Tag Archives: ACCOUNTABILITY

× The Secretary General of the Democratic Party (DP) and Member of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), Rt. Hon. Dr. Siranda Blacks Gerald, has called for stronger regional parliamentary leadership to address the growing mental health crisis across the East African Community (EAC), saying mental health must be treated as a regional development and governance priority rather than solely …

By Ben Musanje The Deputy Inspector General of Government (DIGG), Anne Twinomugisha Muhairwe, has challenged the Ministry of Health’s top management to translate accountability principles into action, saying strong leadership is the foundation for building resilient institutions and delivering quality healthcare services. Muhairwe said that while policies, systems and procedures provide the framework for good governance, it is accountable leadership …

Kampala– On Thursday, the Judiciary Disciplinary Committee (JDC) and the Judicial Service Commission Disciplinary Committee (JSC DC) held a joint meeting at the Supreme Court Conference Hall in Kampala aimed at strengthening coordination, harmonising disciplinary procedures and enhancing accountability in the administration of justice. Some of the members during the meeting. The engagement brought together members of both committees to …

By Alexander Luyima | The Hoima Post The Lubowa International Specialized Hospital project was initially presented as a transformative initiative for Uganda’s healthcare system. It was envisioned as a modern facility designed to reduce international medical referrals, generate long-term public savings, and establish Uganda as a regional leader in advanced medical treatment. However, over time, the discourse surrounding the project …

Mukono District — The Health Department of Mukono District has conducted its quarterly performance review meeting, calling for strengthened ethics, accountability, and improved service delivery across health facilities. Some of the participants The meeting, held at the Mukono Municipality Council Headquarters on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, brought together health facility in-charges, medical superintendents, private health providers, religious leaders, and development …

Uganda is sitting on a silent epidemic, and the numbers are chilling. Fourteen million Ugandans — roughly 32 percent of the population — are estimated to be battling some form of mental disorder. Yet only about 10 percent are receiving treatment. As cases surge, the Auditor General’s December 2025 Value for Money audit on the Provision of Mental Health Services …

Kampala– The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has condemned the decision by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to withdraw corruption-related charges against three National Resistance Movement (NRM) legislators, describing the move as troubling and demanding public accountability. The three Legislators during their trial at the Anti Corruption Division of High Court. (Courtesy photo) The charges were dropped on Tuesday through …

The State House Comptroller, Ms. Jane Barekye has cautioned the Presidential Industrial Skilling Hub SACCO leaders against misappropriating funds. “If you use these funds properly,President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has promised to add more into your SACCOs,”she said. The State House Comptroller made the remarks yesterday while leading a training session on the proper management of funds for the SACCO leaders …

KIBUKU — The State House Comptroller, Ms. Jane Barekye, has called for transparency, accountability, and teamwork in managing the SACCO funds allocated to graduates of the Presidential Industrial Skilling Hubs. Speaking at the Bukedi Zonal Presidential Industrial Skilling Hub in Kibuku, Ms. Barekye underscored the need for honesty and responsible management of the funds, saying they are vital to realizing …

Post Views: 1 By Esther OlukaIn Kampala—– NMS General Manager Moses Kamabare addresses religious leaders and stakeholders in Entebbe Uganda’s churches and mosques are more than spiritual homes.They are powerful platforms of influence. In the fight against medicine theft, religious leaders have an opportunity to use that influence for the health of the nation.Despite government efforts through the National …