Religion

The Mufti of Uganda, Sheikh Shabban Ramadhan Mubajje, has urged  government to expand employment opportunities for Muslim graduates, stressing the importance of "raising the national cake" to guarantee equitable access to jobs and economic prospects for them. Sheikh Mubajje made the remarks during the 52nd anniversary of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) held at the Old Kampala Secondary School Playground on December 12, 2024, where he reflected on a broader commitment to inclusivity within Uganda's socio-economic landscape. The Mufti expressed...

The family of Sheikh Abdul Obedi Kamulegeya, a prominent figure in Ugandan Muslim politics, has publicly disowned their brother, Hajji Obedi Lutale Kamulegeya, over his alleged involvement with Dr. Kizza Besigye, who is currently on trial for treason. This announcement was made by Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala Kamulegeya, a judge in the Land Division, during a media interview on December 11, 2024, at their father’s residence in Nakaswa Village, Mukono District. Justice Naluzze voiced deep disappointment in Lutale, who faces allegations...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on November 22, 2024, pardoned 19 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) who were arrested in connection with violence in November 2020 ahead of the 2021 presidential elections. The group had been facing charges in a court-martial and sentenced on charges of treachery and unlawful possession of ammunition. “In exercise of the power vested in me under Article 121(1)(a) of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, 1995 as amended, and on the advice of the...

The Uganda National Road Authority (UNRA) has announced upcoming maintenance works at the Mabira section along the Kampala Jinja highway following the deterioration of the road surface. In the statement released by UNRA on November 22, 2024, it stated that remedial works to repair the damaged section will commence on November 23, 2024 and are expected to be completed by December 7, 2024. “Traffic will be restricted to one lane during repairs and motorists are strongly advised to use the Mukono-kyetume-katosi-kisoga...

During the Manifesto Week 2024, the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities showcased major achievements in Uganda’s tourism industry. Rtd. Col. Tom Butime, the minister in charge, delivered a speech on November 20, 2024, outlining the successes in promoting tourism and conserving wildlife and cultural heritage sites. The Manifesto Accountability Week, which is running from November 15 to December 5, 2024, took place at the Office of the President's conference hall. Butime highlighted several key areas of development in the...

The Ministry of Health, on Thursday, November 21, 2024, launched a €12 million ( approximately UGX 46.6 Billion) project to enhance health infrastructure in the Karamoja region. The Karamoja Infrastructure Development Project II (KIDP II), funded by a €10 million soft loan from Italy and a €2 million contribution from the government of Uganda, aims to improve healthcare access for the area's impoverished population, where 70% lack adequate health services. During the latest phase of the project, Dr. Diana Atwine, Permanent...