Know your parliament | Part 2 By Ndagire Doreen The Uganda parliamentary building consists of;- The Independence Arch: The independence Arch is the major feature at the main entrance to the Parliamentary Building along Parliamentary Avenue. It is a historical monument that was constructed to commemorate the independence of Uganda in 1962. The foundation stone for this Arch was laid by the (then) prime Minister of Uganda Dr. Apollo Milton Obote on 5th Oct 1962. District Symbols: The gate at the independence Arch bears the emblems of the kingdoms and the districts of Uganda at the time of independence. These … Continue reading Uganda’s parliament draws close to you – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius Makerere University researcher, Dr. Stella Nyanzi has eulogized former FDC Party presidential candidate Maj Gen Mugisha Muntu in a statement she released on her facebook page for being a practicing democrat. Muntu was defeated by Amurait Patrick last week for FDC Party presidency during the national delegates conference in Namboole which has left many Ugandans especially in the opposition on the next move for Muntu. During a press conference today at Hotel Africana in Kampala, Maj Gen Muntu said that he will not leave the FDC Party being a founding member and will continue from where he … Continue reading Muntu has raised the bar for democracy, Stella Nyanzi -GenPost

By Our reporter Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng, today morning, received 156 motorcycles and 97 computers worth $700,000 from USAID-MSH to support implementation of Medicines and Laboratory Supervision. This equipment will enable supervisors reach health facilities and submit performance data for decision making directly to Ministry of Health. Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng  also today commissioned a mobile laboratory, a donation from World Health Organization (WHO) and other development partners at Kapchorwa Hospital. The laboratory is to intensify surveillance of Marburg Virus Disease in Eastern Uganda and will also be used to equip health … Continue reading Health Ministry receives motorcycles from USAID – GenPost

By Our reporter The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) anti corruption enforcement teams in Iganga and Busitema enforcement teams arrested 17 cycling smugglers in Muwayo TC belonging to the “First 11” notorious group. Among the items which were recovered during the operation included; 61 cartons of wheat flour, 10 bags of rice, 6 bags of sugar and 17 bicycles. One of the smugglers belonging to the “First Eleven” also known to the local community as “Special Transporters” who thrive to riding contraband in bands beyond the border was arrested after the enforcement team being alerted by a vigilant citizen and he … Continue reading One arrested by URA over smuggling -GenPost

By Our Reporter Kampala capital city Authority (KCCA) has warned the public over heavy rains which may cause flooding in the city. According to the The Uganda National Meteorological Authority forecast, the rainy season is at it’s peak leaving Kampala and it’s surrounding areas to receive between and above normal rainfall. “The current heavy rains are consistent with this forecast. This means that there is increased risk of flooding due to heavy rains and thunderstorms. The flood impacts are being felt all around the city but especially in low-lying areas,” KCCA posted on its Facebook page. “KCCAatWork around the clock … Continue reading KCCA warns public over city flooding -GenPost

By Sseninde Julius The 3rd Kampala Climate Change Stakeholder Dialogue themed; “Stake of Urban Planning in Building Climate Smart Cities” organized by Kampala City Council Authority (KCCA) took place today in Kampala. The dialogue engaged climate change actors and stakeholders in the city to evaluate progress towards achieving the goals and objectives of the Kampala Climate Change Action Plan. “How do we move from the plans, policies and documents to implementation? People need to see examples to believe in the projects. For all the climate-smart strategies we have, let’s focus on how to go ahead with the implementation,” KCCA’s Executive … Continue reading Jennifer Musisi urges climate change stakeholders to focus on implementation -GenPost

By Our reporter Katwe Division Police in partnership with crime preventers have today arrested a group of thugs along Entebbe road following the recent launch of the Christmas Cleanup Operation code named “Nyoosha Njia”. Earlier this week, the Kampala Metropolitan Police Commander CP. Mwesigwa Frank addressed the residents along the Entebbe Express Highway and promised them to flash out the illegal thugs that turned the new road into a revenue collecting venture. The Katwe Division team received reliable information about a group of young men between the ages of 19-25 reported to be collecting revenue in the guise of working … Continue reading Police arrests thugs over Entebbe Express highway robbery – GenPost

By Our Reporter Uganda Police Force has today, November 29th 2017, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Operation Wealth Creation. According to the statement released by the spokesperson of the Uganda Police force, SSP Emilian Kayima, the MOU is focused on issues of unemployment among the youth and vulnerable groups. “This will also change the security situation as it has vividly been seen in both Nansana Municipality and Katabi Town Council where the fight against women murders yielded results, thanks to the partnership that was piloted. ” the statement added. Those who attended include; Hon. Esther Mbayo, Minister for Presidency … Continue reading Uganda Police sings MOU with Operation Wealth Creation – GenPost

Know your parliament | Part 1 By Ndagire Doreen A parliament is a legislative, elected body of government that comprises of elected and appointed representatives that meet to draft, debate and pass laws for the good governance of the country.  Article 77 (1) of the 1995 People’s Constitution clearly states that “there shall be a parliament in Uganda”. Uganda’s parliament is located in Kampala capital, plot 6-18, parliamentary Avenue. Parliamentary Building architectural plan was drawn by Peatfield & Bodgenor, an Architectural firm from the United Kingdom. The construction was done by Mowlem Construction Company Limited.  The foundation stone was laid by H.E. … Continue reading Uganda’s parliament draws close to you – GenPost

By Deo Kimuli Entebbe Airport Handling Services LTD known as ENHAS has been officially sold to Arabs of Dubai. They have cut off all privileges of existing workers and many are going to be laid off, no food no bonuses what is left is just transport,and they have been informed that Arabs will take most of the top managerial positions at ENHAS. ENHAS was formed in 1996, which subsequently is believed to have been the beginning of the troubles of Uganda airlines which finally closed shop in May 2001, since it had lost some of the lucrative passenger handling service … Continue reading ENHAS sold to Arabs – GenPost

By Kiyengo David The outgoing FDC President Maj. Gen. Mugisha Muntu has called upon his successor Patrick Oboi Amuriat and his group that outed him from office for a dialogue as a way to resolve issues that are isolating the party. Before the recent concluded party elections, the elected president Patrick Obi Amuriat and Mugisha Muntu’s supporters were attacking each other as some named Muntu a flop and spy which brought confusion within the party hence carrying out parallel activities. In a news conference called by Mugisha Muntu at Hotel Africana announced their next move of carrying out consultative meetings … Continue reading Muntu calls for Party Dialogue – GenPost

By Our Reporter Mr. Mohamed Tarek Abdel Ghany Sallam, Ambassador designate of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Republic of Uganda presented his credentials to the State Minister of Foreign Affairs responsible for Regional cooperation, Hon.  Philemon Mateke, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Headquarters in Kampala on 24th November 2017. Hon. Philemon Mateke welcomed and congratulated him on his appointment to Uganda as an Ambassador. The Minister informed him that Uganda and Egypt have a lot in common and the two sister countries have always enjoyed good relations. He however noted that a lot could still be done … Continue reading Egypt’s Ambasador presents his credentials to Foreign minister – GenPost

By Our Reporter The anti corruption week 2017 kicked off today morning with a matching procession in the Kampala Central Business District. This year’s week will be run on a theme “Restoring Integrity in Public service.Regaining citizens’ Trust in the Anti corruption Fight”. This year,the following Agencies are taking lead in the activities; Uganda Revenue Authority ,The Inspectorate of Government, The Directorate of Ethics and Integrity, The Directorate of Public Prosecution,  Uganda Police  Office of the Auditor General, The Anti Corruption Coalition Uganda  and Transparent International-Uganda chapter. Alhaji Ali Kirunda Kivejinja, Uganda’s 2nd Deputy Premier, flagged off the staff from … Continue reading URA launches the anti corruption week – GenPost

By Our reporter Kampala Capital City Authority to host  the 3rd Annual Kampala Climate Change Stakeholder Dialogue tomorrow, November 29th. The dialogue will run on a theme “Stake of Urban Planning in Building Climate Smart Cities” and will commence at 8am. The objective of the Change Stakeholder Dialogue is to promote Community led approaches to addressing Climate Change challenges. This dialogues is a platform that brings climate change actors and stakeholders in the city to evaluate progress towards achieving the goals and objectives of the Kampala Climate Change Action Plan. KCCA also went on to release a hashtag, #Kampala4Climate, which … Continue reading KCCA to host the 3rd Annual Kampala Climate Change Stakeholders dialogue -GenPost

By Our reporter His Excellency,Yoweri Museveni, the President of the Republic of Uganda today attended the swearing-in ceremony of President Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy President William Ruto Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya. President Museveni through his Facebook page thanked President Uhuru for inviting him. “On Uganda’s behalf, I congratulate Kenyans upon the peaceful election and congratulate Their Excellencies Kenyatta and Ruto on their victory,” he posted on his Facebook page. “Beyond politics, I urge Kenyans and East Africans in general, not loose sight of the need for peace, work for prosperity and ensure development,” he added. President Uhuru Kenyatta and … Continue reading Museveni attends Uhuru’s inauguration, urges Kenyans to keep peace – GenPost

By Kiyengo David The swearing in ceremony for the newly elected FDC party president has once again been postponed from Thursday 30th to Friday 1st December this year. The rescheduling came after receiving a letter from the outgoing party president Mugisha Muntu alerting them about his absence on Thursday and requested them to once again reschedule the function. In a letter issue out from FDC and signed by the Deputy Secretary Gen. Harold Kaijja, they have decided to reschedule the swearing in ceremony as request by the outgoing president in order to give him chance to also witness the swearing in … Continue reading Amurait’s swearing-in postponed again, rescheduled to Friday – GenPost

By Davis Joel The Uganda Nurses and Midwives Union (UNMU) is requesting for a 400 percent salary increment for its members and allowances totalling to 9 million Shillings for each of them. The nurses are threatening to lay down their tools if their request is not met within the next seven days.  The Union, an independent entity working to safeguard the professional, social and organizational interests of nurses and midwives fronted the demand through a letter to the permanent secretary Ministry of Public Service.  The letter is copied to the Prime Minister Dr Ruhakana Rugunda, Speaker Rebecca Kadaga, Health Minister … Continue reading Nurses demands 400% salary increase, they are to withdraw services – GenPost

By Our reporter Today 27 November 2017, the Chief of Defence Forces Gen. David Muhoozi has decorated General officers and senior officers of the UPDF at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran affairs headquarters Mbuya hill. The officers were among the over three hundred newly promoted officers on the 19th November 2017 by H.E the President of the Republic of Uganda and the Commander-In-Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces, Gen (Rtd) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. While making his remarks after performing the decoration ceremony, Gen. David Muhoozi reminded promoted officers of the opportunities and responsibilities that come with the new … Continue reading Promoted UPDF soldiers decorated, urged to take on new opportunities and new responsibilities – GenPost

By Our reporter Police have asked the public to be vigilant and report cases of stealing motor vehicles for ease of tracking and prosecution of suspects. While addressing a press conference at police headquarters in Naguru, Kampala, Police spokesman Senior Superintendent of Police Emilian Kayima said that many Ugandans continue to lose motor vehicles to criminals and after they get dismantled and sold as scrap. “They also modify others through tampering with the chassis numbers and sell them locally or drive and sell them beyond borders to DRC, South Sudan or Tanzania,” he added. Kayima revealed that criminals trail their … Continue reading Don’t fall prey, police cautions public over car theft – GenPost

By Kiyengo David The swearing in ceremony for the newly elected leadership of FDC that was slated for today has been postponed to Thursday this week on 30th due to undisclosed within the party. This follows FDC presidential election which happened last Friday in Namboole National stadium where Patrick Oboi Amuriat was declared winner after knocking Mugisha Muntu out of offices with 641 to 463 and was immediately sworn in that very night. The party legal team advised them to re-organize the swearing in ceremony because it was wrongly acted. The swearing in was therefore scheduled for today at party headquarters … Continue reading Amurait’s swearing in postponed as FDC to embark on “togikwatako” campaign next week – GenPost

By Our reporter The new Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) president elect, Patrick Oboi Amuriat (POA) has come out to deny allegations that he works for former FDC president, Dr Kizza Besigye. While appearing at one of the local based television (NBS)  this morning, Patrick Amurait said that “I have never walked in the shadow of Besigye. I have walked in the light of POA. The POA who is being undermined today, is a performer and an achiever. I should be allowed time to settle down and do my work.” Amurait also noted that you can’t wish Besigye out of … Continue reading I don’t work for Besigye, Amurait – GenPost

By Walyemira Comrade National Resistance Movement (NRM) has deliberately messed up the Education system in Uganda and it should be held responsible for the messing up our youths especially. When one reads Daily Monitor of Wednesday, November 22, 2017  on page 2 there is an article titled: “Government changes policy on science”. First Paragraph reads-  ‘Thirteen years later, the government is proposing to drop two of the science subjects taught at lower secondary level because students consistently failed them in national examinations’. We have been all along complaining about this issue as parents but the government went ahead to academically … Continue reading NRM government has messed up the education system | Personal Opinion

By Our reporter Aviation police yesterday arrested a woman trying to smuggle out cocaine worth 397 million through Entebbe Airport. The suspect identified as Beatrice Isaro a nurse from Rwanda was detected by the new technology equipments installed at the airport and was found with drugs concealed in a suitcase. “Police recently procured machines with high technology intelligence which can never miss any slight illegal slip-in and that’s why we were able to arrest Isaro who tried to smuggle narcotic drugs out of the country”, the CIID Spokesperson SP. Vincent Ssekate said. The aviation officers on arrest searched the luggage … Continue reading Woman arrested for snuggling cocaine worth Shs 397M – GenPost

By Our reporter Jinja Catholic Diocese yesterday celebrated its Golden Jubilee under the theme “Remain in my love”. President Museveni who was a Chief guest congratulated the diocese upon this achievement. “This diocese was formed when I was already around and I thank God for giving me life to be able to witness all these developments,” president Museveni said. He also noted that the time of the diocese’s formation, the country was in turmoil. Ministers like Matthias Ngobi, Grace Ibingira, Balaki Kirya and George Magezi were arrested. Subsequently, prelates like Fr Kiggundu and Archbishop Janani Luwum were extra-judicially killed. “These … Continue reading Museveni pledges Shs 50m to Jinja Catholic diocese – GenPost

By Kiyengo David. As FDC delegates were waiting for the outcome of the election of the party president, some of them resorted to catching grasshoppers which flooded Namboole stadium. The floodlights in the stadium attracted a swarm of grasshoppers on Friday night, leaving some delegates divided between following proceedings and trapping the delicious insects. Many of the delegates were seen jumping up and down in the playing area, trying to catch the grasshoppers as Some were seen pacing up and down looking for polythene bags to pack the insects. Continue reading FDC Voting end up with Delegates catching Grasshoppers – GenPost

By Kiyengo David Patrick Oboi Amuriat is now the new president of Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) after him defeating Maj Gen Mugisha Muntu, the incumbent in a hotly contested FDC presidential race at Namboole stadium with a collection of 641 votes making a percentage of 57.6%. Mugisha Muntu managed to score 463 making a difference of 178 votes. Muntu had been party president since November 2012 when he defeated Nandala Mafabi, the then leader of the opposition. As the outcome of the election became clear, supporters of Amuriat, popularly known as POA, sang songs and jubilated while those of … Continue reading Amuriat knockout  Muntu from office – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius Bobi Wine’s son Solomon Kampala and Baby Gloria named ambassadors of the DSTV Kampala children’s run. The children’s run which will happen on 3rd December at Uganda museum will be aimed at collecting funds to build laterines and avail clean water for schools in rural areas that really need the provision. “Bring your children to participate in an event that will teach them the value of giving back to the community.” Barbie Kyagulanyi, mother to Solomon Kampala posted on her facebook page. Continue reading Bobi Wine’s son named Dstv marathon ambassador – GenPost

By Davis Joel Uganda Revenue Authority has warned importers against dumping goods destined for other countries in Uganda. URA commissioner General’ Doris Akol has expressed  concern this  afternoon as she jointly addressed the media with visiting commissioner General’s from Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Rwanda  and Burundi. The East African Revenue Authority commissioner General’s meeting is hosted by Uganda through its tax collection body Uganda Revenue Authority at Sheraton Hotel in Kampala where issues affecting the sector are to be discussed and find their solutions. Doris Akol says the Electronic cargo trucking system has succeeded minimising cases of tax avoidance but they … Continue reading URA warns importers over counterfeits and smuggling of products -GenPost

By Our reporter The new president of Zimbabwe Emmerson Mnangagwa has assured former president Robert Mugabe he and his family would be safe in the country. Mnangagwa said this when the two men spoke for the first time since he returned home this week, according to the state-owned The Herald newspaper. Mugabe and Mnangagwa had reportedly agreed that the former leader may not attend the swearing-in ceremony because he was tired. Source – CGTN Africa Continue reading You are safe, Mnangagwa assures Mugabe – GenPost

By Davis Joel The European Medical Corps comprising two European experts and a mobile laboratory provided by the German Federal Foreign Office are being deployed to Kapchorwa district, the epicentre of Uganda’s latest outbreak of Marburg virus disease to assist government officials eradicate the burden. The intervention will bolster efforts by Uganda’s health ministry and the World Health Organisation (WHO) to manage the disease and advance virus-related readiness in the region by building capacities across laboratory staff and clinicians in Uganda and Kenya. It will also offer on-the-spot diagnostic capacity and improve preparedness for future outbreaks of Marburg and other … Continue reading EU Medical Corps and mobile lab deployed to Uganda to fight Marburg

By Davis Joel Government through the health ministry and the agriculture ministry has confirmed the outbreak of Rift Valley fever in Uganda in the central districts of Mityana and Kiboga. In a press statement issued by the Acting director clinical services Dr Charles Olaro, revealed that so fur two persons were confirmed dead of this epidemic following the confirmatory tests from the blood samples of the deceased as per the results from the Uganda Virus Research Institute in Entebbe. The samples taken from a one deceased from Kiboga district, a 26 year old man, who was a forest ranger, who … Continue reading Govt confirms Rift Valley Fever in Mityana and Kiboga districts, two dead
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By Sseninde Julius Forum for Democratic Change  (FDC) party are to decide today their next party president for the next five years after a campaign that has toiled for over three months. FDC presidential candidate who also doubles as the incumbent president, Maj. Gen Mugisha Muntu, has come out to thank his supporters for their contribution during the all campaigning period. “As we finally choose the next president, I’d like to thank everyone that contributed to my campaign. From tweets & Facebook mentions to joining us on the trail, THANK YOU.” he posted on his Facebook page. Muntu also noted … Continue reading Muntu appreciates supporters contribution -GenPost

By Our Reporter Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is hosting a two-day meeting of the 43rd East African Revenue Authorities Commissioners General (EARACG) at Kampala Serena Hotel. The meeting which is on its day 2 has attracted officials from the East African Community (EAC) member states which include Kenya, Tanzania, Burundi among others. While addressing participants yesterday, the  URA Commissioner General, Doris Akol noted that the major goal of the EARACGs’ forum is “to ensure that we attain harmonised, standardised, and integrated tax administration systems among the EAC partner states”.  “These meetings, therefore, provide a platform for exchange of ideas and … Continue reading East African revenue Chiefs meet in Kampala – GenPost

By Kiyengo David The forum for Democratic change FDC chairperson Ambassador Wasswa Birigwa says that the party should focus on winning the local Council and women elections as one of the ways of building and strengthening their grassroot leadership. Birigwa advised the delegates to vote for the right candidate who work towards restoring their stolen presidential victory and give more momentum to the party to take power, build party cohesion and end Museveni’s leadership. In the same way one of the senior leader in the New patriotic party NPP in Ghana Samuel Paine appealed to the delegates to vote for … Continue reading FDC delegates to decide there next president – GenPost

By Our Reporter Musician Bobi Wine who also doubles as the Kyadondo East MP yesterday night staged up a superb performance in Kamuli in a stadium which was full to capacity. This followed police’s permission to allow Bobi Wine to continue with his concerts provided he wasn’t to mention anything political on stage. Bobi Wine has been interrupted three times while on stage by police which has put his music career at stake ever since he joined political activism. “The road to Freedom is long and rough but together we shall get there,” he posted on his Facebook page. Bobi … Continue reading Bobi Wine set Kamuli on fire – GenPost

By Our reporter Makerere University Researcher Dr Stella Nyanzi’s case adjourned to 20th December 2017 as the Chief Magistrate and State prosecutor fail to make it to court this morning. Stella Nyanzi who is accused of calling President Museveni “a pair of buttocks” has failed to get the first hearing of her case as the magistrate and state prosecutor dodge the court session due to the ongoing on sit down strike over their salary increment. “How can I be subjected to four consecutive adjournments without hearing? How can the trial Chief Magistrate assigned to my case dodge my hearing three … Continue reading Stella Nyanzi’s case adjourned as she blasts Gov’t with unkind words – GenPost

By Amuron Joy A court in Milan has sentenced Brazil International Robinho to nine years in prison for a group sexual assault,  according to Italian state news agency ANSA. The former AC Milan and Manchester City forward has been convicted of being one of six people involved in the assault of a 22 year old woman at Milanese night club on January 22, 2013. Robinho played for Milan between 2010 and 2015. He is currently with Atletico Mineiro and made his last appearance for the national team against Colombia in January. Robinho is a Brazilian national currently residing in his … Continue reading Ex- Man City forward Robinho sentenced to 9 years in prison – GenPost

By Ngabo Edward Police in Kabale are holding a 38 year old man for alleged aggravated defilement and incest. Denis Mucunguzi a resident of Isingiro cell, Kyasaano parish in Kamuganguzi sub county, Kabale district is accused of defiling his 13 year old biological daughter.  The victim is a primary three pupil at Kyasaano Primary School in Kamuganguzi Sub County. Mucunguzi is alleged to have started defiling his daughter in October. He was arrested on Wednesday morning. Mucunguzi was arrested after his daughter informed her uncle John Mwesigwa that her father was defiling her. Mwesigwa says that his niece informed him … Continue reading Man arrested for defiling daughter – GenPost

By Davis Joel Experts have urged government Heads of the East African community states to address issues of social security with a target of improving on plight of the poorest community. This plea was made by experts led by the Managing Director of National social security Fund in Uganda, Richard Byarugaba, while making the remarks as he is officiating the opening of the 10th East and central Africa social security association during its annual conference running under the theme ” Transforming social security from theory to practice” at Serena Hotel in Kampala. Byarugaba says the respective countries should aim at adopting policies … Continue reading EAC member states urges Gov’t heads over social security to empower communities – GenPost

By Davis Joel Following the death of Ruhaama County Member of parliament Beijukye William Zinkuratiire, the NRM electoral commission has set the 8th of December 2017 as the polling day for fresh elections. The late Beijukye who replaced the First lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataha Museveni as area MP passed on this month at Nsambya hospital. Speaking during the release of the roadmap at the NRM electoral commission, the commission chairman Dr. Tanga Odoi said expression of interest and picking of nomination forms starts today the 23rd- 28th November 2017. Nomination of candidates will be on Wednesday 29th-30th Nov … Continue reading NRM reveals road map to replace Ruhaama county MP
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By Davis Joel Government has been asked to review the methods being used in promoting family planing to public since the demand of these services is instead declining in the country yet the population in massively increasing. The call is made by executive director National planing Authority, who also doubles as the Busoga premiere, Joseph Muvawala. Muvawala said that the methodology that government took in discriminating information about the relevancy of the contraceptives is not worth now following various negatives and perceptions in the public about them. He also cautioned cultural and religious leaders against the move to promote family … Continue reading NPA boss urges Gov’t on family planning methodology – GenPost

By Kigozi Abdul Vipers SC vs Kirinnya Jinja SS FC @ st. Mary’s stadium – Kitende. The AUPL returns with a tricky and testy clash between the Kitende based Venoms and the Jinja giants of Kirinnya SS on Tuesday evening with both sides targeting  victory. After producing unfair results to their fans,  Vipers SC aim to attain their first win in their previous three encounters with a recent defeat of (3:1) against the reigning champions on Tuesday. However on the other side, Kirinnya Jinja SS seek to maintain the first clean sheet after conceeding in their last five league engagements. … Continue reading AUPL match preview : Wasteful Vipers hosts stubborn Jinja students – GenPost

By Our Reporter Musician and MP Kyadondo East Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi wine receives a resounding welcome to Kamuli district ahead of his show tonight. “You can never know how precious your Freedom is, until someone tries to take it away from you. We finally made our way to Kamuli.” he posted on his page. “After having our shows blocked twice, we are finally performing in the Kamuli grounds tonight. The police has warned that I should only allow Bobi Wine on stage but they do not want to see Hon.Kyagulanyi. They also told me that I must not make … Continue reading Bobi Wine in Kamuli tonight – GenPost

By Our reporter The former Member of Parliament for Igara East constituency in Bushenyi district, Mr. Micheal Mawanda Maranga was nominated today morning to re-contest the seat after loosing to Andrew Martial in 2016 parliamentary elections During a press briefing after his nomination at Bushenyi district council hall, Mawanda (Independent) vowed to crack down on vote thieves because they were a result of his loss in 2016. Mawanda lost to Andrew Martial in 2016 parliamentary elections which court of appeal on Oct 03, 2017 cancelled on grounds of bribery and vote rigging. Other candidates who were nominated include Mr. Katana … Continue reading Mawanda nominated ahead of Igara East parliamentary by-election – GenPost

By Our Reporter The construction of the New Nile Bridge in Jinja is at a great progress as the installation of cables underway. According to Uganda National Road Authority (UNRA), physical works are at 58% as the new Nile Bridge  is designed for the speed of 120KM per hour upgrading from the existing bridge design speed that provides for 20KM per hour. The new Nile Bridge is expected to boost trade in the East African region upon it’s completion. Continue reading New Nile Bridge on a great progress – GenPost

Italian film director, Vincenzo Marra, meets young photography/videography students at the Bwaise Business and Vocational Institute (BBVI) Vincenzo Marra is in Kampala as guest star of the Italian Cultural and Culinary Week, organised by the Embassy of Italy in Uganda. Yesterday he honoured an invitation by the European Union Delegation to Uganda to lecture at the BBVI where the EU funded project “Strengthening Social Cohesion and Stability in Slums Population” (SSCoS) is taking place. The project is implement in cooperation with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and Action for Fundamental Change and Development (AFFCAD). The Italian film director met … Continue reading Italian film director tips Ugandan youth – GenPost

By Our reporter Former flying squad boss in Mukono, Muhoozi Rwengo’s body has been put to rest this afternoon at his ancestral grounds in Nyakinama sub county,Kisoro district. Muhoozi passed on early this week after his vehicle he was driving chasing after suspected robbers hit a tree along Mukono -Katosi road and overturned killing him instantly. Commandant of Police Flying Squad, Assistant Commissioner of Police Muhangi while speaking at the burial described the deceased as a committed officer ready to serve his country. “The fact that Muhoozi died on duty shows how much he valued his job.” Muhangi said. The … Continue reading Fallen flying squad officer put to rest – GenPost

By Our reporter Uganda Human Rights lawyer and Activist Nicholas Opiyo of Chapter Four will today evening receive the German African Prize for 2017 from the Federal President Frank Walter Steinmeier. This prestigious award recognizes Nicholas Opiyo’s contribution to human rights, rule of law and constitutionalism in Uganda and the region. Nicholas has been impactful to many lives and exemplary in CSOs and legal fraternities as far as the roles and responsibilities of a Human Rights Defender are. In his honour, there will be a special performance by Geoffrey Oryema, a renown Ugandan artists living in France. Continue reading Ugandan lawyer receives International Award – GenPost

By Davis Joel The government of Uganda and the global fund have today launched a USD 478M support grant for HIV, TB and Malaria that will run curative programmees for the next three years. Officiating at the launch of the support programme, the Prime Minister Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda mentioned that this funding is historical since it’s the highest on the African continent which is a sign of confidence which partners have in Uganda’s systems.  He  urged the finance ministry to see that govt contributes USD.1.5M over the next three years as well as meet its counterpart funding so as the … Continue reading Uganda – Global Fund launches HIV, TB & Malaria Grants support plan – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius Mukono Municipality Member of Parliament, Hon. Bettey Nambooze today returned back home (Uganda) safely from India. Nambooze was flown to India earlier this month for further medical treatment where she under went a successful spine surgery.  She has metal implants in her spine. Hon. Nambooze has organised a thanksgiving service atSt. Augustine Church Seeta/Mukono. Hon Betty Nambooze was part of the group of opposition MPs who were brutally beaten by security officers as they protested the tabling of the age limit amendment bill by Igara West MP Raphael Magyezi at the floor of parliament. Continue reading Nambooze returns back home – GenPost

By Our reporter Members of Parliament have demanded for the immediate resignation of Foreign Affairs Minister Sam Kutesa following allegations that he received a bribe of 1.8 billion Shillings while serving as President of the United Nations General Assembly. Speaking to journalists at Parliament, legislators including Ntungamo Municipality MP Gerald Karuhanga, Kumi Woman MP Monica Amoding, Lwemiyaga County MP Theodore Ssekikubo and Jie County MP Moses Bildad Adome expressed dismay at the happenings. “It should be recalled that shortly after Kutesa’s appointment, a number of us opposed and one of the things we mentioned was that this man is so … Continue reading Kuteesa must resign, MPs – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius History and historical events can’t be experimented on as laboratory tests. The fall of Mugabe can never happen in Uganda. While appearing at the Kamwokya based television, NBS this morning, Makerere Professor and the NRM electoral commission chairman, Dr. Tanga Odoi said that President Museveni cannot fall prey to what happened to Robert Mugabe in Zimbabwe after 37 years of his rule. “President Museveni is exceptional, you can’t compare him to Mugabe.” he said “There is a total collapse of the state and economy in Zimbabwe to the extent that there is no currency. In Zimbabwe, there … Continue reading You can’t compare Museveni to Mugabe, Tanga Odoi – GenPost

By Our reporter Out of 34 Authority Councillors, only 8 made it to the National Leadership training Institute in Kyankwanzi, on invitation of Kampala City Minister,Betti Olive Kamya. While addressing the press this morning at City Hall, Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago in company with City deputy mayor Hajat Sarah Kanyike and the defiant councillors revealed this figured clearing the air on earlier reports circulating on social media that a handful of authority councillors from city Hall travelled to Kyankwanzi. “I want to correct the impression in the public domain that all Authority councillors went to Kyankwanzi” the Lord Mayor … Continue reading Authority councillors defy Kyankwanzi invitation – GenPost

By Our reporter The 8th regional joint coordinating meeting of the Project on Capacity Development for International Trade Facilitation  to review the capacity development project supported by the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is underway at Kampala Serena Hotel. The meeting is attended by Revenue officials from the East African Community (EAC) member states namely Uganda, Kenya , Tanzania, Rwanda plus Burundi. The East African Community secretariat is also represented as well as the World Customs Organization. Addressing participants, URA Commissioner General, Doris Akol has hailed JICA for the continued support accorded to the region in terms of equipment namely … Continue reading Happening Now | Doris Akol hails Japanese company for supporting Uganda – GenPost

By Macxzzon Muhwezi One of the most quoted political philosophers- Thomas Aquinas once said that; “By nature all men are equal in liberty, but not in endowments”. I can as well intersperse it with another political science statement that runs; “History does not repeat itself, only similar situations emerge”! I would cross a crocodile filled river to strongly disagree with Ugandans, whose crave for change of president (instead of regime change)has withered their concerted efforts to the dead end of thinking that Zimbabwe’s unfortunate situation can happen in Uganda!.  Extreme stratification. In the same vein, I feel punched in the … Continue reading “Hallucinating” Ugandans | Personal Opinion

By Our reporter A Ugandan identified as Eunice Valeria Driwaru  who has been in the diaspora from the Turkey passed away  yesterday . According to the information, deceased suffered from a cardiac arrest which led to her death.   Burial arrangements will be announced soon as communicated by the NRM secretariat because the deceased belonged to the NRM league in the diaspora. Eunice circled with red She will be buried at her ancestral grounds in Arua. May her soul rest in eternal peace. Continue reading Ugandan dies in diaspora – GenPost

By Ndagire Doreen Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)  are to hold their first democratic elections in December 2018 after a long  period of protest by the opposition groups in DRC due to failure of the Electoral Commission to publish the election date which was supposed to be carried out this year. The meeting which was hosted by the African Union Commissioner for Peace and Security, Ambassador Smail Chergui in Addis Ababa and attended by representatives from Angola, Congo and South Africa, as well as the United Nations Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Great Lakes Region among others urged … Continue reading Congo shifts election dates to next year – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius Journalists under their human rights umbrella the Human Rights Network for Journalists (HRNJ) – Uganda led by their National Co- ordinator Robert Ssempala condemned the police violations on media rights following the police’s raid on Red Pepper publications. On Wednesday, journalists visited the besieged Red Pepper publications at Namanve, Mukono District to stand with their colleagues who were incarcerated for their media work. “We need to all stand together against this systematic attack.” Robert Ssempala said. “To the Directors, Editors and all the Red Pepper staff stand firm, we are together in this.” he added. Ndawula Stanley … Continue reading Journalists condemn RedPepper siege – GenPost

By Our reporter Major Gen Mugisha Muntu and FDC presidential candidate has today come out through is Facebook page to refute allegations that he is NRM pro. Muntu has been pinned by fellow FDC members on allegations that he works for President Museveni to destroy Forum for Democratic change (FDC)  party. Below is the statement I have heard some people spread rumours that I am an NRM mole in FDC. Today, I would like to address this issue in detail. I am a founding member of FDC. In fact, I was one of the people that got the party registered. … Continue reading Muntu denies being NRM – GenPost

By Our reporter NRM councillors, four supporters from each village in Entebbe and Entebbe NRM Executive leaders who were registered on Monday to receive money from President Museveni have been given access to State House today (Wednesday). The other NRM supporters who were not on the list and wanted to illegally access into State House were bounced by SFC soldiers. The frustated NRM supporters walked away cursing like hell after they missed to receive money from President Museveni. Source: Entebbe News Continue reading NRM supporters storm State House over President’s money – GenPost

By Our reporter On Wednesday 22nd November 2017, the East Africa Community (EAC) Secretarial Committee on Cooperation in Defence 27th meeting has been held at the Imperial Royal Hotel Kampala. The Chairman of the Session, Maj Gen Joseph Musanyufu, UPDF Joint Chief Of Staff (JCOS), thanked the distinguished delegates for honouring the Republic of Uganda by allowing it to host the meeting. During his speech, Maj. Gen Musanyufu expressed his concern about the peace and security in the region which are becoming increasingly critical. “Peace and security issues continue to pose a serious challenge with in the region. These include … Continue reading Gen Musanyufu calls for peace as EAC Joint Chiefs of Staff Meeting Opens – GenPost

By Our reporters Uganda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and former President of the United Nations Assembly Hon. Sam Kuteesa was named in an oil bribe scandal of over 1.8 billion from Chinese investors a story which has been viral in the Ugandan media. On Wednesday, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Patrick S. Mugoya, released a media statement  entitled RESPONSE TO MEDIA STORIES ON HON. SAM KUTESA – MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS – UGANDA which was clearing the air on the allegations imposed on the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Below is the statement The Ministry of Foreign … Continue reading Stop spreading fake news, Gov’t defends Kuteesa – GenPost

UPDF soldiers yesterday surrounded the home Australian based heart surgeon Dr Aggrey Kiyingi’s mother in law’s home in Nabusanke. Mrs Rehema Nankumbi Kasibante, mother to Mayimuna popularly known as “Galiemaya” was yesterday threatened to be arrested with no clear reason given. “Mrs Kasibante is not political and has not committed any crime. It should be remembered that her daughter, Aisha Nakasibante has been in prison for over 2 years without trial. This is harassment and family persecution.” said Dr Kiyingi via his Facebook page. “If Dictator Museveni has issues with Dr Kiyingi he should settle them with Dr Kiyingi and … Continue reading Stop harassing my family, Dr Kiyingi tells President Museveni – GenPost

By Our reporter Two senior Uganda Police Force officers including Commissioner of Police (CP) Enanga Fred and Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Namaye Polly Bangambaki have abandoned their offices following the appointment of SSP Emilian Kayima as the police spokesperson last week replacing Asan Kasingye. Polly Namaye Before the appointment of the late AIGP Andrew Felix Kaweesi as police spokesperson in 2016, Enanga was holding that portfolio with Namaye as his deputy. The duo, however, remained in the public relations office during Kaweesi’s tenure and that of AIGP Asan Kasingye who took over after the former was shot dead in … Continue reading Enanga and Namaye abandon office over Kayima’s appointment – GenPost

By Our reporter Uganda Police force medical services in conjunction with Norvik Hospital are offering hepatitis B test and vaccination to police officers and communities around Naguru barracks. The medical activity kicked off today is to run for three days at Naguru Health Centre V in Naguru Barrack,  Nakawa division in Kampala District. While addressing the media, Muyama Joyce, the in charge of the medical camp set said that we are offering both test and vaccination of this killer disease. “If a person is diagnosed with hepatitis B is advised to seek medical treatment while those without get vaccine at … Continue reading Police offers free hepatitis B vaccination – GenPost

By Our reporter The Chinese Ambassador to Uganda H.E Zheng Zhu Qiang yesterday visited Busoga Kingdom in Jinja on the invitation of the speaker of parliament Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga where he met with His Royal Highness Kyabazinga of Busoga Gabula William Nadiope Kadhumbula at his office in Bugembe at my invitation. The Chinese Ambassador promised  bilateral support to Busoga Kingdom. Together with Huawei Company, HE the Ambassador donated Printing Machines, Desk tops, laptops, office Chairs and many other stationery to the Kingdom to support Kyabazinga Examination Board through their cooperate Social responsibility. Kyabazinga of Busoga HRH Gabula Nadiope iv … Continue reading Chinese donate computers to Kyabazinga Examination Board – GenPost

By Kiyengo David Government through Ministry of Health has today announced a sixth and last wave distribution of bed nets within Kampala and Wakiso with a projection of over 2.8million bed nets.  Registration of households in wakiso district is expected to kick off in the second week of next month by village health teams and will be followed by the distribution of bed nets in the second week of January next year. Registration for Kampala households is also expected to happen in January  next year and will be followed by the distribution of bed nets in the second week of … Continue reading Government announces a sixth and last wave distribution of bed nets – GenPost

By Our reporter Taxi drivers under the body “Drivers and Conductors Central Association (DACCA)” today morning brought about chaos in the city as they demonstrated over monthly tax licences (120,000 shillings) charged by Kampala City Council Authority (KCCA). “We want the president to come out and address this issue. We are tired of being robbed by KCCA,” they shouted. In a letter dated 22nd July 2017, president Museveni wrote to all government agencies indicating that the annual licence is 50,000 shillings only. Business in the city today came to a stand still after roads were blocked. Nsambya road was blocked with … Continue reading President Museveni calms hungry taxi operators – GenPost

By Our reporter The threats are there but we have been assured of protection by the minister and other authorities. While addressing the press this afternoon, Dr. Ekwaro Obuku, the President of Uganda Medical Association said that we have received information of harassment of our members by state functions, these actions threaten to reverse the achievements made thus far. “The general assembly of Uganda Medical Association is supreme and it will sit on November 25th to decide on whether we should  call of the strike or proceed.” he added. Dr. Obuku argued doctors to maintain the highest ethical conduct and … Continue reading General Assembly to decide on doctor’s strike, Dr Ekwaro – GenPost

By Our reporter Former presidential candidate Dr Kizza Besigye, Lord Mayor Lukwago and Hon. Munyagwa this afternoon have visited Mulago Hospital, Kawempe branch to access the current situation. While addressing the media, Dr. Besigye said that this health issue spares no one, we should tackle it as a country. All of us should jointly put pressure to make sure we have resources in the health system. Earning is far less crippling than when you don’t have resources to use. This isn’t a partisan issue, all parties should get engaged. We all need to be concerned regardless of one’s colour. “I … Continue reading Besigye visits Kawempe hospital – GenPost

By Muwonge Patrick The most a waiting show by a Jamaican Reggae star Tarrus Riley in Uganda has been cancelled. From the reliable sources, it indicates that the Concert organisers have been financially unfullfilled after failing to dig up suitable sponsors for the concert as they expected. On a post on social media, Tarrus Riley expressed how he has been disappointed by the concert organisers making it clear that he has been ready and much prepared to perform in Uganda. He posted: “It is amazing how quickly we as black brothers and sisters tend to speak badly of each other without … Continue reading Tarrus Riley show cancelled – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius Musician Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine who also doubles as the Member of Parliament of Kyadondo East on return from his musical tour decided to check on the medical services in his constituency following the industrial strike by the doctors. Today, Bobi Wine visited Kasangati Health Centre where Dr. Nyenje who is in charge of the health center explained to him that even if they were on strike, they attended to emergency cases. “You and your fellow MPs engage the Executive so as to see our working conditions improved.” the doctor appealed to Bobi Wine. “We stand … Continue reading Bobi Wine visits Kasangati hospital – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius Hon. Betty Nambooze of Mukono Municipality was yesterday discharged from Manipal Hospital where she has been admitted ever since she was jetted to India for further treatment on November 2nd 2017. Nambooze while in India underwent a successful spine surgery Posterior spinal decompression and fusion L4 – L5 on 08/11/2017 for Lumber canal stenosis L4-L5 with instability and right lower limb radiculopathy and she has metal implants in her spine. She was issued a certificate dated 20th/Nov/2017 and signed by Consultant Spine Surgeon Dr. Vidyadhara S, which was to facilitate her transit through metal detectors in airports, … Continue reading Nambooze jets back in the country on Thursday – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius President Yoweri Museveni during the 2016 presidential election campaigns directed Prime Minister Ruhakana Rugunda to plan and purchase 18 million hoes for Ugandans. In a letter dated November 20th 2015 copied to the Vice President, Minister of Finance Planning and Economic Development, Secretary to the treasury and Permanent Secretary Office of the Prime Minister, President Museveni said these hoes were to be distributed to 6 million households with each receiving three hoes. “I direct that in the next financial year (2016/2017), you include in the budget the purchase of 18 (eighteen) million hoes. These hoes will be … Continue reading Where are the hoes promised by President Museveni during campaigns ? – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius Police officers led by Kampala Metropolitan commander, Frank Mwesigwa on Tuesday sieged Red Pepper head office in Namanve, Mukono District along Jinja road on a search warrant from court. A search warrant which was signed by the Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court called for search of items to desktops, laptops, phones and many other documented files related to Red Paper news publication vol.17 no.152 of Monday, November, 2017.” Red Pepper publication on November 20 2017 published an article with an headline; “M7 plotting to overthrow Kagame – Rwanda” which was reproduced from a Rwandan online publication “Rushyashya” … Continue reading Red Pepper shut down – GenPost

Police in Koboko in conjunction with joint military team arrested a 51 year old soldier identified as Colonel Data John Taban, a South Sudan national over  recruitment of rebels. The arrested hails from Yei in South Sudan but he has been  temporarily residing in Koboko Municipality. According to West Nile  Region Police Spokesperson, SP Josephine Anguncia,  Taban  was arrested on 19/2017  on allegation of recruitment of rebels. “According to information got from some of the witnesses who came back from South Sudan rebels training camp that were recruited by him, he deceives the youths with promise of taking them for … Continue reading Police arrests one over rebels recruitment – GenPost

By Davis Joel Industrialization is certainly the key to Africas economic development with the ability to bring prosperity, new jobs and better incomes for all. However, Africa has remained less industrialized amidst calls to industrialize. In Uganda, the growth of the Industrial Sector remains at 3.4% with its contribution to GDP valued at 19.6% Each year on 20 November Uganda joins the rest of Africa to commemorate Africa Industrialization Day (AID). The Day is aimed to raising global awareness of the challenges faced by the continent with regard to industrialization and is also aimed at mobilizing both African leaders and international … Continue reading Uganda to commemorate Africa Industrialization Day 2017 – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius Former Vice-president of Zimbabwe Mnangagwa Emmerson is set to meet president Robert Mugabe as planned by Zimbabwes’ military commander General Chiwenga. Mnangagwa who replaced Mugabe as the new party president of ZANU- PF following Mugabe’s impeachment on Sunday by the party members is set to meet his former boss immediately he lands in the country according to the press statement released on 20th November 2017. Below is the full statement. Mnangagwa flew to China where he was been following his sacking as the vice president of Zimbabwe by President Robert Mugabe earlier this month on allegations that … Continue reading Mugabe to meet his former vice president – GenPost

In an operation that was carried out by police in Greater Masaka region, over 152 suspects were arrested in order to create a crime free area. This followed the growing fear of attacks in Greater Masaka areas especially in the districts of Ssembabule , Lwengo and Kalungu . There are reported anonymous letters being thrown around intimidating residents in these areas. “The Police has intensified operations and community policing programs in these areas to deter these crimes” said SSP Emilian Kayima the Police Spokesman while addressing the media at Police Headquarters today. “As a result of reports received, on Saturday, … Continue reading Police raids Masaka, arrests over 152 – GenPost

By Sseninde Julius President Yoweri Museveni who has today presided over a business conference of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)-Exim Bank Regional Conclave on India-East Africa Partners in Development at Speke Resort, Munyonyo has advised prospective investors to target investing in areas of agro-processing and value addition to minerals like phosphates, in Uganda. The two day business conference is running under the theme of ‘Partners in Development.’ The annual CII-Exim Bank Conclave on India-Africa partnership project is a singular platform that was formed for the purpose of cross-border partnership building, at the institution, government and enterprise levels. The conclave facilitates … Continue reading Invest in agro-processing, Museveni tells investors – GenPost

By Davis Joel Workers’ MP Dr. Sam Lyomoki, also member of the Parliamentary committee on health, has advised the government to table before parliament a supplementary budget, to increase doctors’allowances and salaries. The medical doctors under their body the Uganda Medical Association, who recently called for a sit down strike, want Government to review their salaries, which would see an intern doctor earn Shs 8.5 million as opposed to the current shs 960, 000 before tax. They also want a medical officer or teaching assistant to be paid Shs15 million and accorded a two-bedroom house plus a 2.5cc vehicle. The … Continue reading Workers MPs want Govt to seek supplementary budget to pay off medics

By Kiyengo David The proposed training of Kampala Capital City councillors at National Training Institute, Kyankwazi has left political party Forum for Democratic Change-FDC councillors divided. Despite the fact that majority of the  councilors from the Opposition voted not to attend the proposed training, some FDC councilors made up their mind to attend training. The decision of the councilllors promoted  the party to summon them today as they moved against the parties decision barring it’s councilllors from attended the training. However, the party spokesperson Paul Mwiru dismissed claims that the councillors were summoned for their decision to attend but rather … Continue reading Kyankwazi Leadership training divides FDC Councilors -GenPost

By Kiyengo David As Forum for Democratic Change members prepare for the elections of the Party President this week on Friday 24th November, members of the party’s National Executive Committee, NEC are set to meet this Wednesday 22nd November to review a number of issues. Members of the NEC want to re-implement the article in their Constitution which stipulates that elections of the party President and members of the NEC should be held on the same day as it was before. The change in the election days was a result of Retired Colonel Dr. Kiiza Besigye decision to resign before the end … Continue reading FDC NEC to sit to resolve conflicts – GenPost

By Feni Job Residents of Kitooro road in Entebbe Municipality were on Monday left in shock after discovering the decomposing body of one of their colleagues, Regina Nassali in her house. Nassali, 47, who was a cleaner with the ministry of water in Kampala and also a second-hand clothes vendor in Kitooro market, was last seen by her neighbours last Friday. Ms Resty Nakimbugwe who has been working with the deceased said she last saw her in perfect health last week. However, by press time, the cause of her death was still unknown as police were still conducting investigations. Residents … Continue reading Woman found rotting inside her house – GenPost

South Sudan former army chief of staff Paul Malong left the country reportedly for Kenya after President Salva Kiir rejected his request to travel back to his ancestral home in Aweil, northwest of the country. At Juba airport, the army general was flanked family members and prominent members of ethnic Dinka Council of Elders whom he promised to work with for peace in war-torn country. The Elders brokered the release of Malong who had been placed under house arrest since he was sacked by Kiir in May. Malong has reportedly gone to Nairobi for routine medical treatment. Paris-based Sudan Tribune … Continue reading South Sudan Ex-Army Chief Paul Malong Leaves Country

Senior police officer, Nixon Agasiirwe who is battling charges of abducting Lt.Joel Mutabaazi, a former bodyguard to president Paul Kagame has asked the General Court Martial to allow him be tried separately from his co-accused. Senior Superintendent Agasiirwe who was the commander of police Special Operations Unit is accused together with Senior Commissioner of Police Joel Aguma(Commandant of Professional Standard Unit) former commander of Police Special Operations, Sgt Abel Tumukunde ( Flying Squad) Assistant Superintendent of Police Magada (Crime Intelligence) and Faisal Katende(Flying Squad) for kidnap of Lt.Joel Mutabazi before repatriating him back to Rwanda. Agasirwe, through his lawyer Frank … Continue reading SPP Nixon Agasirwe Asks to Be Tried Separately

Kenya’s supreme court has upheld the victory of President Uhuru Kenyatta in last month’s controversial re-run of presidential elections, clearing the way for the 55-year-old leader to be sworn in for a second and final term next week. After hearing two days of arguments, a six-judge bench said two petitions demanding the cancellation of the polls were “without merit”. The ruling is unlikely to end the worst political crisis in a decade in east Africa’s richest and most developed economy, which has seen more than 60 people killed in political violence in three months. Opposition leaders immediately rejected the decision, … Continue reading Kenya court upholds President Kenyatta’s election victory

Consultants will be smiling all the way to the bank should government consider the proposed salary scale by the committee it tasked to conduct an across-the-board review of salaries for civil servants. The committee has proposed a significant raise for different categories of government workers though. The committee, whose composition is largely shrouded in secrecy, is expected to hand its report to the government by the end of this month. In the course of its work, it has received advice from the Public Service Commission and different commissions responsible for government employees in different professions, including the Education Service Commission … Continue reading Consultants earn big in proposed salary scale for civil servants

By Deo Kimuli President Robert Mugabe stunned Zimbabwe on Sunday by making no mention of resignation in a television address, defying his own ZANU-PF party, which had sacked him hours earlier, and hundreds of thousands of protesters who had already hailed his downfall. Two sources – one a senior member of the government, the other familiar with talks with leaders of the military – had told Reuters Mugabe would announce his resignation to the nation after ZANU-PF dismissed him as its leader in a move precipitated by an army takeover four days earlier. But in the speech from his State … Continue reading Political tension in Zimbabwe as Mugabe fails to resign – GenPost

Emmerson Mnangagwa was Zimbabwe’s powerful vice-president until 6 November, when he was fired by Robert Mugabe. The 75-year-old former intelligence chief had been locked in a battle with the first lady, Grace Mugabe, to succeed her husband as president. In October she publicly denied poisoning him after he fell ill at a rally in August. After his sacking, which was seen as an attempt to clear Grace Mugabe’s path to power, Mnangagwa fled to South Africa. He reportedly returned on 14 November as the military prepared to take over the country, and is firm favourite to become Zimbabwe’s next leader. … Continue reading Profile
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As the president clings to power, leadership ambitions of former vice-president Emmerson Mnangagwa suffer a setback As the president clings to power, leadership ambitions of former vice-president Emmerson Mnangagwa suffer a setback It was meant to be the seal on a week of chaos, excitement and fear. State TV went live to Robert Mugabe’s residence, where the 93-year-old, who had been detained by the army and ousted by his own party, was expected to offer a humble resignation. Instead, he gave a rambling, 20-minute speech laying out his plans for the future. He promised a “new work culture”, more attention … Continue reading Breaking: Mugabe refuses to resign

President Robert Mugabe has agreed to step down as president of Zimbabwe after negotiations between his representatives and those representing the military. The negotiations were held at state House after the military refused to meet with President Mugabe at his “Blue Roof” home in Borrowdale because it was his residence and not for official business. Roman Catholic Priest Father Fidelis Mukonori was one of the mediators. The other mediators were South African Minister for Defence Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula and the South African State Security Minister Bongani Bongo. This comes after the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) seized power from Mugabe in the … Continue reading Robert Mugabe Agrees To Step Down After Negotiations With The Military

Uganda Police Force to support the Ministry of Health to provide health care in hospitals following the Doctors sit down strike which started earlier this month. The Inspector General of Police Gen Kale Kayihura on Friday gave directives to the Director Uganda Police Force health services to support the Ministry of Health alongside the Uganda People’s Defense Force which is already supporting the Ministry. “The Uganda Police Force has a number of health facilities across the country and 94% of beneficiaries of these services are civilians outside the police fraternity. 7 facilities offer antenatal services located At Arua, Naguru, Mbale, … Continue reading Police to provide free medical care amidst doctor’s strike – GenPost

Singer Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine’s music career seems to be at a trial ever since he joined the political game as the Member of Parliament of Kyandodo East earlier this year. Police has blocked and banned many of his shows including the recent one in Kigumba which was on November 18th 2017 where police intercepted him when he was on stage. ” We have received orders from above” the police officers claimed. Bobi Wine has today come out through his Facebook page to appeal to his fellow artistes to join him in the struggle. Below is his statement. Dear … Continue reading Bobi Wine appeals to fellow artistes over police banning his shows – GenPost

American singer Katy Perry has reportedly been banned from China over a dress and cannot perform at Victoria’s Secret show here. The singer was said to be appearing at the fashion show which will take place on Monday. According to sources, Perry initially thought she would be able to gain access to the country but Chinese authorities rejected her visa application after discovering she wore a sunflower dress during a performance in Taipei in 2015, reports mirror.co.uk. Her outfit caused widespread outrage because the sunflower had been adopted the year before by anti-China protesters. She also waved the Taiwanese flag … Continue reading Kate Perry banned from China

Musician Spice Diana gets herself a new car which she termed as “baby” on her Facebook page. “2017 I wished for another baby and thank you God . Thank you my fans. Made it happen. Thank u @lubegaroger for da great work  my #management , more blessings,more deals coming.” she posted. This comes after almost a year when Spice Diana’s car Noah Ordinary Field touring was stolen during her performance at Freedom City from the parking lot on last year’s Boxing Day. Continue reading Spice Diana gets a new “baby” – GenPost

Kiruhura District police commander, Pascal Asiimwe has died after fainting in office. Pascal Asiimwe, 58, is said to have died at Mbarara regional referral hospital where he had been admitted on Thursday. Rwizi region police spokesperson, Samson Kasasira told this reporter that Asiimwe has been suffering from ulcers which attacked him on Wednesday and he got medication from a nearby clinic before going home. “When he returned to work on Thursday morning, he looked weak. He became too ill at about 10:30am before fainting. He was vomiting blood and was rushed to Rushere community hospital in Kiruhura District,” Mr Kasasira … Continue reading Kiruhura DPC dies after fainting in office

Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, 93, has a long history of making colourful or controversial remarks during a reign that has spanned nearly four decades. Among them: On staying in office “Some are saying ‘Mr Mugabe is old, so he should step down’… No! When my time comes, I will tell you.” 2014 “Only God who appointed me will remove me — not the MDC (opposition), not the British.” 2008 On coming to power Mugabe’s speech when Zimbabwe won independence was more conciliatory. “It could never be a correct justification that because the whites oppressed us yesterday when they had power, … Continue reading Famous quotes by Robert Mugabe about power, White’s and gay