The Electoral Commission has commenced the election of Village Committees for Older Persons across the country, with the process actively taking place in several parts of Lira City. The elections, aimed at empowering the elderly and ensuring their representation at the grassroots level, have seen mixed participation in various wards. Low Turnout in Some Areas as Exercise Kicks Off Across Uganda
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has signed into law the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Amendment Act, 2025. The new legislation brings major changes to the military justice system, including granting military courts the authority to try civilians found in possession of military items such as firearms, uniforms, or ammunition. It also targets civilians accused of collaborating with soldiers in serious crimes like murder, robbery, and treason.
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