JUST IN: Former Attorney General, Prof Kiddu Makubuya Has Passed Away.

Prof Kiddu Makubuya was a Ugandan lawyer, politician, and academic. He was the former minister for general duties in the office of the prime minister. He was appointed to that position on 27 May 2011, replacing Janat Mukwaya who retired from elective politics. Before that, from 2005 until 2011, he served as Uganda's Attorney general. He resigned from cabinet on 16 February 2012 amid allegations of misappropriation of government funds. He was also the former member of parliament, representing Katikamu County South, Luweero District. Details of his death to follow.

HAPPY ALI August 19, 2024

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President Kagame Targets Exploitative Churches with New Tax Policy

In a bold move to address the issue of exploitative religious institutions, President Paul Kagame has introduced new taxes on the rapidly growing number of churches in Rwanda. This decision comes in response to concerns that many of these churches have been exploiting citizens under the guise of religious practices. The Rwandan government has taken significant steps to regulate the proliferation of churches, which has seen a surge in recent years. Authorities announced this week that approximately 8,000 churches have been shut down for operating illegally and failing to meet required infrastructural standards. These closures are part of a broader effort to ensure that religious institutions adhere to regulations and contribute fairly to society. The new tax policy aims to curb the misuse of religious organizations for personal gain and to ensure that churches operate transparently and responsibly. By implementing […]

HAPPY ALI August 18, 2024

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Speaker Among Halts Motion to Censure Parliamentary Commissioners After Court Ruling

Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has decisively halted a motion initiated by MP Theodore Ssekikubo aimed at censuring four Parliamentary Commissioners, including the Leader of the Opposition, Mathias Mpuuga. The motion, which was filed on August 5, 2024, accused the commissioners of unlawfully awarding themselves Shs1.7 billion in "service awards" during a meeting held on May 6, 2022. The controversy surrounding these payments had already escalated to the judiciary, leading to a legal battle in the High Court in the case of Daniel Bwette vs. Parliamentary Commission. On August 12, 2024, the court delivered a ruling that validated the payments, affirming that the Parliamentary Commission possessed the authority to approve such allowances with the approval of Parliament. In a session marked by firm leadership, Speaker Among emphasized the necessity for Parliament to respect the court's decision, cautioning against revisiting matters […]

HAPPY ALI August 18, 2024

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Rubirizi Voters Outraged as MP Kesande Faces Assault Allegations

Rubirizi residents are demanding an apology from their Woman Member of Parliament, Kesande Grace Bataringaya, following her involvement in a physical altercation with her younger sister, Christine Charity, during a heated family argument. The incident has left many voters disappointed, questioning how an elected representative could engage in such behavior, tarnishing the district's image. "We expect our leaders to set an example, not to be involved in such shameful acts," said John Tumusiime, a resident of Rubirizi. "How can she represent us in Parliament if she can't even handle her own family matters with dignity?" Kesande, who secured her second term in the 2021 elections with 28,667 votes, defeating her rival Judith Amanya who garnered 19,474 votes, is now under scrutiny not just for her political record, but for her actions in this personal dispute. The altercation reportedly took place […]

HAPPY ALI August 17, 2024

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