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Robert Kyagulanyi, the leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), has launched a vigorous nationwide mobilization campaign in preparation for the 2026 presidential elections. Starting with local councils, Kyagulanyi aims to build a grassroots network of support to challenge President Yoweri Museveni, whom he accuses of rigging the 2021 elections. The 2021 general elections saw the Electoral Commission declare Museveni the winner with nearly 59% of the vote, while Kyagulanyi came second with 35%. However, Museveni has also accused the NUP of voter fraud, alleging they inflated their numbers by one million votes. Speaking at the NUP headquarters in Makerere-Kavule,…
President Yoweri Museveni has cleared the outstanding debt of Sh50m owed by the family of the late David Besisira, a National Resistance Movement (NRM) youth mobiliser. The amount was paid to Nsambya Hospital by Dr. Balaam Barugahara, the state minister for youth, on behalf of the President. Besisira’s Passing and Financial StrugglesDavid Besisira, aged 41, passed away on December 27, after spending two months in the intensive care unit (ICU) at Nsambya Hospital. At the time of his death, the hospital bill had accumulated to Sh68m. The family managed to pay Sh18m, leaving a balance of Sh50m, which the hospital…
The sudden death of Moses Kigambo Araali, a legendary cultural and musical superstar from Tooro, has stirred public outcry and family discord, casting a shadow over his legacy. Araali passed away on January 5, 2025, at Buhinga Regional Referral Hospital, prompting widespread grief and controversy. Minister Criticizes Hospital Administration Hon. Margaret Muhanga, State Minister for Primary Health Care, has publicly condemned the administration and healthcare workers of Buhinga Regional Referral Hospital for what she described as negligence leading to Araali’s untimely demise. According to the minister, the lack of timely action by the medical team resulted in Araali’s death before…
David Kalemera, the embattled head of Uganda’s State House Revenue Intelligence Unit, has been relieved of his position and reassigned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This decision comes less than a year after his controversial appointment and follows mounting public outrage over his criminal past. Kalemera, a former Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) official, was appointed in July 2024 to lead the newly established Revenue Intelligence Unit, a position critical to combating tax evasion and safeguarding national revenue. However, his appointment sparked immediate backlash due to a 2022 conviction for tax fraud and conspiracy. Critics questioned how someone with a…
In the wake of violent incidents involving rival musician-led gangs, Kampala Metropolitan Police have restricted Ugandan artistes from moving with more than five people to and from performance venues. “Kampala Metropolitan Police and the joint security team do not want to see any artiste moving with a group of youths who are hooligans or whose intention is to cause havoc,” said police spokesperson Patrick Onyango during a press briefing. Onyango outlined that artistes are allowed only five team members, including their manager, DJ, secretary, treasurer, and one personal security guard. Violators will face police screening, with extra individuals detained. Music…
Police in Kajjansi have apprehended Mumbere Brian, alias Natamba, the alleged mastermind behind a wave of motor vehicle number plate thefts. The arrest has led to the recovery of over 30 stolen plates in an intelligence-driven operation. Mumbere’s arrest on January 1, 2025, triggered an extensive operation across areas including Zana, Bunamwaya, and Ngobe. Police uncovered 16 hidden number plates, suspected to have been stashed for extortion purposes. Investigators revealed that Mumbere would hide plates and demand payment from vehicle owners for their return, exploiting victims financially. Further interrogation disclosed additional hideouts, prompting a collaborative operation on January 4, 2025,…
The Uganda Law Council has rescinded its earlier decision and issued a temporary practising certificate to Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua. This allows her to represent Dr Kizza Besigye and Hajj Obeid Lutale before the General Court Martial tomorrow. The Uganda Law Council held a special meeting today to grant Karua a temporary practising certificate. Karua was appointed to lead the defense team of Dr Kizza Besigye, former president of Uganda’s Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), and his aide, Haji Obeid Lutale. The two are facing charges before the General Court Martial for alleged subversion and unlawful possession of firearms. Also…
A miscalculation by the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) will cost taxpayers Shs709 billion after the High Court’s Commercial Division ordered the refund of wrongly assessed taxes and interest to a United Kingdom-based company. In a December 23, 2024, ruling, Justice Susan Abinyo directed URA to reimburse Heritage Oil and Gas Ltd $45 million (Shs164.4 billion) in erroneously assessed Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and an additional $148.5 million (Shs542.5 billion) in statutory interest. The ruling concluded a 165-month legal dispute between the tax authority and the UK firm. Implications for Uganda The decision has sparked concern among analysts, who warn that…
The Uganda Law Council is set to hold a special meeting today to review a second application submitted by Martha Karua, a former Kenyan Minister of Justice, for a temporary practicing certificate. Karua was appointed to lead the defense team of Dr. Kizza Besigye, former president of Uganda’s Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), and his aide, Haji Obeid Lutale. The two are facing charges before the General Court Martial for alleged subversion and unlawful possession of firearms. The Legal Hurdle Karua’s ability to represent her clients in Uganda hinges on her clearance to practice law in the country, as stipulated…
On Sunday, January 5, 2025, family, friends, and colleagues gathered at Itara Village in Rubaya-Kashari, Mbarara District, to bid farewell to veteran journalist Risdel Kasasira. His burial was a solemn occasion, marked by glowing tributes from mourners who described him as a humble, patriotic, and dedicated professional. Kasasira’s untimely death in a car crash has left an indelible void in the Ugandan journalism fraternity and beyond. As mourners spoke, it became evident that his work had touched many lives, transcending the often-fraught relationship between the press and the government. A Unique Position in Ugandan Journalism In his eulogy on behalf…