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The National Resistance Movement Secretary  General has finally  responded to the circulating news indicating that the party has confusion, including Gen. Otafiire's statement towards the UPC Member, Hon. Minister Betty Amongi.  "There is no confusion among party members. Hon. Ruth Acheng is from NRM, while Hon. Betty Amongi is from UPC. It's simply NRM vs. UPC in the constituency" said Twadong in the Ubc Exclusive Interview. Though Todwong further said that NRM has been working well with UPC, and they just need to align their differences.   What You Need To Know: The minister of Internal Affairs, Maj Gen (Rtd) Kahinda Otafiire, last week criticized Gender minister Betty Amongi, calling her a political failure undeserving of further support as a member of parliament. Earlier this year, Amongi, the opposition Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) representative and current Oyam South MP declared her intention to contest for the Lira City Woman MP seat in the 2026 elections....

The Chief of Defense Forces of the Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, met with his Algerian counterpart, General Saïd Chanegriha, to discuss military cooperation and bilateral ties.  Gen Kainerugaba was received with full military honors at the Algerian military headquarters in Algiers. The Ugandan CDF was accompanied by top UPDF Generals, including Maj Gen James Birungi, the Chief of Defense Intelligence and Security, Maj Gen Bob Ogiki, Joint Staff Policy and Strategy, and Maj Gen Keith Katungi, the 5th Division Infantry Commander. Top military chiefs from several Algerian military branches attended the meeting.  The meeting focused on areas of mutual interest and cooperation between the UPDF and the Algerian military.  In particular, the CDF and his counterpart discussed the upcoming signing of a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding between the UPDF and the National People’s Army of Algeria. This visit is part of Gen Kainerugaba's effor...

The stste stste Minister for Karamoja Affairs, who doubles as Sironko District Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Florence Nambozo has urged the people of Sironko and all citizens at large, who are bove 18 years to fully participate in the ongoing General Update of the National Voters’ Register. Minister Nambozo made a call on the 20th of January 2025, in her office in kampala while speaking to our reporter, Wanda Alfred. The exercise, which began on Monday, January 20, 2025, was flagged off by the Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon, at Kamwokya II, Kampala Central Division, in Kampala City.  It will run daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including weekends, and will conclude on February 10, 2025. Speaking to our reporter, Nekesa emphasized the significance of this process, urging citizens to visit parish update stations and ensure their details are accurate In order to participate of the forthcoming  2026 General elections. “In case we are lookin...

Public Healthcare is our Priority- Speaker Among Speaker Anita Among has assured the public of government’s commitment to prioritise public healthcare in a bid to enhance service delivery. Among was speaking on Tuesday during the official launch of the free medical camp in Bukedea Comprehensive School, organised by Ministry of Health in collaboration with Bukedea District Local Government and Anita Foundation.”I thank God that today our dream has come true… As Parliament, we shall support Ministry of Health to improve healthcare. I love issues of health, and I am happy we have brought health services nearer to the people and it has proved to be a people-centered health sector,” Among said. Recently, Speaker Among opened Bukedea Teaching Hospital, a non-profit state-of-the art health facility which complements government by offering health services at a subsidised cost. Among said the NRM government has over the recent years taken health matters very seriously and continues to recruit m...

The National Resistance Movement National treasure, Amb. Barbra Nekesa has called upon Uganda Citizens Above 18 years to fully participate in the ongoing General Update of the National Voters’ Register. Nekesa made the call on the 20th of January 2025, in her office in kampala while in a one-on-one with our reporter, Arnold Musamali. The exercise, which began on Monday, January 20, 2025, was flagged off by the Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon, at Kamwokya II, Kampala Central Division, in Kampala City.  It will run daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including weekends, and will conclude on February 10, 2025. Speaking to our reporter, Nekesa emphasized the significance of this process, urging citizens to visit parish update stations and ensure their details are accurate In order to participate of the forthcoming  2026 General elections. “This exercise is critical to ensuring a free and fair election next year. Therefore, I strongly encourage all...

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to begin the process of withdrawing the US from the World Health Organization (WHO). “Oooh, that’s a big one,” the newly inaugurated US president said as he approved the document after arriving back at the White House. It was one of dozens of executive actions he put his signature to on day one in office. This marks the second time Trump has ordered the US be pulled out of the WHO. Trump was critical of how the international body handled Covid-19 and began the process of pulling out from the Geneva-based institution during the pandemic. President Joe Biden later reversed that decision. Carrying out this executive action on day one makes it more likely the US will formally leave the global agency. “They wanted us back so badly so we’ll see what happens,” Trump said in the Oval Office, referring to the WHO, perhaps hinting the US might return eventually. The order said the US was withdrawing “due to the organization’s mishandling of...

Kampala, Uganda – In a remarkable recognition of his tireless humanitarian efforts, Dr. Keddi Zuluba Steven, CEO of Keddi Foundation, has won the esteemed World Icon Service Awards 2024 under the category of World humanitarian icon award. This prestigious award  placed Dr. Zuluba alongside an impressive list of global icons, including Warren Buffett, Oprah Winfrey, and Arnold Schwarzenegger, highlighting his exceptional contributions to humanitarian causes. Through his foundation, Dr. Zuluba has made a profound impact on countless lives worldwide. His organization has provided critical medical aid, innovative educational programs, and other essential services to underserved communities. Dr. Zuluba expressed his gratitude and thoughts upon winning this award, saying, “I am humbled and deeply honored by this achievement. It is a testament to the power of collective action and the importance of working together to create a better future.” The World Humanitarian Icon Award nomination i...