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It's My Final Term, I Swear - Muhwezi Tells Rujumbura

2 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Samuel Muhimba

Rujumbura County Member of Parliament Jim Muhwezi has declared his intention to contest for a final term to finish ongoing development projects in his constituency. After collecting expression of interest forms for the National Resistance Movement (NRM) primaries ahead of the 2026 general elections, Muhwezi confirmed this would be his last run for parliament.
Interdicted Lands Commissioner Mugaino Remanded

2 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Samuel Muhimba

The Anti-Corruption Court has remanded Baker Mugaino, the Commissioner for Land Registration in the Ministry of Lands, to Luzira Prison over corruption and abuse of office charges. Mugaino, was arrested on Tuesday by the Inspectorate of Government over alleged corruption and abuse of office. Following his arrest, Mr. Mugaino appeared before Chief Magistrate Racheal Nakyaze on Tuesday and pleaded not guilty to both charges.
Former NUP's Kagabo picks NRM nomination forms for Bukoto South

3 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Samuel Muhimba

Bukoto South Member of Parliament Twaha Kagabo has officially declared his intention to contest in the National Resistance Movement (NRM) primaries ahead of the 2026 general elections. Kagabo, who was elected to Parliament in 2021 on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket, picked up the nomination forms on Wednesday from the NRM Electoral Commission offices in Kyadondo. He now seeks to retain his seat under the ruling party's ticket.
Cranes finalise camp in Marrakech with full squad ahead of Cameroon, Gambia friendlies

3 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Samuel Muhimba

The Uganda Cranes have completed their squad assembly in Marrakech, Morocco, following the arrival of six more players. The six include foreign-based stars Bobosi Byaruhanga, Elio Capradossi, Jordan Obita, Allan Oyirwoth, Isaac Muleme, and Elvis Bwomono. Their inclusion now brings the total number of players in camp to 27, giving head coach Paul Put a full roster to work with ahead of two crucial international friendlies.
Four senior officials face dismissal over forged documents

3 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Samuel Muhimba

The Inspectorate of Government has directed the Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) of Bundibugyo and Dokolo District Local Governments (DLGs), along with the Town Clerk of Koboko Municipal Council, to dismiss four public officials for presenting forged documents to secure government employment. This directive follows investigations conducted by the Inspectorate and authorised by the Deputy Inspector General of Government, Mrs. Anne Twinomugisha Muhairwe.
Close to 1,000 runners grace Kisoro for the Virunga Gorilla Marathon 2025

3 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Samuel Muhimba

The 2025 edition of the Virunga Gorilla Marathon has successfully concluded in the heart of Kisoro, attracting close to 1,000 runners from Uganda and across the region. The marathon, themed “Running for Conservation and Climate Action”, offered four race categories: 6km, 10km, 21km, and the full 42km marathon.
'He was arrogant and stubborn'- Vipers co-coach Muhumuza opens up on working with Nikola Kavazović

3 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Samuel Muhimba

Vipers SC co-coach Fred Muhumuza has opened up on how it was like to work with former club head coach Nikola Kavazović. The Serbian tactician, who joined the Uganda Premier League giants in June 2024, was dismissed just four months into his two-year contract following a string of underwhelming results. Now, months after Kavazović's exit, Muhumuza has opened to NBS Sport about what went wrong during the Serbian's short stint at the reigning Uganda Premier League champions.
Law Society demands disbandment of Land Task Force after 'violent' raid on Wakiso police station

3 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Samuel Muhimba

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has called for the immediate disbandment of the Presidential Task Force on Land Matters and Environment, labelling it unconstitutional following a violent incident at Wakiso Police Division. On Monday evening, heavily armed soldiers allegedly attached to the Presidential Task Force stormed the Wakiso Police Station, demanding the release of suspects in custody.
Martyrs Day: Archbishop Ssemogerere Preaches Against Hatred, Political Violence

4 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Samuel Muhimba

Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Kampala, the Most Rev. Paul Ssemogerere, has called on Ugandans to reject hatred, political violence, and tribalism. Ssemogerere made the call on Tuesday at the Uganda Martyrs' Day celebrations in Namugongo. Today, thousands of faithful gathered at the Uganda Martyrs Shrine in Namugongo to mark Martyrs’ Day, a sacred occasion honouring the Christian converts killed for their faith between 1885 and 1887.
A Taste, Toast to Italy at Tanqueray’s Limoncello Brunch

4 days ago | nilepost.co.ug | Kenneth Kazibwe

Kampala got a slice of Italy on Sunday as Tanqueray hosted the Limoncello Brunch at Mediterraneo Villa in Kololo. The lush orchard villa welcomed ladies and gents all dressed to impress who made the most of the picturesque setting as they toasted under the warm afternoon sun with the cool cocktails of the day.