Tuesday , 10 February 2026

Fr Ssekabira granted bail

Fr Ssekabira granted bail

Reverend Father Deusidedit Ssekabira, standing Masaka High Court dock during hearing of his bail application Masaka, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Masaka High Court has granted a 15-million shillings cash bail to Reverend Father Deusdedit Ssekabira, the Masaka-based Catholic priest who has been in detention for over two months on charges of money laundering. The ruling comes after the …

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Backlash Grows in Amolatar Over Amb. Amule Doreen’s Anti-NRM Candidates Campaign That Affected The Party

Backlash Grows in Amolatar Over Amb Amule Doreens Anti NRM Candidates

By Mukembo Wilfred Amolatar’s political landscape has been left unsettled following claims that Uganda’s Ambassador to France, Amule Doreen Ruth, took an active and controversial role in campaigning against ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidates during the January 15 and 22, 2026 general elections. Instead of remaining focused on her diplomatic responsibilities abroad, Ambassador Amule returned to her home district …

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Masaka High Court Grants Bail to Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira

Catholic Lawyers call upon Justice stakeholders to act continued Detention

Masaka High Court has granted bail to Rev. Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, who is charged with money laundering involving Shs500 million. Rev Fr. Ssekabira. In her ruling, the presiding judge found that all the sureties presented by the Reverend Father were substantial and met the legal requirements. She also overruled the State prosecution’s submission that the court lacked jurisdiction to hear …

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Vivo Energy celebrates Uganda’s drivers as ‘Omunene W’ekkubo’ campaign ends

Vivo Energy celebrates Ugandas drivers as ‘Omunene Wekkubo campaign ends

Managing Director of Vivo Energy, Joanita Mukasa Menya handing over Toyota passenger vans to Richard Atiku from Masindi and Ismail Mulumba from Gayaza. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda has wrapped up the Shell FuelSave Diesel ‘Omunene W’ekkubo’ promotion, which was a nationwide effort to recognise, support, and reward Uganda’s public transport drivers. The campaign concluded with …

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African survey unveils economic turnaround for Uganda

African survey unveils economic turnaround for Uganda

This photo taken on March 31, 2024 shows a city view of Kampala, Uganda. (Xinhua/Li Yahui) Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s economic growth has strengthened markedly in recent years, rising from below 3 per cent in 2020 to an estimated 7 per cent today, supported by some of the strongest macroeconomic indicators on the continent. While these gains …

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BoU holds rates at 9.5% despite falling inflation, citing global risks

BoU holds rates at 95 despite falling inflation citing global

Bank of Uganda Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has kept interest rates high despite falling inflation and a strong shilling, citing uncertainty about future risks. The Central Bank Rate (CBR) has remained at 9.5 per cent since August 2023, defying expectations of a cut following improved economic indicators. The rate is the BoU’s main …

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Appeal to Parents to Return Children to School as New Term Begins

Appeal to Parents to Return Children to School as New

By Dr. JC Muyingo Kampala — I thank parents and guardians for the care and protection given to our children during the holiday period. As the new school term begins today, I make a special appeal to all parents to ensure that their children return to school promptly. State-minister-John-Chrysostom-Muyingo (courtesy photo) I wish to clearly emphasize that teaching and learning …

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National Female Youth MP: Kanyesigye Pledges Inclusive Leadership

National Female Youth MP Kanyesigye Pledges Inclusive Leadership

Hoima City, Uganda — Hon. Mercy Kanyesigye has pledged to champion inclusive and people-centred leadership after being elected National Female Youth Member of Parliament, following polls held on February 6, 2026, in Hoima City. Mercy Kanyesigye In a statement released after her victory, Kanyesigye described her election as a collective triumph for young people across the country, particularly those who …

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US threatens sanctions on Gen. Muhoozi

US threatens sanctions on Gen Muhoozi

US Ambassador to Uganda William Popp with Gen. Muhoozi in February 2025 What next after top US senator says CDF “crossed a red line”? Kampala, Uganda | IAN KATUSIIME |  A tweet from the chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee Jim Risch to Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces, cast the spotlight on US-Uganda diplomatic relations …

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UCC Warns Politicians Against Disputing Elections Results Via Media Platforms

UCC Warns Politicians Against Disputing Elections Results Via Media Platforms

Kampala– The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has issued a warning to all individuals that are not satisfied with the results from the previous elections to use the legally recommended avenues instead of using media platforms. Hon.Nyombi Thembo, the Executive Director UCC.(Courtesy photo) “UCC has observed a concerning trend where unsuccessful candidates in parliamentary and local government elections misuse radio and television …

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UPDF Marks 45th Tarehe Sita Anniversary in South Sudan with Civil–Military Outreach

UPDF Marks 45th Tarehe Sita Anniversary in South Sudan with

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) contingent in South Sudan, under Operation Mulinzi wa Kimya, has commemorated the 45th Tarehe Sita Anniversary with a series of civil–military activities aimed at strengthening community relations and improving social welfare. Some of the UPDF Soldiers extending treatment to people of Sudan.   The celebrations were officiated by the Special Forces Command (SFC) Component …

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Mukono District Engages Stakeholders on Good Samaritan Ordinance to Improve Post-Crash Response

Mukono District Engages Stakeholders on Good Samaritan Ordinance to Improve

Mukono District Local Government has intensified efforts to strengthen emergency response to road crashes through a high-level stakeholder engagement aimed at advancing the Bystander Protection (Good Samaritan) Ordinance, 2026. The meeting, convened by the District Health Department, brought together officials from the traffic police, political leadership, religious leaders, health professionals, and other key stakeholders to refine a legal framework intended …

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Ugandan rights defender Sarah Bireete freed

Sarah Bireete.(Photo courtesy of CPARuganda.com)

Bireete had spent a month in Ugandan prison on dubious charges Sarah Bireete. (Photo courtesy of CPARuganda.com) Sarah Bireete, a Ugandan human rights activist and the Executive Director of the Centre for Constitutional Governance (CCG) has been released on bail after spending a month in detention over alleged violations of the Data Protection and Privacy Act of 2019. On December …

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