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Kampala– The Uganda Human Rights Commission has congratulated President Yoweri Museveni upon his swearing-in for a fresh term in office, while urging continued commitment to human rights, justice, accountability and inclusive economic empowerment. Commissioner Shifra Lukwago with UHRC Chairperson Lady Justice Mariam Wangadya. (File photo) In a statement dated May 11, 2026, UHRC Chairperson Mariam Wangadya said “This moment is both …

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His Eminence Dr. Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje has commended Abdullahi Hussein Shire for sponsoring eight Muslims to perform Hajj in the holy city of Makkah in 2026. The beneficiaries, comprising six men and two women, are expected to join millions of Muslims from across the world during the annual pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. Speaking during a thanksgiving and farewell function …

Kampala – The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) and South Sudan’s Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening political collaboration, regional integration and socio-economic transformation between the two sister parties. NRM Secretary General Hon. Richard Tadwong with an SPLM Representative at NRM Headquarters on Monday  The agreement was formalised during a meeting between senior …

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By Kayiira Jackson  The 2026 Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association U20 Boys Football Championship officially kicked off on Monday in Lira with exciting early morning encounters played across different venues in the town. Kyadondo Secondary School made a bright start to their campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Kigumba Intensive Secondary School in one of the standout fixtures of …

The future of Ugandan netball continues to shine brightly, and one of its newest stars is undoubtedly Subra Saidi. The talented Goal Attacker (GA) from Hamdan Islamic Secondary School was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the recently concluded USSSA Ball Games I 2026 held at Seroma Christian High School. Despite Hamdan Islamic SS falling 34-30 to St. Mary’s …

Kampala, Uganda — The recent break-in at the headquarters of the Bank of Uganda has reignited national debate over institutional security, financial governance, and the growing sophistication of criminal networks targeting strategic public institutions in Uganda.  In a public statement issued on May 4, the central bank confirmed that unknown individuals unlawfully accessed its headquarters along Kampala Road during the …

Kampala, Uganda — Diplomats, government officials, development partners, private sector leaders, and representatives of civil society gathered in Kampala on Thursday evening as the European Union marked Europe Day 2026 alongside the 50th anniversary of diplomatic partnership between Uganda and the EU. Hosted by Amb. Jan Sadek at his Residence, the celebration brought together ambassadors and representatives of all EU …

Botswana-The passing of former Botswana President Festus Mogae at the age of 86 marks the end of a significant chapter in Africa’s post-independence leadership story. Across the continent and beyond, tributes have emerged not only in recognition of his decade-long presidency, but also for the institutional discipline, economic stewardship, and quiet diplomacy that came to define his public life. At …