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Parliament Adjourns Amidst Chaos Following Alleged Defamatory Remarks on Woman MP
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa was compelled to adjourn proceedings until the following week as chaos erupted over allegations of defamatory remarks and a physical altercation involving Members of Parliament.
The incident revolved around…
Government Rejects Proposal to Provide Contraceptives to Teenage Girls
The Minister of State for Children Affairs, Sarah Mateke, has reaffirmed that the government does not plan to implement a policy that encourages teenage girls to use contraceptives.
She made this statement while addressing journalists at…
Government Calls for Quality and Quantity in Uganda’s Manufacturing Sector
State Minister for Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives, Harriet Ntabaazi, has urged local manufacturers to improve the quality of their products to meet global standards. She emphasized that this is essential for positioning Uganda as a key…
Deputy Speaker Opposes Contraceptive Proposal for Teens, Citing Moral Concerns
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has asked government to withdraw a proposed plan by the Ministry of Health to permit young girls as young as 15 years old to access contraceptives, including condoms, implants, birth…
Finance Minister to Address Funding Shortfall for Student Loan Program
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa advised the Minister of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, Hon. Matia Kasaija, to utilize a three percent supplementary budget to address a funding shortfall of Shs13 billion for the…
MPs Call for Urgent Training of Doctors to Support Aging Population
Lawmakers have urged the government to establish specialized courses at universities to train medical doctors, also known as geriatricians, who specialize in the treatment of older persons.
This call comes as they…
Museveni Emphasizes Environmental Conservation in Independence Anniversary
President Yoweri Museveni has announced his plan to issue an executive order to stop the destruction of wetlands and other natural resources.
During the country's 61st Independence Anniversary Speech, the president emphasized the…
Museveni Urges Ugandans on Politics of Interests to Foster Prosperity
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has outlined eight (8) essential factors of success for Uganda and the wider Africa.
Officiating at the 61st National Independence Day Celebrations held in Kitgum District today, President Museveni said…
FDC Set to Elect New National Executive Committee, Over 1,000 Delegates Accredited
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) is holding a conference where 1,271 delegates are expected to attend.
These delegates come from different categories, including District Chairpersons, General Secretaries, Secretaries for Publicity…
Why High Court Allowed Najjanankumbi Faction Delegates Conference
The High Court has given approval for the FDC delegates conference organized by the Najjanankumbi faction, scheduled for today. Justice Musa Ssekana, in his ruling, stated that those attempting to obstruct the conference are doing so with…