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By Alexander Luyima | The Hoima Post For many years, Ugandans residing in the diaspora have held a distinctive position. Despite their physical distance, they maintain strong emotional and political ties to their homeland. They contribute through remittances, support their families, fund community initiatives, and increasingly voice their opinions on national matters. However, this connection may now be accompanied by …

By Alexander Luyima | The Hoima Post KAMPALA, Uganda — The Ugandan government is moving swiftly to pass the Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2025, a sweeping piece of legislation that officials say will shield the country from foreign interference. However, critics warn the bill could significantly restrict civic space, target the diaspora, and further erode democratic freedoms.The proposed law comes …

The Utawaleza Coalition, which means “rainbow” in Chichewa, was established with support from the United Nations Development Programme. It aims to serve as a coordinated platform for advocacy, protection and visibility of LGBTIQ+ individuals. RELATED NEWS FROM MALAWI ON ERASING 76 CRIMES: Malawi LGBTQ communities struggle to access health care (August 2024) Malawi court refuses to overturn anti-LGBTQ+ laws (July …

Kampala– National Resistance Movement (NRM) Secretariat has invited all incoming members of the 12th Parliament to a leadership retreat aimed at strengthening governance and aligning priorities. Some of NRM Leaders during their recent meeting at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds.(Courtesy) In a communication dated March 27, 2026, the NRM Secretary General, Richard Todwong, said the retreat will be held at the National …

Namirembe – The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Rt Rev. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, has called on Ugandans to remain steadfast in faith and work towards unity, stability, and peace, as the country marks Easter celebrations. Delivering his 2026 Easter message on Thursaday at the Provincial Secretariat, the Archbishop described Easter as the most significant event in the Christian …

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The Resident City Commissioner (RCC) for Kawempe Division, Kagenyi Lukka, has come under scrutiny for allegedly violating court orders concerning the disputed Katanga land near Wandegeya. In a letter dated March 23, 2026, addressed to the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, Kagenyi directed the institution to hand over the Katanga land to Nanziza Construction Company Uganda Limited. He argued …

The Resident City Commissioner (RCC) for Kawempe Division, Kagenyi Lukka, has come under scrutiny for allegedly violating court orders concerning the disputed Katanga land near Wandegeya. In a letter dated March 23, 2026, addressed to the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, Kagenyi directed the institution to hand over the Katanga land to Nanziza Construction Company Uganda Limited. He argued …

Brenda Biya challenges norms around sexuality in conservative Cameroon Brenda Biya, daughter of Cameroon president Paul Biya, came out publicly as a lesbian in 2024. (Olivier Corsan photo courtesy of Le Parisien) COMMENTARY By Steeves Winner At 28 years old, Brenda Biya—daughter of Cameroon President Paul Biya—made a notable appearance alongside her mother, Chantal Biya, during the March 8 International …