Ministers shut down Evelyn Anite’s lecture on corruption
State Minister for Investment and Privatization left the National Leadership Institute(NALI) in Kyankwanzi reeling with anger after fellow ministers shut down her lecture on corruption.During the weeklong retreat at Kyankwanzi, Anite took to the podium to preach the gospel against corruption but to her shock, fellow ministers turned her down.It is also reported that the ministers said she had her own dirty linen that she was not fit to lecture them on corrupton.The action by the ministers left Anite dejected and was seen with a few colleagues who tried to console her.It is reported that Anite would later leave Kyankwanzi prematurely, to the shock of everyone.Earlier this month, the minister said mafia has tried so much to link her to dirty deals but has failed to get any evidence on her, saying she ready for jail if it ever comes out.“I know I have gone through fire but if I am guilty, I am ready to face whatever comes my way. If I have fallen short of God’s glory and evidence is there, I am ready to walk to Luzira. People are fearing the corrupt because they are powerful but I won’t back off. If there is evidence that I took money from such and such an investor or have shares in such an such a company, I am ready to walk to Luzira,” Anite said.Anite said following the expose of corruption in Uganda Investment Authority, the corrupt, she described as mafia have started schemes to tarnish her name by linking her to several flourishing businesses in the country .She said allegations have also been brought to show she has amassed a lot of wealth.“When I joined Parliament, my first salary was shs28 million! From a salary of shs500,000/ at the Uganda Media Centre to shs28 million. Now it has grown to shs40m! And you expect me to be poor! You say am so rich because I have mentioned corruption? I talked to IGG and asked she does lifestyle audit on me,” Anite said.She added that for her hotel in Arua and factory, she pays all taxes.The minister said this was the same story when she started fighting for Uganda Telecom .“When I declared war that its assets should not be divide to a few people at the expense of Ugandans, I was called names and threatened . The way corruption fought back was to say I took shs28 billion from investors from Mauritius. Who is thins investor can give Anite Shs28bn and doesn’t take the company but keeps quiet? I want to tell you even if Ugandans didn’t say thank you, UTL is now 100% locally owned. Despite all allegations that I had interest and given money, Ugandans now have a company in the name of UTEL.”“However, this came at a cost and it was heavy because the mafia followed me to my political seat but I don’t mind because it was not in my interest to be in politics. I lost my political office to corruption.” https://www.ugbulletin.co.ug/ministers-shut-down-evelyn-anites-lecture-on-corruption/
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Ugandan Citizen Abducted, Held in Secret Detention for Three Months, Sparks Outrage and Calls for Justice
A disturbing new case of unlawful detention has surfaced, highlighting the ongoing human rights crisis in Uganda. A Ugandan citizen was reportedly abducted and held in a secret facility, known as a “safe house,” for three months, only to be released without charge or explanation. This incident, reported by NTV Uganda, has sparked widespread condemnation and renewed calls for accountability regarding human rights abuses in the country.
While the details surrounding the abduction remain unclear, reports indicate that the individual was taken without due process and held incommunicado—an action that has long been condemned by human rights organizations. The victim’s release, with no charges filed and no clear justification, has angered activists and citizens, who view this as yet another case of egregious abuse of power by the state.
“This is a recurring pattern,” said one human rights activist. “Abductions, secret detentions, and unexplained releases have become all too common in Uganda. These acts violate fundamental human rights and erode public trust in the justice system.”
The use of “safe houses,” unregistered detention facilities reportedly operated by security forces, has been a focal point in numerous allegations of torture and illegal imprisonment. Despite repeated calls from both local and international organizations for their closure and accountability for those involved, little action has been taken to address these violations.
This case underscores the urgent need for reform within Uganda’s security apparatus and greater accountability for human rights abuses. Observers hope that drawing attention to these injustices will spur concrete action to bring those responsible to justice and ensure the protection of basic human rights.
As frustration mounts, calls for both domestic and international pressure to hold the government accountable for such crimes grow louder. “One day, there must be accountability for all these crimes against our people,” stated one social media user, reflecting the sentiments of many Ugandans.
National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi has accused Ugandan security forces of using excessive force to disrupt a planned NUP gathering. The allegations were detailed in a statement shared on Twitter, following an event held to honor children of NUP supporters who were killed, disappeared, or detained for their political beliefs.
According to Kyagulanyi, security personnel, under the command of an officer identified as Asiimwe, carried out a preemptive operation early in the morning upon learning of the NUP’s plans. The forces allegedly stormed the premises, arrested workers, and deployed tear gas to disperse those present.
“The criminals under the command of one Asiimwe deployed early morning, arrested our workers, and threw tear gas into our premises. They’ve cordoned off the premises and blocked all people from accessing the place,” Kyagulanyi wrote.
Among those reportedly arrested were Saava Peter, Mudenya Samson, and Turyasingura Samson. Kyagulanyi claimed the detained workers were subjected to beatings and interrogated about their political affiliations, with security operatives labeling them as terrorists.
“These JATT operatives asked the workers who they support politically, branding them terrorists and criminals—their only crime being that they work with us. You can imagine the indignity!” Kyagulanyi lamented.
This incident adds to the growing tension in Uganda’s political climate, where opposition parties frequently accuse the government of stifling dissent. Despite the challenges, Kyagulanyi ended his statement with a message of defiance and optimism, proclaiming, “UGANDA WILL BE FREE.”
NUP Gathering Disrupted: Kyagulanyi Alleges Security Force Harassment and Arrests
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Sudan Demands Apology from Uganda Over Army Chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s Threat to Invade Khartoum
Sudan has demanded an official apology from Uganda over “offensive and dangerous” comments made by the chief of Uganda army staff, who threated to invade Khartoum, the Sudan Tribune has reported.
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and CDF of the Ugandan army, posted two comments on the X platform on Tuesday in which he threatened “to capture Khartoum” with the support of the US President elect Donald Trump after he takes office. The posts were deleted later.
“The government of Sudan demands and official apology from the Ugandan government for the offensive and dangerous comments of the army commander,” Sudan’s foreign ministry said in a statement that the Sudan Tribune said it has seen.
Sudan Demands Apology from Uganda Over Army Chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s Threat to Invade Khartoum