Parliament to Sue The Observer Over Bribery Allegations
The Parliament of Uganda has decided to take legal action against The Observer Newspaper, claiming that the media house has been spreading false information and inciting hostility among Ugandan citizens.
The decision to sue was announced by the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, during the plenary session held earlier today, April 24, 2024. Among expressed her dismay at the newspaper's allegations of bribery involving Members of Parliament (MPs).
This matter arose after The Observer published an article today April 24,...
FDC Wrangles Deepen as Funding and Loyalty Strains Escalate Third Split Imminent
The internal rift within the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction has reached a boiling point, as funding and loyalty strains continue to escalate, leading to speculation of an imminent third split within the party.
At the heart of the discord lies the second league mobilization drive spearheaded by Dr. Kizza Besigye's 'Tujja Tujja' campaign. Members of parliament aligned with Besigye voiced concerns over shouldering the financial burdens of successive mobilization tours. It has been confirmed that these loyalists...
Parliament Contributes 1 Billion Shillings for Cancer Bunker at Nsambya Hospital
The Parliament of Uganda has pledged 1 billion shillings towards the construction of a cancer bunker at Nsambya Hospital.
The announcement was made by Speaker of Parliament Anita Among during the launch of the Rotary Cancer Run 2024 held today April 24, 2024, at Nsambya Hospital.
"Parliament's support is intended to complement government efforts towards decongesting existing cancer treatment facilities," Among said.
According to Among the UGX 1 billion will aid the construction of a cancer treatment facility at Nsambya Hospital, enhancing...
Speaker Among Questions Appointment Process for Assistant RDCs
The Speaker of the Parliament, Anita Annet Among, has raised concerns regarding the criteria used to select and appoint the recent Assistant Resident District Commissioners (RDCs). During the plenary sessions on April 23, 2024, Speaker Among asked Milly Babalanda, the Minister of Presidency, to clarify the matter in the House.
The issue was brought to light by Joel Ssenyonyi, the Leader of Opposition (LoP), who expressed doubts about the character of some of the newly appointed individuals to these positions....
State Minister for Youth Balaam Exposes NUP over Presenting Fake Identities as Political Prisoners
The State Minister for Youth and Children Affairs, Balaam Barugahara, has unveiled a startling revelation, accusing the National Unity Platform (NUP) party of falsely presenting the names of boda-boda riders and roadside chapati vendors as political prisoners. Barugahara, during a media interview in Kampala yesterday April 22, 2024, disclosed that an intelligence report revealed that the individuals listed, including NUP leader Hon. Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu's childhood associates, were in fact youths working in the Middle East.
The Minister made the...
Parliament Set to Debate Gov’t’s Proposal for 5% Capital Gains Tax on Land and Rental Properties
Parliament will commence discussions this week on the government's proposals to implement a 5% capital gains tax on non-business assets, including land and rental properties within cities and municipalities. The move comes as part of the government's efforts to boost domestic revenue and reduce borrowing.
Speaker of Parliament, Annet Anita Among, announced the forthcoming deliberations, revealing that the Tax Bills would be a key focus during the parliamentary sessions. The proposed legislation encompasses various measures, such as imposing a tax...
