Dan Wandera

Africa

Writer at Daily Monitor

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Articles

Muruli calls for stronger government-media dialogue ahead of 2026 elections

1 week ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

Public Service Minister Wilson Muruli Mukasa has called for deeper dialogue between the media and government to clear misconceptions about alleged hostility between the two sectors, especially as Uganda gears up for the 2026 general elections. Speaking during World Press Freedom Day celebrations held in Nakasongola District on May 3, Mr Muruli stressed the critical role the media plays in mobilization efforts for both government and private sector programs.
Luweero: A post-independence district without municipalities

2 weeks ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

What you need to know:Leaders say the district is missing out on development projects such as roads. dan wandera By 1974 when Luweero District was created from the original East Mengo District together with Mukono District, the short-lived municipality status granted to Bombo Town in the later years by President Idd Amin was scrapped under unclear circumstances in 1988.
Minister Nabakooba rallies youths on job opportunities after skills training programmes

2 weeks ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

What you need to know:Ms Maria Goreth Nampuuma, a resident of Mityana Municipality, is among the many breaking the barriers of joblessness after training in the shoe-making industry. Lands and Urban Development Minister Ms Judith Nabakooba has urged all youths undertaking the different skilling programmes to be champions of self-employment through knowledge application after graduation.
Africa’s environmental advocates to gather in Luweero for Pope Francis’ Laudato 'Si' Vision

2 weeks ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

Listen to this article What you need to know:More than 200 delegates, including academia, researchers, policymakers, environmental and climate activists, and religious leaders, will meet to evaluate how far the world has moved in responding to Pope Francis’ call to restore the depleted environment.
How NRM wrestled back Luweero District speakership from NUP

4 weeks ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

What you need to know:Luweero holds deep political symbolism. It was the epicentre of the 1981–1986 guerrilla war that brought President Museveni to power. The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has reclaimed the speakership of Luweero District Council, ending a brief but symbolic control by the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) in a region once considered a stronghold of President Museveni’s support.
Bamunanika: Where Kabaka’s legacy lives among his subjects

1 month ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

What you need to know:As Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II marks his 70th birthday, we take a journey through the places, people, and traditions that define his enduring bond with the Buganda Kingdom. This series celebrates the milestones of his reign, the cultural heritage he continues to preserve, and the lives he has touched across Buganda.
Kiryandongo eviction leaves 72-year-old blind widow, dozens homeless

1 month ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

What you need to know:Ms Matirina Akuto, whose husband was buried near their now-demolished home, says the eviction that occurred on April 10, 2025, was carried out without compassion for her disability. A 72-year-old blind widow is among more than 70 residents of Kyeganwa II Village in Kigumba Sub-county, Kiryandongo District who have been left homeless after a forceful eviction from land they say they have occupied for over 45 years.
Nakasongola leaders reveal new tactics used by livestock thieves

1 month ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

What you need to know:The other tricks identified by the security teams that are used by the cattle theft gangs is the forging of the animal movement permits, slaughter of animals and transportation of carcasses using sand tracks, and bribing particular security officials to allow night movement of animals.
New wave of electricity infrastructure vandalism hits Greater Luweero

1 month ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

What you need to know:According to Ms Ruth Nankabirwa, the minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, continued vandalism of the electricity network is sabotaging the electricity access agenda that the government embarked on to ensure electricity for all by 2030. Between 2019 and 2020, the Ministry records show that the government lost over Shs260 billion due to vandalism.
Luweero Muslims, chairperson clash over Mubajje’s new term

1 month ago | monitor.co.ug | Dan Wandera

What you need to know:Mr Ssekyanzi also questioned the scheduling of the April 3 meeting, where he was expected to defend himself, despite not having formally received the petition. Luweero Muslims and their chairperson are embroiled in a conflict that threatens to distabilise the unity of the faithful. This follows a petition calling for the impeachment of Mr Ali Ndaula Ssekyanzi, the Luweero District Muslim chairperson, by councillors of Luweero Muslim District.