Ssegirinya’s Chaotic Farewell Influenced by Money and Drugs
The funeral of Muhammad Ssegirinya, a former member of Parliament for Kawempe North, turned chaotic on January 12, 2025, in Butale village, Masaka District, reportedly due to the influence of drugs and money.
According to sources, in the days leading up to the funeral, Robert Kyagulanyi, commonly known as Bobi Wine, reportedly held meetings with Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro and his aides and planned on how best to take charge and control the funeral at all costs.
“The plan was completed, and...
President Museveni Calls for Stakeholder Support in Enhancing Government Services for Persons with Disabilities
President Yoweri Museveni has urged stakeholders to prioritize the provision of government services for persons with disabilities aimed at solving significant challenges they face.
On Friday, January 17, 2025, during the burial ceremony of former Woman Member of Parliament Margaret Baba Diri in Koboko district, President Museveni acknowledged the integral role individuals with disabilities play in society.
He stated that breaking the cycle of poverty and achieving sustainable livelihoods is impossible without addressing the impacts of disability and facilitating their active...
Health Ministry Cautions Ugandans Against Mpox Disease
The Minister for Health, Dr Jane Ruth Aceng has warned Ugandans to be vigilant and adhere to preventive measures to curb the spread of Mpox disease.
Dr Aceng made the call to Ugandans while addressing a press conference at Uganda Media Centre in Kampala on Friday, January 17, 2025.
She asked Ugandans to remain vigilant and look out for signs and symptoms of Mpox disease to prevent the spread of the disease which has already claimed 10 lives.
“The Ministry urges the...
Ministry of Health Seeks UGX 1.5 Billion for Lubowa Hospital Oversight
The Ministry of Health is seeking Uganda Shillings 1.5 billion to facilitate the supervision of the ongoing construction of Lubowa Hospital, recognising that the funding is critical for maintaining the quality and efficiency of the construction process as the government strives to provide the community with a cutting-edge healthcare facility.
While presenting the Ministry’s 2025/26 Budget Framework Paper to Parliament's Health Committee on January 16, 2025, Dr. Ruth Aceng, the Minister of Health, explained that the Shs 1.5 billion is...
Chaos in NUP as Bobi Wine Endorses Lawyer Luyimbazi for Kawempe North MP By-Elections
Barely a week after the death of Kawempe North MP Muhammad Ssegirinya, chaos has erupted in the National Unity Platform (NUP) as top leadership endorsed Council Erias Luyimbazi Nalukoola for the Kawempe North MP by-elections, which didn’t go well with many foot soldiers.
During the weekly presser held at Makerere Kavule on January 16, 2025, the party deputy spokesperson Waiswa Alex Mufumbiro introduced potential candidates for the Kawempe North by-election, among them Umar Magala, who received a loud applause from...
Govt Introduced PDM to Eradicate Poverty – Col. Katabazi to Tororo Catholic Women SACCO Members
The internal security organization (ISO) Deputy Director General, Col. Emmy Katabazi, has urged members of the Catholic Women's Guild SACCO in Tororo Archdiocese to embrace the Parish Development Model (PDM) to help fight poverty among their families.
Col.Katabazi made the call during a retreat organized by the Archdiocese of Tororo Women's Guild SACCO, where he emphasized that the government introduced PDM to uplift everyone from poverty.
According to Col. Katabazi, everyone has the right to access PDM funds to improve their...