Summary: The leaders and supporters, who gathered holding placards, called on President Museveni and his son, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, to release Dr. Besigye and all other political prisoners. RUKUNGIRI: Leaders and Supporters of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) in Rukungiri District are demanding the immediate release of the Four …
Read More »RUBANDA: Nyarurambi PDM Sacco Chairman, Two Others Arrested Over Shs500,000 Embezzlement
Summary: Last month, State Minister of Finance Henry Musasizi announced that 10 Parish Chiefs in Rubanda District would lose their government positions after being implicated in corrupt activities related to the PDM program. RUBANDA: At least three members of the Nyarurambi PDM Sacco committee, including the Sacco chairman in Nyarurambi …
Read More »JUST IN: NUP Head of Mobilization, Nyanzi, Reportedly Abducted
Summary: Kyagulanyi, in a post on his X handle, stated that Nyanzi was seized at gunpoint by heavily armed men at Kubbiri Roundabout and taken away in a drone to an unknown destination. KAMPALA: Fred Nyanzi, the National Unity Platform (NUP) Head of Mobilization, has reportedly been abducted, according to …
Read More »Gen Kainerugaba Commends Tarehe Sita, Liberation Day Parade Participants
Summary: Gen Kainerugaba lauded their discipline, precision, and professionalism, describing the parades as a testament to the high standards of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF). NEWS: The Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has commended the commanders and participants who …
Read More »Uganda’s Dark Times Return. Free Dr. Besigye & All Political Prisoners! – Dr. Tindyebwa
Summary: Dr. Joseph Tindyebwa, National Vice Chairperson of UPASU, declared that “enough is enough,” demanding that President Museveni release the renowned human rights and democracy activist from what he describes as continuous illegal detention and humiliation. KAMPALA: The University Professional and Academic Staff Union (UPASU) in Uganda has petitioned President …
Read More »Kabale Woman MP Atwakiire Urges Christians to Reject Sectarianism, Emphasizes Unity in Politics
Summary: MP Atwakiire emphasized that the Ten Commandments of God promote unity and are not segregative. KABALE: Kabale District Woman Member of Parliament, Honorable Catheline Atwakiire Ndamira, has reinforced President Museveni’s warning against sectarianism and urged Christians to reject divisive politics based on religion. She emphasized that the Ten Commandments …
Read More »Shame on You! Byanyima Slams Minister Baryomunsi’s ‘Deceitful’ Visit to Besigye in Prison
Summary: Byanyima emphasized that Besigye does not need what she termed as Baryomunsi’s “deceitful counsel” but rather his rightful freedom. KAMPALA: Winnie Byanyima, wife of former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) president Dr. Kizza Besigye, has strongly criticized ICT and National Guidance Minister Dr. Chris Baryomunsi’s visit to Luzira Prison, …
Read More »Bishop Asiimwe Asks Gen Kainerugaba to Forgive Detained Dr. Besigye
Summary: Bishop Asiimwe emphasized the importance of compassion and reconciliation. NEWS: Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, has called for the forgiveness of four-time presidential candidate Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye, whose deteriorating condition in detention has raised concerns among many Ugandans citing Colossians 3:13. Bishop Asiimwe’s appeal …
Read More »Former Rukungiri Woman MP Muzanira Criticizes Clergy’s Silence on Political Prisoners
Summary: Muzanira expressed concerns over the condition of four-time presidential candidate Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye, whose frail state in detention continues to worry many Ugandans. RUKUNGIRI: As Uganda commemorates the life and martyrdom of Archbishop Janani Luwum on February 16, 2025, former Rukungiri District Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Betty …
Read More »President Museveni Pledges UGX 100M and Vehicle to Empower Kigezi Journalists
Summary: President Museveni assured them that their proposal would be considered and reaffirmed his commitment to fighting corruption. NTUNGAMO: President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has pledged 100 million Ugandan shillings to support journalists in the Kigezi sub region through their SACCO, along with a vehicle to facilitate their work. He made …
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