The Rakai Fire Case: A Testimony of Tragedy and Treachery
In the latest hearing at the Masaka High Court, the court delved deeper into the tragic event at St Bernard’s Secondary School in Rakai District. The first state witness provided testimony that the fire, which led to the death of…
The Acholi Divide: Ownership and Outrage
The ongoing privatization of government land in the Acholi Sub-region, amounting to over 45,000 hectares, has sparked a debate on land rights and the transparency of such processes. The Ministry of Lands’ report uncovers that private individuals have acquired extensive…
Crisis in Kasese: Schools and Police Battle Over Emergency Protocols
The recent outbreaks of fire at two schools in the Kasese District have unveiled profound deficiencies in the emergency response system and the adherence to safety protocols by the educational institutions involved. On an unusual day, February 29, a devastating…
The IGG Effect: A New Dawn in Uganda’s Corruption Struggle
In the Busoga sub-region, officials have confessed to corrupt practices, attributing them to their low salaries, as revealed by the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) through its recent engagements. Gerald Gwaira, an official from the Ombudsman’s office, reports that public servants…
Unoc and Vitol Bahrain: Pioneering a New Era of Oil Trade
The Uganda National Oil Company (Unoc) has begun the process of selling petroleum products to oil marketing companies in both Tanzania and Uganda. This step is part of a preliminary market test in anticipation of a larger direct import agreement…
Mzee Atanga’s Vote: A Symbol of Hope for Dokolo’s Elderly
In the midst of a heatwave, Mzee Aloysius Atanga, a 92-year-old resident of Dokolo, Uganda, demonstrated his commitment to democracy by voting in the district’s Woman parliamentary by-election. Despite his advanced age and the need for crutches, Atanga made his…
Joel Ssenyonyi’s Quest for Transparency Amidst Parliamentary Scandal
The Opposition Leader in Uganda’s Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, has reached out to the nation’s principal oversight and anti-corruption entities, urging them to delve into claims of significant corruption and misuse of office among parliamentary members. Ssenyonyi’s call for comprehensive accountability…
Navigating Speculation: Understanding the Process of Appointing Uganda’s IGP
The police have issued a caution against engaging in speculation about the next Inspector General of Police (IGP) or the potential renewal of Mr. Martin Okoth Ochola’s term. Ochola, who assumed office in 2018 following Gen Kale Kayihura, is on…
Community Outcry: Calls for Accountability Amid Allegations of Police Misconduct
Police in Jinja District are attempting to find a colleague who allegedly raped a girl suspect in her cell. Kiira vicinity police spokesperson, Mr James Mubi, stated the suspect is connected to Namaganga police submit in Busedde sub-county, Jinja District.“It…
Driving Agricultural Progress: Uganda’s Parliament Greenlights Extension Worker Recruitment Budget
Uganda’s agricultural sector is poised for advancement as Parliament approves a substantial budget allocation of sh10 billion for the phased recruitment and deployment of 5,335 extension workers in the forthcoming fiscal year, commencing July 1. This strategic move underscores the…