Author: Ali Ruralire

Several youthful anti-corruption protesters were on Tuesday arrested from various parts of Kampala during the anti-corruption march to Parliament. While the police had warned against the march, mainly calling for the resignation of the Speaker of Parliament Annet Anita Among, some brave youth came out to face the military and the police. Some of the protestors emerged from Arua Park in the Central Business District of Kampala to face heavily armed police and the military police. The UPDF also deployed armored vehicles that were seen patrolling the streets in what appeared like a carefully arranged formation. Despite such deployment, the…

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces, met with representatives from the Turkish defence company, Karel, at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) headquarters in Mbuya. During the meeting, the Karel officials showcased their latest defence industry products. The company, established in 1986, has over 20 years of experience in providing solutions for military and defence applications. According to available records, the company generates an annual revenue of $350 million and employs a workforce of 5,000 individuals. Gen Kainerugaba, who also serves as the Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, extended a warm welcome to the Karel delegation…

Matthew Bukenya, Former executive secretary of the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has died. Bukenya, 90, died Monday morning from Rubaga Hospital where he has been receiving treatment. Through X, UNEB, said it was “deeply saddened about the passing of Mr Bukenya.His guidance and mentorship meant the world to most of us in UNEB.” Adding, “We will always cherish the lessons he imparted and the support he provided. His leadership was exemplary, guiding and inspiring. His legacy will continue to shine bright in our hearts and minds. May his soul rest in eternal peace.” Bukenya was the longest serving chief…

The King of Buganda, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi, has returned from Namibia where he has been receiving treatment. The king was welcomef at the Entebbe International Airport by the Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga, Nnaabagereka Sylvia Nagginda, Nnaalinnya Lubuga Agnes Nabaloga, and his children, Prince Crispin Jjunju Kiweewa, and Nnaalinnya Victoria Nkinzi.His stay in Namibia was mixed with protests from his subjects who sought his audience. These claimed that the Kabaka was being held captive, a claim the Namibian government dismissed.

Joe Biden has withdrawn from the 2024 presidential race. In a development that sends the contest into uncharted territory, the US president announced he will no longer be seeking a second term. He has thrown his support behind Kamala Harris, urging Democrats to donate to her campaign as he pulled out. In a letter addressed to “my fellow Americans”, Mr Biden said it had been the “greatest honour of my life to serve as your president”. “While it has been my intention to seek re-election, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me…

The Ministry of Trade PS, Geraldine Ssali Busuulwa, has been arraigned and charged in the Anti-Corruption Court. Ssali has been charged with abuse of office and causing financial loss to the government, among others. She had earlier been summoned by police over the mismanagement of funds meant for compensation of cooperatives associations’ losses during previous wars in Uganda. A report by Parliament faulted the Ministry of Trade for making fraudulent payments totalling 48.77 billion Shillings worth of compensation paid between FY 2019/2020 and 2022/2023 either in excess or completely outside the amounts allocated to specific Cooperatives in the Ministry’s work…

Robert Kyagulanyi has accused the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs of double standards. This follows a request by the National Unity Platform to use the Kololo Ceremonial grounds to commemorate their five years of existence. However, in response, the Defence ministry Kallu Sam on behalf of the Permanent Secretary, informed the National Unity Platform that they cannot use the Kololo Independence Grounds as they are undergoing infrastructural developments. He advised them to seek alternative venues. Through his X, Kyagulanyi argued that the same grounds have been hosting different events, including the 40 years of NRM celebrations. Adding that different individuals…

The government of Uganda has received a second batch of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Vaccine from Egypt to control FMD outbreak in the country. The latest batch arrived just three months after the first shipment of 3 million doses in May. The vaccines were received by Minister of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF), Frank Tumwebaze, Minister of State for Animal Industry, Bright Rwamirama, MAAIF Permanent Secretary, Maj. Gen. David Kasura Kyomukama, the Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and other senior officials, at the Entebbe International Airport. Early this year,…

Police is investigating a robbery incident that occurred on July 15 in Kampala. The robbery captured on CCTV, involved Boda boda riders, who cornered an Indian National at approximately 12 pm at Eso Corner in Kampala city. The victim, who has been identified as Mr. Joshi Keshav, a 32-year-old Indian national and tour and travel company operator based at Crown House, Kampala Road, reported the incident to the Nkurumah Road Police Station. The CCTV footage shows Mr. Keshav on a motorcycle carrying a bag when he was cornered by several riders due to heavy traffic. The assailants proceeded to beat…

Kampala, Uganda – 8 victims namely; Bob Barigye, Alphonse Nkurunziza, Vicent Lubega Nsamba, Gerald Wenani, David Musiri, Sanya Ivan Elivis, Debbo Sean Tevin and Ssekandi Eric. of police brutality have taken legal action against the Government of Uganda and 10 police officers for violating their human rights. These claim numerous illegal arrests, detentions and others. The 8 are part of over 192 human rights defenders including youth, students, civil society groups, oil affected communities, and others involved in campaigns with efforts to promote human and environmental rights who have continued to suffer various violations. The campaigns are aimed at fighting against…