Current Affairs

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has urged the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) to introduce affordable licensing for public Wi-Fi hotspot operators

Victoria University Chancellor Prof. John Opuda-Asibo has called for Artificial Intelligence to be fully integrated across all university programs, warning that the future of education will depend on how fast institutions adapt to emerging technologies.

Police in Greater Masaka have reopened files on a series of murders dating back to 2012 following the arrest of a man identified as Fred Mujulizi, a suspected serial killer who has been on the police wanted list for more than a decade.

Members of Parliament have raised concerns over environmental safety, waste management and the welfare of garbage handlers at Kampala Capital City Authority’s (KCCA) Buyala landfill, warning that continued dumping could overwhelm the site and expose surrounding communities to health risks.

The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development has formally gazetted His Majesty Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I as the new Omukama of Tooro.

Uganda’s stable financial markets have been credited for driving growth in the unit trust sector, boosting investor confidence and encouraging more Ugandans to save through collective investment schemes.

Parliament’s Committee on Physical Infrastructure has directed three officials from the Office of the Auditor General to record statements with police

The Uganda Police Force is awaiting funding to roll out the third phase of the national CCTV camera expansion, targeting islands, lake ports and other remote areas identified as crime hotspots.

The High Court in Luwero has rejected an application by Nakaseke Central Member of Parliament Kabuye Kyofa seeking to introduce additional evidence to challenge the credibility of affidavits filed by his election rival, former MP Allan Mayanja, and his witnesses.

The High Court in Wakiso has permitted Daniel Kananura to withdraw his election petition contesting the victory of National Unity Platform (NUP) MP George Musisi in Kira Municipality.