A fresh wave of online criticism targeting David Kabanda has brought to the surface simmering rivalries within the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), casting new light on internal dynamics that have largely played out behind closed doors. The social media exchanges, which gathered momentum over the weekend, included allegations questioning Kabanda’s political consistency and loyalty….
Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply on Saturday after coordinated military action by the United States and Israel against targets in the Islamic Republic of Iran, prompting regional airspace closures and travel disruptions across the Gulf. Aircraft above much of the Gulf were grounded as countries including the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Qatar, Kuwait,…
KAMPALA — Political activist Nyanzi Martin Luther has announced plans to push for constitutional amendments aimed at removing the District Woman Member of Parliament position, arguing that the current framework should either be restructured or scrapped altogether. Speaking during a public address in Kampala, Nyanzi said he intends to mobilise citizens and leaders to support…
A group of opposition supporters appeared before the Kawempe Chief Magistrates’ Court in Kampala on fresh proceedings in a case where they are accused of unlawful drilling, with additional charges brought against one of the accused. The accused include Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, described by supporters as a deputy spokesperson within the opposition ranks, Edward Ssebuufu,…
Muhammad Ssebuwufu, a former city businessman convicted in 2019 for the kidnap and murder of Betty Donah Katusabe, was initially sentenced to 40 years in prison. Ssebuwufu was convicted by the High Court in 2019 and sentenced to 40 years in prison for his role in the killing of Katusabe, a case that drew widespread…