What Museveni said when he walked with ‘corrupt civil servants’ in Kampala
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni now in his 7th term of presidency seems to have finally opened the valves against corruption in Uganda.
Category: National
Ebola forces Uganda to postpone Martyrs’ Day 2026
President Museveni: “I encourage those who had begun their journey to return home, continue observing the precautionary measures, report anyone who is sick, and encourage those who are ill to seek medical care.”
Why UPC wants Museveni to withhold assent to the Sovereignty Protection Bill 2026
UPC respectfully submits that the Sovereignty Protection Bill similarly requires careful reconsideration before assent.
Banyoro urges comprehensive reviews of the Sovereignty Bill before it is enacted
The Sovereignty Bill is slated for approval next week on April 24, 2026, by the eleventh Parliament of Uganda.
Otuke County MP Omara raises concern over debt burden in Uganda
Economist and former banker-turned-politician Omara Paul observed that out of the shs44 trillion URA is expected to collect, shs9.7 trillion is allocated to security, followed by shs11 trillion to human capital development, and over shs7 trillion to road infrastructure.
Proposed NGO funding bill’s harsh penalties and funding control
The proposed bill proposes mandatory prior government approval before accessing external financing, alongside enhanced reporting obligations and oversight mechanisms.
NOSP gives hope to Acholi, Karamoja residents
NOSP intends to accelerate commercialisation in key oilseed value chains and thereby improve the livelihoods and resilience of the small holders engaged in oilseed production and marketing.
Ugandan civil society organisations warn over proposed NGO funding law
They said such measures, combined with ongoing enforcement actions, could significantly shrink civic space and limit the ability of NGOs to operate freely.
Bunyoro: Civil servants warned against corruption
In Hoima City, Maj Martha Asiimwe said that a common vice of corruption among local governments which needs to be tackled is selling government jobs.
Adjumani community donates 45 acres for state lodge, model farm
Speaking on behalf of the landowners, Sisto Amoko explained that the decision to offer the land was not made lightly.
Madi community accuses UPDF of fueling Zoka land conflict with Acholi settlers
The community is also raising concerns about the sale of land in the area, which they say is worsening the conflict.
Blackout at the ballot: How Uganda’s 2026 internet shutdown darkened a nation’s democracy
In 2012, the UN Human Rights Council recognised internet access as integral to the realisation of fundamental freedom.