Politics & Government

The Auditor General's 2025 report says government investments through the Uganda Development Corporation and Uganda Investment Authority are delivering weak financial returns and facing major implementation delays, raising concerns about Uganda's industrialisation drive.

Former Speaker Anita Annet Among on Tuesday attended her first sitting of the 12th Parliament virtually, as legislators reconsidered and passed two tax bills returned by President Yoweri Museveni with recommendations.

Ntungamo District has received 900 bags of organic fertiliser under a government co-funding programme, with leaders urging transparent beneficiary selection to ensure the subsidised inputs reach active farmers and boost agricultural productivity.

Former Speaker of Parliament and Bukedea District Woman Member of Parliament Anita Among today attended the parliamentary plenary sitting virtually for the first time in 83 days, a move that comes amid concerns over prolonged absenteeism from the House. Among participated in the sitting via Zoom, marking her first appearance since her extended absence from […] The post Former Speaker Anita Among Attends Parliamentary

Ondo APC seeks elders’ support to resolve post-primary rancour after the last primary election. The party set up a reconciliation committee to address grie Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-apc-seeks-elders-support-to-resolve-post-primary-rancour/

Justice Minister Norbert Mao has urged Parliament to expedite its inquiry into the leadership crisis at the Uganda Human Rights Commission, saying the findings will guide the appointing authority while cautioning that government cannot directly intervene without undermining the Commission’s constitutional independence.

Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara has ordered a forensic audit into the Shs366 million rehabilitation of Katete Bridge in Mbarara City, questioning whether the work delivered matches the funds spent and directing authorities to pursue the former city engineer who supervised the project.

Uganda will spend about Shs315 billion to construct the headquarters of the African Union Humanitarian Agency in Lubowa, a project government says will strengthen the country’s diplomatic influence and position it as a continental centre for humanitarian coordination.

Former Speaker Anita Among makes first virtual House appearance after 83-day public absence Daily Monitor

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As of Tuesday, 3,802 cases had been recorded, with 1,707 deaths, according to the latest government update.

Kenya's 106,000 village elders will receive a monthly government stipend, smartphones and health insurance under a new package President William Ruto says will strengthen grassroots administration and community security.

Kampala, Uganda — 4 August 2026 The Afro-Arab Youth Council (AAYC) has congratulated Hon. Mansour Lambarki upon his election as Secretary-General of the Istiqlal Youth Organization of Morocco, describing his victory as a reflection of confidence in his leadership, commitment, and dedication to advancing the interests of young people. In a congratulatory message, AAYC Secretary-General, […] The post AAYC Congratulates

CSOs petition Speaker Oboth Oboth over 'illegal' suspensions, inactive NGO Bureau Daily Monitor

Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara has ordered the arrest and interdiction of senior Mbarara City officials over allegations of causing financial loss to government, procurement irregularities and misuse of public funds.

State Minister for Energy Phiona Nyamutooro has called for a review of national adolescent health policies and urged Government and Parliament to consider establishing sexual and reproductive health officers in schools to support learners facing mental health challenges, early pregnancies and other concerns.

Uganda is strengthening its chemical safety systems through enhanced monitoring, emergency response training and improved coordination among institutions as the country moves to fully implement the Chemical Weapons Convention and prevent the misuse of hazardous substances.

Ugandan Migrant Workers Living in Distress, PS Bagiire Tells Parliament ChimpReports

Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara has ordered the interdiction and arrest of senior Mbarara City officials over alleged financial loss to government, irregular contract awards and abuse of office.

Minister Kahinda Otafiire has dismissed claims linking him to a gold mining project on the disputed Njeru Stock Farm land, saying the activity was an exploration initiative by a private investor and accusing critics of misrepresenting the facts.