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Will any Ugandan politician stand up for LGBTQ people?

Will any Ugandan politician stand up for LGBTQ people

As Uganda prepares for next year’s elections, candidates are avoiding LGBTQ issues     “The AHA remains in force, and the needs of LGBTQ Ugandans remain excluded from the gains politicians are so eager to celebrate” — Ugandan sexual minorities activist Frank Mugisha Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni (Abubaker Lubowa photo courtesy of Reuters) COMMENTARY The campaigns for the 2026 elections in Uganda …

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Ex-Minister Elioda Accused of Intimidating Political Opponents in Sheema » The Hoima Post –

Ex Minister Elioda Accused of Intimidating Political Opponents in Sheema

The Sheema North parliamentary race has heated up, with former Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation Dr Elioda Tumwesigye pushing to run unopposed. His only challenger, Julius Muhanguzi Ndangire, is, however, insisting he will not pull out of the race despite reported intimidation. Tumwesigye, who shifted his political base from Sheema Municipality, has been accused by his opponent of using …

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Journalist Kasirya Ashraf Speaks Out

Journalist Kasirya Ashraf Speaks Out

By Alexander Luyima | The Hoima Post On November 18, 2020, in Luuka district, I came face to face with death. I was on duty as a journalist, camera in hand, simply recording what was happening. To the security forces on the ground, that alone was enough to make me a target. I survived, but many did not. More than …

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Uganda’s Abductions and Political Killings Surge » The Hoima Post –

Ugandas Abductions and Political Killings Surge The Hoima Post.webp

By Alexander Luyima | The Hoima Post Uganda is facing one of its darkest moments in recent history. In a rare break from official messaging, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Norbert Mao openly condemned the country’s human rights record, delivering remarks that have stunned both citizens and international observers. Mao said clearly that he has no duty to defend …

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“Awa Difo Arua!” Bobi Wine Hails Protest Vote, Recalls Kawuma’s Murder in Defiant Return » The Hoima Post –

Awa Difo Arua Bobi Wine Hails Protest Vote Recalls Kawumas

ARUA CITY – In a charged and emotional return to Arua City, opposition leader Bobi Wine has hailed the people of West Nile as the “true definition of a protest vote,” praising their resilience in the face of what he described as state-sponsored intimidation. The politician’s journey to Arua was itself a testament to the day’s tensions. He reported that a …

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Minister Amongi Initiates Community Loan Scheme for Lira City Residents

Minister Amongi Initiates Community Loan Scheme for Lira City Residents

LIRA CITY – The Honorable Minister for Gender, Labour and Social Development, Betty Amongi Akena, has officially launched a community-focused loan scheme designed to provide affordable capital to residents of Lira City.Dubbed the “Lira City Empowerment Loan Initiative,” the program was announced on 17-November-2025 at one of the  popular local online tv called LCC TV bass in Lira City . The …

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Bobi Wine Vows Justice for Arua Assassination Attempt Ahead of Emotional Return » The Hoima Post –

Bobi Wine Vows Justice for Arua Assassination Attempt Ahead of

In a somber media briefing ahead of his campaign journey to Arua, opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, declared that the perpetrators behind the 2018 assassination attempt that claimed the life of his driver will one day be brought to book. Addressing journalists, the National Unity Platform (NUP) president framed the day-long campaign trip to the West …

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EMYOOGA FUNDS: 3 OFFICERS BEHIND BARS FOR CHEWING UGX 65M

EMYOOGA FUNDS 3 OFFICERS BEHIND BARS FOR CHEWING UGX 65M

Post Views: 153 By Ambrose KwerondaIn Kabalewww.mkneslink.comThe territorial Police in Kabale are holding three members of the Kabale Municipality Elected Leaders Emyooga SACCO in connection with the alleged theft of Shs 65,095,000, money belonging to the association. The suspects, all executive members of the SACCO, were arrested on Wednesday following months of investigations into what police describe as a …

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YOUTHS ASCRIBE HIGH ABORTION RATES, USE OF CONTRACEPTIVES TO ARROGANT PARENTS

YOUTHS ASCRIBE HIGH ABORTION RATES USE OF CONTRACEPTIVES TO ARROGANT

Post Views: 194 By Andama MosesIn Masindiwww.mknewslink.com Masindi youth have attributed high rise on abortion and use of contraceptive pills in the district and country at large on parents who are arrogant. The youth were speaking during an activity on reproductive health justice forum organised by Alpha action for social and economic development (AASED) held at Bikonzi sub county …

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