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Kampala- Uganda’s public debt has risen sharply over the past four years, triggering concern from the Auditor General over the country’s growing debt burden. Auditor General Edward Akol.(Courtesy photo) According to the latest Auditor General’s report, Uganda’s total public debt increased from Shs69.20 trillion in 2021 to Shs114.60 trillion in the financial year ending June 2025. The report highlights a particularly …

Munyonyo, Kampala — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged the Judiciary to place judicial wellness at the centre of justice delivery, arguing that the physical, mental and ethical wellbeing of judicial officers is critical to effective case management, faster dispute resolution and national stability. Vice President, Hon. Jessica Alupo being welcomed by Chief Justice and Principal judge Jane Frances Abodo. …

As Uganda is left with a few days to the Election Day of the President, the voting and declaration day have been declared Public Holidays. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni  “(Under Section 2 (2) of the Public Holidays Act, Cap. 174) IN EXERCISE of the powers conferred upon the President by Section 2 (2) of the Public Holidays Act, I declare …

Kampala — A civic education initiative known as Know Your Laws is transforming public conversation around some of Uganda’s most controversial legislation by translating complex legal texts into clear, accessible information for ordinary citizens, campaign organisers say. The campaign was launched at a time of increasing restrictions on civic space, following the passage of the Anti-Homosexuality Act and the Computer …

Kampala- On Tuesday, 23rd day of December 2025, a courtesy meeting was held between the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Mr. Lino Anguzu, and the Director of the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), AIGP Tom Magambo, to reaffirm their commitment to close inter-agency collaboration in the administration of criminal justice. The meeting was held at the head office of the Office …

Post Views: 1 bY aMbrose KwerondaIN kABALE www.mknewslink.com—– The Bishop of the Diocese of Kigezi Rt. Rev. Gaddie Akanjuna, has advised members of the public to avoid moving at night during the upcoming Christmas festive season, warning that criminals often take advantage of the period to steal people’s property. Bishop Akanjuna made the remarks yesterday during a press conference …

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has joined a growing chorus of condemnation from civic groups and human rights defenders, following the violent crackdown on National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters in Mbarara. The incident, which unfolded last week, has sparked widespread outrage across the country, with calls for urgent reforms to ensure electoral integrity and respect for political freedoms as Uganda …

Kween – President Yoweri Museveni has ordered auditors to investigate alleged misuse of government funds in Kween District, saying corruption that robs communities of services will not be tolerated. Speaking to thousands of NRM supporters at a campaign rally in Kween on Tuesday, Museveni said he had received reports that money meant for local projects — notably the Shs1.3 billion …

By Wabusimba Amiri, A journey from Kampala to Mbale spans approximately 240 kilometres and takes about five hours. A passenger is expected to part with between UGX 25,000= and UGX 35,000=. Covering 273 kilometres to Mbarara costs slightly more around UGX 30,000 to UGX 35,000 over a journey lasting close to six hours. Yet a trip to Gulu, just an …

Kampala — The Head of Public Service and Secretary to the Cabinet, Lucy Nakyobe, has summoned executive directors and commissioners from government agencies affected by the government agencies merger or Rationalisation of Agencies and Public Expenditure (RAPEX) exercise to account for existing vacancies and unabsorbed staff. Reliable sources indicate that the meeting is scheduled for Thursday this week, and will involve all chief executives and commissioners from …