Uganda yesterday joined the rest of the world to mark International Women’s Day with renewed commitments to promote gender equality and protect women’s rights. The national celebrations were held at Kololo Independence Grounds and were presided over by Vice President Jessica Alupo, who represented President Museveni. During the celebrations, the government highlighted four key policy…
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has outlined its key achievements ahead of its 40th Liberation Day celebrations scheduled for Monday, January 26, at Kololo Independence Grounds. This year’s celebrations will be held under the theme, “Tribute to the patriots who ushered in fundamental change.” Addressing the media at the Uganda Media Centre, the minister for…
First Lady Janet Museveni on Thursday launched the All Women for Museveni campaign at Kololo Independence Grounds, calling on women across the country to use their influence to promote peace and stability ahead of the forthcoming general elections. Addressing thousands of women drawn from different regions, Janet Museveni urged Ugandans to reject election-related violence, warning…
President Museveni yesterday welcomed back Colonel Samson Mande, a former renegade UPDF officer, commending his past contributions and emphasising the NRM’s commitment to reconciliation. Mande, once a vocal critic of the government, pledged his loyalty to the NRM and promised to contribute to Uganda’s development. Mande played a pivotal role in Uganda’s liberation struggles. In…
