Going forward, all aspiring teachers must hold a degree in education and complete a supervised Teacher Internship Programme designed to assess both classroom competence and professional conduct. Uganda’s Parliament has passed the National Teachers Bill, 2024, ushering in one of the most far-reaching reforms in the country’s education sector in decades. The legislation introduces stricter […]
The office of the Speaker must also be understood within this constitutional framework. Article 82 provides for the election of the Speaker, whose duty is to preside over proceedings and ensure order. The office is intended to serve the House, not to dominate it. Whose House Is It Anyway? Reasserting the People’s Authority in Uganda’s […]
Uganda is set to co-host 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Kenya and Tanzania under the “Pamoja” bid, a move officials say could boost tourism, trade, and regional integration. Uganda’s ambitious preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have come under parliamentary scrutiny after State Minister for Sports Peter Ogwang presented a sweeping […]
Parliamentary tributes will take place on Wednesday, April 22, when Nakimuli’s body will lie in state at Parliament, followed by honors at the National Unity Platform headquarters and a vigil at her home in Namungoona. “I Need Life Too” — Archbishop Kazimba Responds to Critics of His Silence The cause of death of Kalangala Woman […]
The case underscores ongoing efforts by the Anti-Corruption Court to hold public officials accountable and combat financial misconduct within local governments. The Anti-Corruption Court has sentenced a sitting Member of Parliament, Hon. Otukol Samuel, alongside three co-accused, for their roles in causing financial loss, theft, and conspiracy to defraud Namisindwa District Local Government. Hon. Otukol […]
This interpretation aligns with earlier caution from Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka, who had emphasized that electoral processes are only complete after the oath of office is taken. Cerebral Palsy Is Not Witchcraft: Christine Kirungi Leads the Fight for Awareness and Care Uganda’s Parliament has abruptly paused preparations for a planned by-election to replace two representatives […]
Another proposal in the bill required the Leader of the Opposition to consult other opposition parties when appointing chairpersons and deputy chairpersons of parliamentary standing committees. Parliament has withdrawn the Administration of Parliament (Amendment) Bill, 2024 after its mover, Richard Lumu, presented a motion requesting its withdrawal. The bill, which had been tabled by the […]
“In the 2021 election, the police officers who were attached to our campaign were attacked violently and subjected to all manner of brutality,” Kyagulanyi said. “After the election, several of them, including their head Afande Kato, were arrested and detained for a long period.” Former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu has condemned the arrest and […]
The news raised eyebrows among lawmakers, many of whom were surprised that a high-ranking official such as Kagina would not seek to continue contributing to Uganda’s road infrastructure development under the Ministry’s banner. Senior Lawyer Nicholas Opiyo Questions Minister Nankabirwa’s Use of Doctor Title, Citing Academic Misrepresentation In a stunning revelation that has caught the […]
Kimosho further lamented the compromised enforcement of laws and the turnishing of the MPs’ reputation who are being perceived as thieves by the elite. Miracle in Kayunga: Harriet Nakweede’s Six-Year Wait Ends with Electoral Victory Member of Parliament for Kazo county, Dan Kimosho, has announced plans to propose an amendment to extend the presidential, parliamentary […]