Politics & Government

The former Busiro County East MP says Government's renewed campaign against corruption is necessary but warns that enforcement must respect the law and preserve strong parliamentary oversight.

The latest arrests add to a growing list of young Ugandans detained after attempting to take petitions and protests to Parliament, including anti-corruption and EACOP campaigns.

Tororo, Uganda | PARLIAMENT MEDIA | The Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oboth Oboth has called on leaders across Uganda to emulate the moral clarity and unwavering integrity of the outgoing Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, The Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu. Speaking during a farewell service held at St Peter’s Cathedral in Tororo, … The post Oboth Oboth hails Archbishop Kaziimba for moral clarity, accountabili

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The intervention targets farmers in strategic value chains such as coffee, tea and cocoa, as Government seeks to tackle declining soil fertility and low fertiliser use that continue to limit agricultural productivity and household incomes.

Kampala, Uganda | URN | A government ban on holiday teaching has drawn mixed reactions nationwide. Some parents welcome the break for children to rest and learn home skills, while others fear it will hurt academic progress, especially for exam candidates. The ban targets a long-standing practice in which schools, mainly private, and individual teachers … The post Holiday teaching ban sparks debate among parents, teac

By Arao Denis Kole North Member of Parliament, Dr. Samuel Opio Acuti has raised a matter of national importance on the floor of Parliament concerning the exclusion of critical roads…

Inside battle over Shs2b food deal at Parliament Daily Monitor

LUANDA, Angola, Monday 31 August, 2026 Uganda has called for stronger political ownership, institutional coordination and decisive action to transform Africa’s existing peace and security mechanisms into effective tools for preventing and resolving conflicts on the continent. Addressing the Extraordinary Summit on Strengthening Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Luanda, Uganda’s Minister of Defence,

Pallisa, Uganda | Residents of Gogonyo County in Pallisa District could not hide their joy and relief after their Member of Parliament, Hon. Derrick Orone surprised them with 2,100 branded…

Speaker Jacob Oboth Oboth has urged Archbishop Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu to remain a moral voice for Uganda after his retirement, saying the country will continue to need his guidance on peace, unity and responsible leadership.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has credited the East African Revival with helping transform the moral, social and economic life of communities in Ankole over the past 90 years. President Museveni said the spiritual movement confronted social problems including alcoholism, adultery, dishonesty, poor hygiene, superstition and harmful traditional practices, while encouraging education, discipline and responsible Chris

By Arao Denis Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has directed the Minister of Works and Transport to release fuel for the upgrade of approximately 220 kilometres of central government roads in…

The government government will no longer admit projects into the Public Investment Plan without costed designs and credible feasibility studies, the permanent secretary for ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Ramathan Ggoobi has said. Addressing accounting officers at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Ggoobi said the government has tightened budget execution rules, warning accounting officers against corrupt

The ministry of Education and Sports has lifted the interdiction of Masaka Secondary School headteacher, Zulaika Nabukeera. This was after the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) found insufficient evidence to sustain allegations of misappropriation of funds, irregular recruitment, and abuse of school resources against her. In an August 27, 2026 letter, the permanent secretary in the […] The post Masaka SS headteacher N

EC halts swearing-in of leaders in 10 Namutumba villages over election petitions Daily Monitor

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SPECIAL INVESTIGATION: Why LC1 Leaders Are the First Line of Defense Against Corruption By Brian Mugenyi KAMPALA — Under President Yoweri Museveni’s seventh term, the political slogan “Kisanja No Sleep” signals a push for rapid national development. Yet beneath this mandate lies a critical question: who guarantees that public resources actually reach ordinary Ugandans? While […] The post LC1 LEADERS COUNCIL EXECUTIVE

Government Hails Film Industry as Engine for Job Creation ChimpReports

Kenyan President William Ruto has pledged to work with the Iteso Cultural Union on development initiatives, including cross-border trade and stronger ties among Ateker communities.

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Mourners, religious leaders and politicians have paid tribute to former Second Deputy Prime Minister Gen. Moses Ali, praising his military and political service and commitment to peace and development.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has hailed the East African Revival for its contribution to the moral, social and economic transformation of Ankole over the past 90 years. President Museveni said the Revival helped communities confront social challenges including alcoholism, adultery, dishonesty, poor hygiene, superstition and harmful traditional practices, while promoting education, discipline and responsible Chris