Politics & Government

The community service bill offers community service as an alternative to prison sentences, particularly for minor offenses. It's meant to decongest Ghana's prisons and prevent overcrowding once it's signed into law. Ghana's parliament recently passed the Comm…

If President Museveni could reconcile with former armed rebels and their families, why should anyone dismiss reconciliation with Ambassador Olara Otunnu—who never took up arms—as mere gesture politics designed to appease the Acholi people?

The Speaker, Jacob Marksons Oboth has called on Members of Parliament serving on public accounts committees to approach oversight as a duty to safeguard citizens’ trust rather than a platform for political score-settling. “Your duty is not to hunt individuals nor to settle political scores. Your duty is to restore public confidence that government resources […] The post Speaker Oboth warns against using oversight com

Analysts say Israeli cabinet's decision aims to deflect US pressure and fragment the Gaza Strip.

Museveni appoints Juma Witonze Kisekka State Minister for Internal Affairs PML Daily

The Uganda Human Rights Commission has urged citizens to participate in the LC1 elections, saying strong village leadership is key to addressing community challenges and strengthening democracy at the grassroots.

Security agencies in Rwenzori East Region have called on residents to turn up in large numbers and peacefully participate in the Local Council I and Executive Committee elections, assuring voters of enhanced security measures.

President Museveni has appointed Patriotic League of Uganda Greater Mpigi coordinator Juma Witonze Kisekka as State Minister for Internal Affairs, replacing Dr Lawrence Muganga whose nomination stalled after Parliament's Appointments Committee declined to approve him.

The number of people infected with Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has risen to 3,200, including at least 1,405 deaths, Al Jazeera reported citing to government data of DR Congo.

KAMPALA, Uganda — The Uganda Police Force has issued a strong warning against election-related violence and misconduct ahead of the Local Council elections scheduled for Tuesday, 28 July 2026, urging candidates, supporters and the general public to uphold peace and the rule of law throughout the electoral process. In a statement released today, Police Spokesperson […] The post Police Warn Against Election Violence Ah

ONC Manager Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye has called on Ugandans, especially the youth, to participate in the LC1 elections, urging voters to choose leaders committed to accountability, development and improved service delivery.

UHRC Urges Ugandans to Turn Out for LC1 Elections ChimpReports

KAMPALA, Uganda — The Uganda Police Force has intensified its crackdown on the illegal charcoal trade in the West Nile Sub-region, arresting eight suspects during a joint security operation aimed at enforcing the Presidential ban on charcoal production and trade and protecting the country’s forest resources. According to Police Spokesperson ACP Rusoke Kituuma, the operation […] The post 8 Arrested as Police Intensify

The National Resistance Movement has intensified mobilisation ahead of Tuesday's Local Council I elections, urging supporters to vote for party flag bearers as it seeks to build on its performance in the recently concluded Women Council Committee polls.

State Minister for Local Government Justine Nameere has blamed inadequate supervision of public servants and government projects for poor service delivery, warning that non-performing officials will be held accountable.

The Electoral Commission has called for constitutional and legal reforms to enable prisoners to vote, saying it cannot implement a court ruling on inmates' voting rights without a clear legal framework as Uganda prepares for Local Council I elections.

Police have warned against the illegal exploitation of forest resources, particularly charcoal burning in northern Uganda, while also cautioning the public against election-related violence ahead of Tuesday's Local Council polls and highlighting progress in operations against phone theft.

The Otuke District Woman Member of Parliament, Susan Jolly Abeja, has defended her decision to exit the Lango Parliamentary Group (LPG) WhatsApp platform, citing what she described as an unfair…

Minister Jonard Asiimwe has urged learners to embrace co-curricular activities, saying they are essential in building creativity, discipline, teamwork and leadership skills needed for personal and national development.

State Minister for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities Hon. Nakawuki has encouraged Ugandans to explore local tourism attractions, saying wildlife experiences should extend beyond national parks and game reserves