Uganda President Museveni sent Putin a letter about the 80th Victory Day. He praised Russia for beating Nazi Germany during World War II. The celebration happened in Moscow on May 9. Chinese leader Xi Jinping attended the event, and Brazil leader Lula da Silva also attended.
Museveni wrote that Victory Day shows courage against tyranny. The Russian army is fighting Ukraine right now. This war has killed many people since February 2022. America gave weapons to Ukraine for defense. Western countries tried to hurt Russian money through sanctions.
Museveni told Putin that Uganda wants to be friends with Russia and promised to work together on projects both countries like. In his letter, he wished Putin good health and hoped for peace in...
NUP lawyer Abed Nasser Mudyobole vanished Friday after armed men took him from the Gold Rock Hotel in Kyaliwajjala. He wanted to run for Parliament in Iganga Municipality. Uganda Law Society asked police about him, but received no answers. The society's vice president, Anthony Asiimwe, reported that people with guns came at 5 pm. Family members said these people drove a drone vehicle when they grabbed Mudyobole during his client meeting.
This case adds to many similar events where security forces target opposition members across Uganda. Political workers face danger just for their party membership. People released after such captures tell stories about being hurt badly. Some NUP supporters never came back after security forces took...
Former lawmaker Andrew Baryayanga won a leadership post without facing any rival in Kabale. Officials confirmed his opponent, Emmanuel Niwagaba, could not run because he had already lost an earlier vote. The meeting turned loud when supporters argued for almost 20 minutes after the results came out. Baryayanga said some people wanted to mess up the vote. He asked everyone to stand together for the coming elections.
In the Rukiga area, Dr. Alexander Kampikaho lost twice on the same day. New leader Ahmed Bende beat him with 123 votes against just four votes in the town council race. Kampikaho tried again for second place, but Joy Tumushabe defeated him again. People say Kampikaho lost support after fighting against another party member...
Uganda military leader Felix Busizoori asked retiring troops to stay disciplined after they leave service. He spoke to soldiers known as Batch 15 at the army headquarters in Gulu city. Busizoori thanked them for helping bring peace to Northern Uganda during hard times. He said their work made a difference for the country. These veterans served when Uganda needed them most.
Busizoori told the soldiers they would remain part of the reserve force even after retirement. If called upon, they might need to help with future missions. He warned against drinking too much alcohol because it harms health. He suggested they join veteran savings groups for financial help. The general also asked them to avoid causing political problems in their...
East African leaders are meeting in Arusha, Tanzania, to discuss digital systems that help people across borders. The three-day meeting aims to check progress on digital ID cards, payment methods, and information sharing between countries. Officials want to close gaps where some people cannot use digital services because they lack internet access or proper equipment. Representatives from different countries will present their digital project achievements since last August. They hope to create plans that work for everyone involved.
Germany helps support this meeting through their cooperation agency as countries try to build trust in these new systems. The East African Community Secretary General, Veronica Nduva, called digital systems...
Uganda asked for fair health rules during a major meeting in Geneva. Health leader Dr. Aceng spoke to officials from many countries about sharing medical supplies when sickness spreads. She wants every nation to have equal access to vaccines and treatments, no matter how rich or poor. Countries need to work together when new diseases appear across borders. Dr. Aceng reminded everyone that COVID-19 made 775 million people sick worldwide.
The group discussed how diseases like HIV and malaria still hurt communities despite medical advances. The head doctor at WHO praised Uganda for taking charge of this important issue. He asked all countries to agree on new rules for fighting future health threats. Many health officials shared stories...
President Museveni opened new roads in Kasese town worth 53 billion shillings on Wednesday. Workers built thirteen roads as part of a government program to help towns grow. These roads changed how people travel around Kasese every day. The town also received new drainage systems and waste trucks to keep streets clean.
Museveni said the government keeps its promises about building better towns. He talked about prioritizing things when planning what to build. According to his plan for Uganda, security comes before other needs. The president asked leaders not to promise everything at once but to focus on what matters most.
The town earned more money after these roads opened for use. Their income jumped from 399 million to 1.4 billion...
Vipers SC won the Uganda Premier League after beating Kitara FC 2-0 on Wednesday. Gusto Mulongo scored first when he tapped the ball home after a spilled free kick. Yunus Sentamu added a second goal from Milton Karisa's header. Vipers earned the title with one game left to play. They have 68 points, four ahead of second-place NEC FC.
The team will collect its trophy next week at St. Mary's Stadium. In their final match, they will face relegated Soltilo Bright Stars. NEC FC narrowly beat SC Villa 1-0, but could not catch up. Other games saw KCCA defeat Lugazi FC 5-0 and BUL edge Maroons 1-0. Police will play UPDF at Kavumba on Thursday.
Stanbic Bank Uganda official Ken Agutamba will lead the Uganda Bankers Association communication team. He takes over from DFCU worker Jude Kansiime after banks agreed to pick him. Agnes Mubiru from Cairo Bank becomes the second leader. Everyone on the team voted for Agutamba as their new boss. UBA needs someone to help deal with money fraud problems.
Agutamba said he wants to build trust with bank customers. He aims to make banks talk clearly with people. He hopes to change how people see banks through better messages. Patricia Amito from UBA praised his past work with news groups. She believes he will help solve problems banks face when talking to the public.
Agutamba worked in banks, news, and other jobs for more than ten years...
