The Foundation for Human Rights Initiative (FHRI) has joined forces with SML News UG in a collaborative effort to push for the abolition of the death penalty in Uganda. FHRI, a non-governmental human rights advocacy organization based in Nsambya, Kampala, has been at the forefront of advocating for penal reform and abolishing the death penalty…
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has demanded a public apology from the U.S. Ambassador to Uganda by Monday morning, accusing him of undiplomatic conduct. In a statement posted on X, Muhoozi warned that failure to apologize to President Museveni would lead to calls for the ambassador’s removal. “If this current U.S. Ambassador…
As the Marburg virus outbreak spreads in Rwanda, government officials are assuring international tourists that the country remains a safe destination, even as the number of confirmed cases rises. The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has emphasized that while public health remains the highest priority, tourism activities continue unaffected. The outbreak, which was first confirmed on…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly denied reports alleging that a Ugandan diplomat was expelled from the United Kingdom over involvement in human trafficking. In a statement released on Friday, Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary Vincent Bagiire clarified that the reports were false and that no Ugandan envoy had been dismissed from their post in…
Isaac Ssemakadde, the newly sworn-in President of the Uganda Law Society (ULS), has unveiled a transformative agenda aimed at restoring the organization’s autonomy and reclaiming its role as a defender of justice. During his swearing-in ceremony, Ssemakadde pledged to break the chains of government influence, particularly targeting the role of the Attorney General’s office within…
The Ministry of Education has announced a major shift in how schools are registered and licensed across Uganda, transitioning entirely to the digital platform, the Education Management Information System (EMIS), by 2025. This move, aimed at eliminating bureaucratic delays and streamlining operations, was revealed during a recent meeting between ministry officials and private school headteachers…
The Bank of Uganda’s latest Annual Report shows positive economic trends, with inflation rates decreasing and the Ugandan Shilling maintaining stability. The report highlights significant growth in the financial sector, driven by efforts to increase financial inclusion and support economic expansion. According to the report, Uganda’s financial sector is thriving, supported by policies aimed at…
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has officially launched its Livelihoods Support Project in Otuke District, aiming to extend social security coverage to workers in Uganda’s informal sector. This ambitious initiative is designed to address the gap in social security coverage, especially for workers who are currently outside the formal system. The Livelihoods Support Project…
The Bank of Uganda (BoU), the central bank of Uganda, has had a diverse array of governors since its establishment, each playing a key role in shaping the country’s monetary policies and the broader economic landscape. Here’s an analysis of the different governors and their contributions to the BoU: Joseph Mary Mubiru (July 1966 –…
