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
Bukonzo West Member of Parliament, Hon. Atikins Katushabe, was this morning successfully nominated at the FDC Kasese District branch offices, confirming his intention to defend his seat in the upcoming party primaries.
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.
The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, has officially been nominated to run for the Bukedea District Woman Member of Parliament seat in the upcoming elections.
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, yesterday arrived at the 4th Division headquarters in Gulu to assess ongoing military operations in the region. Upon arrival, Gen Muhoozi was received by the 4th Division Commander, Major General Felix Busizoori, alongside other senior military commanders
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