Byabakama clarified that the extension is not a fresh registration but an opportunity for eligible citizens who have not yet registered to do so. It will also allow registered voters to transfer to a new polling station, provided they prove residency or origin, and enable voters to verify and confirm their details at update centers or via the EC website
Macvic Mugisha, a resident of Nyakinama Sub-County in Kisoro District, recounts his experience in December 2024 at Kampala’s Namayiba Bus Park. He says he was convinced by Abapakasi bus operators that the bus would take him directly to Kisoro for UGX 80,000. However, upon reaching Kabale town, he was ordered to get off the bus.
Museveni praised Oluka’s leadership, highlighting his discipline, efficiency, and commitment to cooperation with the public. “His leadership embodied the values of the NRA/UPDF as a pro-people army,” he added.
In a joint communique issued after the summit held in Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, the leaders said all forms of fighting needed to cease in eastern DRC to resolve the conflict peacefully.
The ED KCCA says that information received from the experts indicates that the fire may have been triggered by the accumulation of methane gas that is beneath the landfill’s surface.
Owiny-Dollo denied Uganda Law Society President from addressing New Law Year gathering which is normally attended by Justices, Judges and representatives from key institutions in the administration of justice. Past Law Society Presidents have addressed such gathering.
The others appointed as Acting High Court Judges include Sarah Langa Siu currently the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, Rosemary Bareebe Ngabirano who has been a Registrar of the High Court.
Bush burning is a common practice in West Nile during the dry season, which runs from January to March. People often set bushes on fire to regenerate fresh pasture, hunt wild animals, or simply out of curiosity.
Akwero had long yearned to use part of the 28-acre piece of the disputed customary land which belonged to her late husband for farming to take care of her eight orphans.
According to reports, Okao and a group of about 30 individuals, who were returning from a disco at Brun’s Night Club, blocked the road and began waylaying pedestrians. Attempts by bystanders to disperse the group proved unsuccessful, leading to a police intervention.
In his message, President Yoweri Museveni said Uganda was making strides in wetland restoration but emphasized the need for every Ugandan to join the fight against wetland degradation.
Ggoobi expressed concern that during heated election periods, many Ugandans tend to abandon their economic activities and focus excessively on politics, which negatively impacts productivity and economic growth.
Some of the losses emanate from taking loans without planning, leading to incidents where the country pays huge penalties on undisbursed loans. The penalties come in form of commitment fees on top of interest on debt. Mukunda called for criminal sanctions where there is negligence or out-right abuse to ensure the officers, be it at the centre or local governments adhere to procedures and processes.
The project’s expansion now includes; Increased Funding Mechanisms, in addition to the current loan structure, new financial pathways are being introduced: Microfinance institutions and cooperatives to cater to women needing UGX 2-3 million loans. Introduction of grants alongside loans to ease financial strain. Risk-sharing mechanisms with banks to improve lending terms for women.
Macvic Mugisha, a resident of Nyakinama Sub-County in Kisoro District, recounts his experience in December 2024 at Kampala’s Namayiba Bus Park. He says he was convinced by Abapakasi bus operators that the bus would take him directly to Kisoro for UGX 80,000. However, upon reaching Kabale town, he was ordered to get off the bus.