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Turkey NRM Chapter Commends Government for Repatriating and Resettling Ugandans

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chapter in Ankara, Turkey has commended the Ugandan government for the good job done in the repatriation and resettlement of Ugandans facing hurdles abroad. This came during a meeting with the Senior Presidential Advisor on Diaspora Affairs, who is also the NRM Diaspora League Chairperson, Ambassador Abbey Walusimbi, at the […]

Court Halts Trial of Minister Kitutu Pending Appeal Decision

The trial of Karamoja Affairs Minister Mary Gorreti Kitutu Kimono, accused of causing loss of public property in the iron sheets scandal, has been halted by the Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala. The court decided to pause proceedings until the Court of Appeal determines Kitutu’s appeal, challenging her trial on grounds of alleged torture. The Anti-Corruption […]

Parliament Applauds as Uganda’s Justice Sebutinde Ascends to International Court of Justice Vice President

Lady Justice Julia Sebutinde’s election as Vice President of the International Court of Justice has been met with commendation from Uganda’s Parliament. Sebutinde’s achievement is seen as raising Uganda’s profile internationally. The announcement of Lady Justice Julia Sebutinde’s election as Vice President of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has been met with commendation from […]

Uganda and Algeria Strengthen Military Partnership

Uganda and Algeria are set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding, aiming to strengthen cooperation in advanced technologies, training, and counterterrorism efforts. The meeting between the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs of Uganda and a delegation from Algeria’s Ministry of National Defence emphasized the need for a legal framework to guide collaboration Uganda and […]

Uganda’s Electoral Discourse: Minister Mao’s Call for Constructive Engagement

The Minister of Justice, Norbert Mao, says that Uganda’s electoral challenges stem from its political culture, not the Electoral Commission. He emphasized constructive engagement and referenced his surprising alliance with the ruling party. The Honourable Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has articulated that the primary challenges encountered in Uganda’s electoral processes do […]

Museveni Grants Avocado Investor Land in Refugee Camp Area for Industrial Development

Ugandan President Museveni has authorized the use of 10 square miles of land, including part of the Kyaaka One and Kyaaka Two refugee camps, for economic development. In a letter to the minister of relief, disaster preparedness, and refugees, he allocated five square miles for avocado cultivation and processing, aiming to capitalize on avocado oil’s […]

President Museveni Welcomes American Award-Winning Producer To Film Documentary Showcasing Uganda’s Tourism

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni welcomed Mr. Peter Greenberg, an American producer who has won an Emmy, to Uganda for the filming of a forthcoming documentary project that will highlight the thriving tourist sector in the nation. At an interview at State Lodge in Nakasero, they discussed how Uganda’s distinctive qualities could serve as inspiration for […]

Regional Leaders Confer: Museveni and Uhuru Discuss DR Congo

President Museveni held private talks with former President Uhuru Kenyatta on February 7, 2024, primarily discussing the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. On Wednesday, February 7, 2024, President Yoweri Museveni convened private discussions with Uhuru Kenyatta, the former President of Kenya. According to sources, the primary focus of their conversation centred on the […]

Ugandan Jurist Julia Sebutinde Elected Vice President of International Court of Justice

Ugandan Judge Julia Sebutinde was elected Vice President of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for a 3-year term. She has been an ICJ member since February 6th , 2012, previously serving as a judge for the Special Court for Sierra Leone. Ugandan Judge, Julia Sebutinde was elected the Vice President of the International Court […]

President Museveni Enacts Civil Aviation Authority Amendment Bill into Law

President Yoweri Museveni signed the Civil Aviation Authority Amendment Bill 2024 into law, aiming to enhance aviation security in Uganda. The bill, passed by Parliament, addresses gaps identified in the Civil Aviation Act and aligns Uganda’s aviation authority with international standards. President Yoweri Museveni signed the Civil Aviation Authority (Amendment) Bill 2024 into law, Deputy […]