple made a grand arrival, landing […] The post Minister Nameere Urges Clergy to Pray Against Corruption as Jinja C

Watchdog Uganda · 2 Sept 2026

Water ministry, Jinja authorities to reopen Namavundu forest boundaries

The ministry of Water and Environment has agreed on a modus-operandi with Jinja district officials to set the ground for reopening the boundaries of the 704-hectare Namavundu central forest reserve, aiming to curb forestry and environmental degradation. The high-level stakeholder engagement, held at the Jinja district headquarters on August 18, forms part of a broader […] The post Water ministry, Jinja authorities to

The Observer · 2 Sept 2026

IGG to new officers: Uphold integrity, professionalism and teamwork

JINJA — The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has urged newly recruited officers at the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) to uphold integrity, professionalism and teamwork in the execution of their duties. The IGG made the call while welcoming the new officers during an induction training programme at the Civil Service […] The post IGG to new officers: Uphold integrity, professi

Watchdog Uganda · 1 Sept 2026

Minister Babalanda Pays Glowing Tribute to Late King Oyo

JINJA, Uganda — The Minister for the Presidency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, on Friday paid a glowing tribute to the late King of Tooro, His Majesty Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who passed away at the age of 34. Speaking today at Ivunamba SDA Church Zone in Jinja District, where she presided over […] The post Minister Babalanda Pays Glowing Tribute to Late King Oyo appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

Watchdog Uganda · 28 Aug 2026

Busoga tourism sites get new lease of life through MTN-Masaza Cup

Jinja, Uganda | URN | Football fans travelling across Busoga for the ongoing MTN-Masaza Cup tournament are doubling as tourists, visiting little-known hills and other attractions located near the playgrounds hosting matches across the kingdom’s 11 chiefdoms. The tournament, which has attracted 14 teams grouped into four pools, has deliberately named each group after a … The post Busoga tourism sites get new lease of

The Independent Uganda · 28 Aug 2026

Kyabazinga Celebrates Twin Princes’ First Birthday

JINJA — The Kyabazinga of Busoga, His Majesty William Gabula Nadiope IV, has celebrated the first birthday of his twin sons, Prince William Ethan Nadiope and Prince Arnold Eli Nadiope. The Kyabazinga shared a birthday message on Thursday, August 27, 2026, marking one year since the princes were born. “Today we celebrate one beautiful year […] The post Kyabazinga Celebrates Twin Princes’ First Birthday appeared first

SoftPower News · 27 Aug 2026

PRAU At 50 Celebrations

🤩🥳 Five decades of PR excellence. One historic celebration. Join us for the PRAU At 50 Celebrations and the 10th PRAU Excellence Awards from 20th–23rd October 2026 at Source of the Nile Hotel, Jinja City.🕺🧘‍♂️ Secure your participation through the PRAU Secretariat. #PRAUAt50 Share on: WhatsApp The post PRAU At 50 Celebrations appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

The Independent Uganda · 24 Aug 2026