Army admits detaining missing Masaka priest as Church, lawyers and opposition demand answers

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces has confirmed it is holding Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, who went missing in Masaka after being seized by armed men. The Catholic Church, lawyers and…

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Museveni Opens Bunyoro Campaign Trail in Kibaale, Praises Owobusobozi Bisaka for Unity and Stability

President Museveni opens his Bunyoro Sub-region campaign trail in Kibaale, praising Owobusobozi Bisaka for unity while outlining progress in security, roads, PDM, water, health and education.

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Suluhu Tells Foreign Powers: Tanzania Won’t Be Lectured on Its Internal Affairs

President Samia Suluhu Hassan delivers a bold message on sovereignty, rejecting foreign pressure and conditional aid while insisting Tanzania will set its own reform agenda.

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Government Releases Shs 529 Billion to Capitalise PDM SACCOs in First FY2025/26 Tranche

Uganda has released Shs 529 billion to 10,589 Parish Development Model SACCOs, with each receiving Shs 50 million to boost investment, production, and parish-level economic growth.

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Hoima City Set to Host Kabalega UMOSPOC Rally 2025, Full Route and NRC Finale Details Revealed

Hoima City will host the Kabalega UMOSPOC Rally 2025, with EMC releasing a full route map including John Kakoge, Summa Stadium, Kyamasuka “The Beast,” and the Lugose Power Stage. The…

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New Government Investments Take Shape as Bugweri Records Major Social Service Gains

President Museveni launches NRM mobilisation in Bugweri District, announcing health upgrades, new seed schools, expanded water access, and urging families to embrace the four-acre model and government livelihood programmes.

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Kiir Fires Powerful Vice President Bol Mel in Sudden Political Shake-Up

South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has dismissed Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel, a once-favoured successor, amid corruption claims and rising tension.

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Kenyan Activists Released After 38 Days of Detention in Uganda

Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, two Kenyan activists held in Uganda for 38 days, have been released following President Museveni's admission of their detention, amid protests, court petitions, and diplomatic…

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Campaigns Launch as Over 2,700 Candidates Vie for 519 Parliamentary Seats

Over 2,700 candidates have launched campaigns to contest 519 parliamentary seats ahead of Uganda’s January 2026 elections, as the EC urges peaceful and lawful conduct.

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