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Dr. Kasonde G. Mulenga Mwinga, the newly appointed World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to Uganda, officially assumed her role after presenting her Letters of Credence to Hon. Oryem Henry Okello, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in Charge of International Affairs. The ceremony, held on February 4, 2025, marks the beginning of a renewed collaboration between Uganda and the global health body. Dr. Mwinga expressed her commitment to deepening cooperation, particularly in strengthening Uganda’s healthcare sector. She praised Uganda’s proactive approach to disease management, highlighting efforts in combating HIV, responding to Ebola and COVID-19 outbreaks, and enhancing immunization programs. Minister…

As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, the Africa Youth Congress (AYC) has thrown its weight behind Rebecca Kadaga, endorsing her for a more significant leadership role in the country. The youth organisation, which brings together young leaders advocating for governance reforms and development, has called for Kadaga to be elevated beyond her current position as First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of East African Affairs. Speaking during an AYC workshop at Hotel Africana in Kampala on Saturday, AYC chairperson Rodgers Kalema emphasized Kadaga’s long-standing commitment to public service, good governance, and the fight against corruption. Kalema called on…

In a plot twist no one saw coming; except maybe his barber, the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has decided that local musician Sadat Mukiibi—better known by his stage name Kalifah Aganaga—should trade his microphone for a seat in Parliament. Yes, you read that right. The man behind hit songs like Oyitangayo is now the party’s official flag bearer in the upcoming Kawempe North MP by-election. The announcement was made on Wednesday at FDC headquarters in Najjanankumbi, where party President Patrick Amuriat Oboi proudly presented their newest recruit. “We need young and energetic leaders,” he declared, while Aganaga nodded enthusiastically,…

Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili Muslim community and a dedicated philanthropist, has passed away at the age of 88. His foundation, the Aga Khan Development Network, confirmed his passing in a solemn announcement on Tuesday. A descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), the Aga Khan devoted his life to humanitarian efforts, guiding millions with his vision of compassion and progress. “His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, Aga Khan IV, 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, passed away peacefully in Lisbon, surrounded by his family,” the statement read. The foundation has…

The Accountant General, Lawrence Semakula, along with eight other senior officials from the Ministry of Finance, was arrested yesterday in connection with the alleged UGX 60 billion Bank of Uganda (BOU) heist. The officials, including Jennifer Muhuruzi (commissioner), Paul Lumala (IT systems officer), Bettina Nayebare (accountant), Mubarak Nasamba (principal accountant), Tony Yawe (senior IT officer), Deborah Kusiima (senior accountant), Judith Ashaba (accountant), and Mark Kasuku (IT specialist), were taken into custody after hours of interrogation at the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) headquarters in Kibuli, Kampala. The arrests were executed by CID officers following an ongoing investigation into the disappearance of…

The government has presented the Excise Duty (Amendment) Bill, 2025 to Parliament, proposing new taxes on locally produced alcohol. The bill, tabled by State Minister for Finance (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi on Tuesday, 04 February 2025, seeks to impose a tax of Shs1,500 per litre on un-denatured spirits with an alcohol strength of 80% or more when made from locally produced raw materials. Additionally, it introduces a tax of Shs1,700 per litre on spirits with an alcohol content below 80%. Un-denatured alcohol, a pure form of ethanol not mixed with other substances to make it unfit for consumption, is…

The Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs has been ordered to present a statement on prolonged pre-trial detention within a week before Parliament. The statement, originally scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2025, was expected to clarify reports that some suspects have been held in jail for up to 28 years without trial. However, Attorney General Hon. Kiryowa Kiwanuka informed the House that the minister was unable to finalize the necessary consultations. He explained that the Judiciary was preoccupied with preparing for the recent Supreme Court ruling on the trial of civilians in the General Court Martial. “I regret to report…

The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development has confirmed the arrest of several officers attached to the Accountant General’s Office (AGO) as part of an ongoing investigation into financial operations at the Treasury. In a statement released on February 4, 2025, Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, assured the public that the Ministry is fully cooperating with the authorities to ensure a thorough probe. The officers in question were summoned and detained by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to facilitate the conclusion of investigations. The nature of the allegations against the arrested officers has not yet…

In a major crackdown on financial malpractice within government institutions, Uganda’s Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) has arrested nine senior officials from the Ministry of Finance over their alleged involvement in the fraudulent diversion of Shs 60 billion (approximately USD 15.7 million) of public funds through the Bank of Uganda. Among those apprehended is Lawrence Semakula, the Accountant General, a pivotal figure in Uganda’s financial management system, responsible for overseeing public funds and ensuring accountability. His arrest has sent shockwaves across the government, raising concerns over deep-seated corruption within the country’s financial institutions. The other officials in custody include Jennifer Muhurizi,…

Uganda has significantly increased its military presence in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), deploying over 1,000 additional soldiers near conflict zones where the Congolese government is engaged in fierce battles with the M23 rebels. According to multiple diplomatic and United Nations (UN) sources, this latest reinforcement has raised concerns about a potential escalation of regional hostilities. The newly deployed Ugandan People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) troops, numbering between 1,000 and 2,000, have been sighted advancing towards the front lines north of Goma, a strategic regional capital that has frequently been a flashpoint in the ongoing conflict. The Rwandan-backed M23…