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A municipal engineer attached to Lwakhakha Town Council in Namisindwa District has been arrested after allegedly fleeing to Kenya as investigators probed the suspected misuse of public road funds, as the government's nationwide accountability crackdown gathers pace.

The High Court has given the government seven days to establish the whereabouts of former Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi before deciding whether to issue a writ of habeas corpus, saying the court must first know who is holding him in custody.

“Can Uganda build a $500 billion economy if people are afraid to speak?” With that question, Odrek Rwabwogo stepped into one of Uganda’s most sensitive political debates: whether a country can pursue rapid economic transformation while citizens fear challenging those in power. Rwabwogo, President Yoweri Museveni’s son-in-law, has again spoken publicly about governance, urging Ugandans […] The post Can the NRM be save

More than 300 residents turned up for free medical care at the Ggaba Road Corridor Rotary Cancer Run Activation Medical Camp in Buziga last week, underscoring both the demand for affordable healthcare and the importance of early disease screening. Held at the Buziga Islamic Centre Grounds on July 16, the outreach brought doctors, nurses and […] The post Free health camp uncovers hidden illnesses appeared first on The

Nebbi, Uganda | URN | Dilapidated bridges and deteriorating roads across the West Nile sub-region are disrupting trade, increasing transport costs and discouraging investment, with businesses and residents calling for urgent government intervention. Across Nyaravur, Angal Town Council, Parombo, Akworo and Erussi sub-counties in Nebbi District, bridges built more than three decades ago have fallen into … The post Dila

Kwania, Uganda | Residents of Akali and Inomo sub-counties have commended Kwania District Local Government for improving the district’s road network after completing 90% of its planned road construction and…

Leadership Doesn't Start in Parliament: Why Educated Ugandans Should Embrace Local Council Elections PML Daily

Uganda Revenue Authority enforcement officers have intercepted a consignment of smuggled rice concealed inside sacks of corn cobs in Tororo District, exposing yet another increasingly sophisticated tactic used by smugglers to evade customs controls and deny the government tax revenue.

CHIMP SPORT: Vipers Arrive in Kigali for CECAFA Kagame Cup ChimpReports

Mamdani's video drew fierce condemnation from allies of Trump and Israel while earning praise from some voices on the left. The post ‘Evil Anti-Semite!’ Mamdani Ignites MAGA Firestorm – and Draws Liberal Praise – With New Netanyahu Arrest Demand first appeare…

Exiled Ugandan author and lawyer Kakwenza Rukirabashaija has challenged Presidential Advisor Odrek Rwabwogo’s recent comments on freedom of expression, accusing him of repeating concerns raised by government critics while enjoying direct access to the country’s leadership.

The High Court is set to deliver a ruling on a habeas corpus application filed by lawyers of missing Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, amid growing contradictions over his whereabouts and continued uncertainty surrounding his detention.

Kasese, Uganda | URN | A worrying rise in suicide cases and teenage pregnancies has sparked concern among religious, civic and government leaders in Kasese District, with calls for urgent action to protect vulnerable young people. The concerns were raised during a review of the South Rwenzori Diocese’s 10-year Strategic Development Plan held in Kasese Municipality, … The post Kasese leaders alarmed by rising suicides

Six years after its launch, the National Unity Platform has transformed from a political movement linked to People Power into Uganda’s largest opposition party in Parliament, reshaping the country’s political landscape while facing the challenges of institutional growth.

Religious leaders in Wakiso District have urged LC1 chairperson candidates to put community interests ahead of personal ambitions, warning against false promises and excessive campaign spending as grassroots elections gain momentum.

Former Leader of the Opposition Winnie Kiiza has paid tribute to Gen. Moses Ali, remembering him as a dedicated public servant whose humour remained evident even during intense parliamentary debates and national discussions.

I was a junior subeditor at The Independent magazine when I asked my colleague and employer, Andrew Mwenda, what he thought of Museveni’s use of power. By then, I was the editor of Mwenda’s column – a prized item of the newspaper. And as you can imagine, only recently out of university, the most I […] The post Dear next government, it should not be power for power’s sake appeared first on The Observer Media Ltd.

CHIMP SPORT: Lugogo Deemed Unfit to Host League Matches ChimpReports

Lt. Michael Katungi (rtd), a Ugandan citizen, is the subject of an application for extradition to the United States of America. The US government wants him to answer criminal charges in the US. For a Ugandan citizen like me who has been in a near-similar situation, an application for the extradition of a Ugandan citizen […] The post Michael Katungi’s extradition betrays Uganda’s sovereignty appeared first on The Obse

Government Urges Procurement Heads to Champion eGP 2.0 as KCCA Success Story Demonstrates Benefits of Digital Procurement PML Daily

There are many reasons why we should sing the Uganda National Anthem with Pride COMMENT | NANTEZA SARAH KYOBE | On July 10, 2026, the Government of Uganda, through the Uganda Media Centre and the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, launched the “Sauti Ya Uganda” National Anthem Challenge, a nationwide competition inviting Ugandans … The post How ‘Sauti Ya Uganda’ brings the Uganda national anthem to life appeared