NEWS

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A delegation from the Zimbabwe Human Right Commission (ZHRC) has concluded a three-day learning visit to Uganda, with a commitment to tap into the technical skills of the Inspectorate of Government (IG) to automate their systems back home. This followed a session on Tuesday afternoon, …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Democratic Party (DP) has officially endorsed Henry Kasakya Mubiru as its flag bearer in the upcoming Kawempe North by-election. The announcement was made by Kennedy Mutenyo, the head of DP’s election committee, at the party’s headquarters on Balintuma Road, Mengo. Mutenyo highlighted Kasakya’s impressive …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT & URN | Hearing of an application for habeas corpus in the case of Dr Kizza Besigye and Obeid Lutale earlier scheduled for next week, has now been moved to tomorrow at 9 am at TWED Towers. The hearing will set the stage for moving the …

Kampala, Uganda  | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has denied involvement in the alleged abduction of Fred Nyanzi, the National Unity Platform’s (NUP) Head of Mobilization, who was reportedly seized by heavily armed men on Monday evening. Joel Ssenyonyi, the Leader of Opposition and Party spokesperson, …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENTE | The government has admitted that the situation of the former presidential candidate, Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye is alarming. This was during Tuesday’s plenary sitting in which the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among questioned the government side about steps taken to comply with the Supreme …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has set February 25, 2025, to decide on an application seeking the unconditional release of Dr. Kizza Besigye, the former physician turned political opponent of President Yoweri Museveni. The hearing is set for midday before Dr. Douglas Singiza. On …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has said he wants a quick trial for Besigye “so that facts come out.” LETTER IN FULL Fellow Ugandans, especially the Bazzukulu. I have seen the concern by some Ugandans regarding the remanding of Dr. Besigye for the very serious offences …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa Bank Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing Ugandan golf talent by sponsoring a team of 10 players to compete in the esteemed 2025 Absa Magical Kenya Open. The golfers will participate in the Pro-Am event on February 19, ahead of the main …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | John Cossy Odomel, the former Inspector General of Police (IGP) is dead, according to Captain Mike Mukula, the National Resistance Movement Vice Chairperson for Eastern Region. “I am deeply saddened to announce the demise of our patriot and former Inspector General of Police (IGP) …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Femme Forte Uganda has announced the launch of “Her Virtual Museum of African Feminists,” a pioneering digital platform dedicated to celebrating the lives and legacies of feminist icons across the African continent. The museum will launch on March 7, 2025, just ahead of International …