In an August 8, 2024, letter to Justice Bukirwa, Justice Zeija explained that the judiciary did not receive the instruments from the appointing authority confirming her as a substantive judge.
Educationists argued that instead of producing critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and collaborators who are vital to the long-term health and well-being of communities, the formal education system will breed illiterate graduates if parents continue to abdicate their role in children’s learning.
Dr. Jane Egau, the Under Secretary in the Education Ministry, also acknowledged that while there have been ongoing efforts to address the issue over the years, no effective solution has yet been found. She noted that several schools have implemented their initiatives, some of which are unsustainable or exclude certain students.
Juliet Harty Hatanga, the Deputy Registrar of the ICD told Uganda Radio Network in an interview the judgment in the case will be a landmark for the court which has been handling the trial for over a decade.
Nakiganda informed our reporter on Monday that of the total complaints, 12 have been filed against government institutions such as the police and Uganda Prisons, with the Office of the Attorney General expected to file the defense. One complaint has been filed against the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA).
Marcial Tumusiime, the Greater Bushenyi region Police Spokesperson, confirmed the arrest and stated that an additional charge of escape from lawful custody has been added to Clinton's existing charges, which include murder and aggravated robbery.
The tenants inherited the pieces of land from their grandfathers and others from their fathers since the 1920s. The land belonged to Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi and was managed by the Nkuluze Estate Office, the manager of his estate.
During the altercation, Mukwaya fell to the ground. Onlookers initially dismissed the scene, assuming that Mukwaya had simply been overpowered. However, when Mukwaya failed to get up after nearly 10 minutes, they rushed him to Buwenge General Hospital.
Byamukama explained that the Commission is currently in the Elgon region after completing activities in the Bukedi region and plans to continue across the country. The primary aim of these sensitization efforts is to raise awareness among youths who are approaching voting age or are already eligible.
Rev. Canon Jacob Ateirweho was elected to the position by the House of Bishops on April 17, 2024. Born on August 24, 1968, in Hoima Hospital, Ateirweho accepted Jesus Christ as his savior on April 5, 1991, and was ordained Deacon on February 5, 2006.
Currently, Uganda produces only 10 metric tons of Hass Avocado, far short of the 65 metric tons required by local avocado oil producers. The global market for this crop is valued at over USD 18 billion, yet Uganda earns less than USD 500,000 in export revenue.
Fred Kimbareba, the President of the Mbarara Small Manufacturers Association, expressed that E-business technology has not yet been widely adopted in the region. He highlighted the need for increased awareness about E-business but also noted a prevalent fear of fraud associated with it.
Peter Kitimbo, the field supervisor for the Fuel Marking and Quality Monitoring Program (MQP), reported that non-compliance in East Uganda stands at 33%, with Busoga accounting for 80% of these bad practices.
Presiding over the consecration of the new Bishop of Bunyoro Kitara Diocese, Rev Canon Jacob Ateirweho, at St. Peter’s Cathedral Duhaga in Hoima city on Sunday, Kaziimba noted that some of the arrested youths are still detained. He appealed to the government to consider their concerns and engage in dialogue with them.
Speaking to the athletes in Paris, Uganda’s Head of Delegation, Minister for Sports Peter Ogwang, announced that he would meet with all relevant stakeholders upon returning to Uganda to initiate immediate preparations for the next edition of the Olympic Games, following the example set by many other countries.
John Ninzeyimana Kamara, Bufumbira North County MP in Kisoro district, explained that he is ready to vacate the wetland since he has already started fish farming, where he expects a ready market in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
President Yoweri Museveni addressed the tragedy on his X account (formerly Twitter), directing the State House Comptroller to provide financial assistance to the families of the deceased, offering five million shillings per person, and one million shillings to those injured.
Samalie Namukose, the Assistant Commissioner for Nutrition at the Ministry of Health, addressed this issue during a two-day media breastfeeding training in Kampala. She emphasized that promoting exclusive breastfeeding could prevent up to 11.6 percent of infant deaths.
