Copyright Clash: A Pass Challenges Unauthorized Music Distribution
In 2021, A Pass, a prominent dancehall singer, took a bold stance against local websites that freely distributed songs by local artists without compensating them. He insisted that these websites remove his music, clarifying that his issue wasn’t with local…
Debating Uganda’s Refugee Policy: Insights from Parliament
The parliament has turned down a proposal forwarded by the Committee on Equal Opportunities, which recommended a reevaluation of the refugee policy to control their influx to a manageable level. Dorcas Acen, the committee’s deputy chairperson, presented this proposal during…
Concerns Mount Over Potential Renewal of Uganda’s Inspector General of Police
Police have cautioned the public against indulging in speculation regarding the next Inspector General of Police (IGP) or the potential renewal of Mr. Martin Okoth Ochola’s term. Ochola, who took office in 2018 succeeding Gen Kale Kayihura, is expected to…
Ethical Breach: Alleged Rape by Police Officer Sparks Investigation
Police in Jinja District are trying to find a colleague who allegedly raped a lady suspect in her cell. Kiira vicinity police spokesperson, Mr James Mubi, stated the suspect is connected to Namaganga police publish in Busedde sub-county, Jinja District.“It…
Empowering Agriculture: Parliament’s Commitment to Extension Worker Recruitment
Parliament’s recent decision to allocate sh10 billion towards the phased recruitment and deployment of 5,335 extension workers in the forthcoming fiscal year, starting July 1, reflects a significant commitment to empowering Uganda’s agricultural sector. This strategic investment underscores the government’s…
Uganda’s Legal Sphere: Building Resilience in the Face of Modern Threats
In a rapidly changing global landscape, Uganda’s legal community finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with an array of modern challenges that transcend traditional boundaries. President Museveni’s recent address at the New Law Year opening in Kampala served as…
Horrific Tragedy Strikes Bulalaka Village: Community in Mourning After Double Murder
Bulalaka village, nestled within Sala Parish, Tirinyi sub-county of Kibuku District in eastern Uganda, is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating double homicide that has left the community in mourning. The bodies of Twaha Namwoyo, 38, and his wife,…
NUP Lawmaker Analyzes MK Movement’s Evolution
Aisha Kabanda, the Member of Parliament representing Butambala district under the National Unity Platform, offered insights into the transformation of the Muhoozi Kainerugaba Movement (MK Movement) into the Patriotic League of Uganda. Speaking in a televised interview, Kabanda dissected the…
UCFFA Urges Ministry Intervention for Floating Wetland in Lake Victoria
The Uganda Commercial Fish Farmers Association (UCFFA) has issued an urgent appeal to the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF) regarding a significant wetland mass floating within Lake Victoria. In a letter dated Monday, Mr. Dick Lufafa, on…
Admission Shortage for 2023 PLE Graduates Revealed
New data from the Ministry of Education highlights a shortage in secondary school admissions for candidates who passed the 2023 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE). Approximately 20 percent of the 648,662 successful candidates have not been admitted to any secondary school….
