× A pressure group within Uganda’s Democratic Party, DP At Heart, has issued a strong condemnation of the abduction and detention of prominent lawyer, former Kampala Lord Mayor and opposition figure Counsel Erias Lukwago, warning that the incident signals a dangerous erosion of the rule of law in the country. In a statement released today, the group described Lukwago …

Small and medium-scale traders have been urged to embrace disciplined saving and responsible business practices as critical drivers of long-term financial stability and enterprise growth. The call was made by National Social Security Fund (NSSF) managing director Patrick Michael Ayota and Nile Breweries managing director Nkanyiso Mncwabe during a joint engagement with retailers under the Growing Retailers Innovatively Together (GRIT) …

The Industrial Division of the High Court has awarded Shs 36.3 million to a former Wakiso district employee after finding that his dismissal by the District Service Commission (DSC) was unlawful and procedurally unfair. In a judgment delivered by Justice Anthony Wabwire Musana, alongside panel members Amos Lapenga, Emmanuel Bigirimana and Dr Olinga Dawn Kerjew, the court held that an …

Ugandan hip-hop legends Navio and The Mith have officially unveiled their collaborative album GODLVL at an exclusive listening party held at Silo 15 in Bugolobi on Sunday evening. The intimate event brought together artists, media, industry stakeholders, and fans for a first listen to the 14-track project, while also offering insight into the inspiration, collaborations, and creative journey behind the …

A procurement storm is brewing in Bundibugyo District after explosive allegations emerged that top district officials and politically connected individuals are using their positions to influence the award of lucrative government contracts to companies linked to themselves and their relatives.At the center of the scandal being investigated by security agencies are District Education Officer (DEO) John Byamukama, District Procurement Officer …

A fierce succession battle is brewing at the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA), with allegations of favoritism, boardroom scheming and behind-the-scenes lobbying threatening to overshadow preparations for the exit of long-serving CEO Eng. Ziria Tibalwa Waako.The storm erupted after ERA quietly advertised the Chief Executive Officer position internally, locking out external applicants and triggering accusations that the recruitment process has been …

By Mulengera Reporters On Tuesday, Makindye-based Utilities, Standards & Wildlife Court Chief Magistrate Her Worship Gladys Kamasanyu called upon government MDAs prosecutors who come to prosecute criminal cases in her Court to emulate the high excellence levels and dedication to work consistently exhibited by their peers from Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA).   Kamasanyu was responding to prosecutors from standards enforcement …

What often begins with the promise of a better life, education, or an opportunity to earn money to support their impoverished families in rural areas has become the reality that is often closer to modernday slavery. The fight of Uganda against child labour has been going on for years and seems to be getting tougher and longer. Domestic servitude is …

Embattled Absa Bank Kenya has launched an 8.9 percent off plan mortgage product, even as the lender continues to face scrutiny over fraud related complaints, customer protection concerns and past questions around internal controls.The new facility targets buyers purchasing units in approved off plan housing projects and offers financing of up to 105 percent for qualifying customers, with the product …

By Ben Musanje  The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has boycotted a Bar-Bench meeting convened by the Judiciary, citing the alleged abduction and detention of advocate Erias Lukwago and accusing judicial authorities of remaining silent in the face of what it described as harassment and intimidation of a legal practitioner.   In a letter dated June 16, 2026, addressed to the …