High Court Steps In: Magistrate Dismisses State's Bid to Access Besigye's Phones, Citing Lack of Jurisdiction
State's attempt to access Dr. Kizza Besigye's phone data dismissed due to lack of jurisdiction.
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Uganda's Defense Attaché in Burundi: Gen. James Birungi Replaces Gen. Birungi Amidst Ongoing Investigations
The Chief of Defense Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has reassigned Maj. Gen. James Birungi, previously commanding the Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF) Mountain Infantry Division, to Burundi as Uganda's Defense Attaché and Military Advisor.
South Sudan's Western Bahr El Ghazal State Implements Alcohol Ban, Sparking Regional Controversy
The government of Western Bahr El Ghazal State in South Sudan has implemented a ban on several alcoholic beverages, including popular Ugandan exports, sparking controversy and potential violations of East African Community trade protocols.
President Museveni Imposes Ban on Unregulated Balaalo Cattle Grazing in Northern, Eastern, and North-Western Uganda
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has issued a directive banning the unregulated free-range movement of Balaalo cattle herders into Northern, Eastern, and North-Western Uganda, citing the practice as detrimental to the local communities and the economy.
Major General Birungi Assigned New Role in Burundi; Brigadier Muwonge to Lead Mountain Division
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni transfers a top military officer and appoints a new commander for a key division.
Uganda Mourns the Loss of Dr. Spire Kiggundu, a Visionary Gynaecologist
Uganda's medical community is grieving the unexpected passing of Dr. Spire Kiggundu, a revered gynaecologist known for his innovative contributions to reproductive health and minimally invasive surgery in the country.
Nigeria Dominates Inaugural IFAF Flag Football Tournament, Uganda Learns Valuable Lessons
Nigeria emerges victorious in both men's and women's categories at the first IFAF African flag football tournament, securing their spots in the 2026 IFAF Flag Football World Championships. Meanwhile, Uganda gains important insights from the competition.
Human Rights Advocate Challenges UPDF Amendment Act in Constitutional Court
Dr. Dennis Daniel Ssemugenyi files a constitutional petition against the UPDF (Amendment) Act, 2025, arguing it violates key constitutional principles and undermines civilian rights.
Two Military Intelligence Officers Arrested and Named in Uganda
Two senior Uganda People’s Defence Forces intelligence officers have been arrested on suspicion of subversion and compromising the military intelligence system.
Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces Orders Arrests at Military Intelligence Headquarters
Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has initiated a crackdown on suspected subversion within military ranks by ordering the arrest of senior officers at the Defence Intelligence headquarters in Mbuya.
President Museveni Set to Secure NRM Nomination Forms for 2026 Re-election Bid
President Museveni is gearing up to officially declare his candidacy for the 2026 elections by picking up nomination forms for the positions of NRM national chairman and presidential flag-bearer.
Iganga United Secures FUFA Big League Spot by Defeating Tapoh
Iganga United clinched a spot in the FUFA Big League by triumphing over Tapoh with a 2-0 victory in the promotional play-off.
