As the war between Russia and Ukraine grinds on, growing concerns about the recruitment of African nationals into foreign military service demand urgent scrutiny. Reports and allegations that Africans are being lured into Ukraine’s armed forces with promises of lucrative salaries, citizenship and better opportunities raise serious questions about exploitation, informed consent and the responsibilities…
President Yoweri Museveni has warned African leaders against using the newly established Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA) to give their countries favourable ratings, saying the agency must provide an accurate assessment of their economies. Museveni said the agency should help African countries understand their economic position, manage debt and expand trade under the African Continental…
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The High Court in Luwero has rejected an attempt by former Nakaseke Central Member of Parliament Allan Mayanja to introduce additional electronic evidence in his election petition challenging the outcome of the January 2026 parliamentary election. The ruling was delivered by Justice Samuel Emokor on Monday as the court commenced hearings in the petition filed…
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has demanded a review of fuel taxes and full disclosure of petroleum procurement costs, warning that rising fuel prices and the cost of living are placing increasing pressure on Ugandan households and businesses. The party wants the government to publish a breakdown of fuel procurement costs, taxes, profit margins…
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Members of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party, leaders, and supporters of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) have condemned the alleged torture of a social media critic of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba in Gulu City. A video that circulated widely on social media on Sunday afternoon showed a popular…
Police have arrested 552 people over the alleged theft, embezzlement, and diversion of Parish Development Model (PDM) funds in a nationwide crackdown conducted over the past two months. Of those arrested, 429 have been arraigned in court, according to Police Spokesperson Assistant Commissioner of Police Kituuma Rusoke, who said the operation would be extended to…
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