DP divided over Masaka grassroots delegates elections
Members of the opposition Democratic Party in Masaka district have split into two factions over the ongoing grassroots elections for district delegates. One faction, led by Bukoto East MP Florence Namayanja, protested against the decision by the party’s district chairman, Fred Mukasa Mbidde, to organize the elections without their involvement.
Soroti policeman kills fellow officer
A Police officer in Soroti has shot dead a colleague and injured another after they attempted to arrest following a dispute at a bar. Police Spokesman, Fred Enanga confirmed the shooting at a media briefing in Kampala. The officer who shot his colleagues has been identified as Emmanuel Obbo, the Officer in Charge of Arapai […]
Mukula quits politics
The Soroti Municipality MP, Mike Mukula has revealed that he is quitting politics this year to allow other politicians take on the mantle of leadership. Mukula, made the revelation at a thanksgiving service in Soroti district.
DPP promises to reopen pension fraud case
The Director of Public Prosecution Justice Mike Chibita has told Members of Parliament that the case in which Shs165 billion went missing from the pension fund, will be reinstated. Justice Mike Chibita was appearing before the legal and parliamentary committee alongside the Police’s Deputy Inspector General of Police Okoth Ochola, and the Director of the […]
Fake pesticides flood Ugandan market
Have you ever sought the services of a fumigation company to spray your house? Chances are that you may have used companies that are feared to be using adulterated chemicals or pesticides not recommended for home use. A group of pest control companies have raised concern about unscrupulous dealers and lack of regulation in the […]
European Union pledges continued support to Uganda
The European Union has pledged to increase support towards the development agenda of Uganda. Speaking celebrations to mark Europe day, Prime Minister Ruhakana Rugunda, acknowledged the importance of the relationship between the European Union and Uganda and the contribution it has made to the Ugandan economy.
Besigye urges Ugandans to turn up in big numbers and vote
Former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) president, Dr. Kiiza Besigye has appealed to all Ugandans to turn up in big numbers and vote during the forthcoming presidential elections early 2016, saying it’s the only way to unseat President Yoweri Museveni. “I’m calling on Ugandans not to boycott the 2016 elections because that is what Museveni […]
Sam Omala finally reports to his new station
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Sam Omala has finally reported to his new station in Busoga region, Bukedea sector days to being declared a deserter of the Uganda police Force. Omala who was transferred to Greater Busoga as the Deputy Commander of Bukedea Sector from commandant Kampala Metropolitan Police (KMP) Field Force Unit in a […]
Pm Rugunda denies being mediator between Museveni and Mbabazi
Prime Minister Ruhakana Rugunda has denied media reports that he is the mediator of reconciliatory talks between President Yoweri Museveni and former Prime Minister Amama Mbabazi. There have been reports that Amama Mbabazi has been tipped for the post of Vice President if he reconciles with Museveni. The Vice President offer to Amama Mbabazi is […]