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- [Uganda in the Spotlight: Sports Triumph, Health Crisis, and Anti-Corruption Drive](https://thebriefpost.com/uganda-in-the-spotlight-sports-triumph-health-crisis-and-anti-corruption-drive/) - Uganda in the Spotlight: Sports Triumph, Health Crisis, and Anti-Corruption Drive A nation of contrasts emerges as Olympic glory meets systemic challenges and bold accountability campaigns. Cheptegei Dominates Durban 10K Ugandan Olympic champion Joshua Cheptegei continued his remarkable form on Sunday, smashing the course record at the Absa Run Your City Durban 10K. The long-distance
- [Building a Trusted Digital Uganda: Licensing Public Wi-Fi for a Sustainable Future](https://thebriefpost.com/building-a-trusted-digital-uganda-licensing-public-wi-fi-for-a-sustainable-future/) - Building a Trusted Digital Uganda: Licensing Public Wi-Fi for a Sustainable Future By Hon. Nyombi ThemboExecutive Director, Uganda Communications Commission Every day, millions of Ugandans connect to the internet to learn, trade, work, communicate, and build businesses. For many young entrepreneurs, digital connectivity has become more than a convenience; it is a livelihood. Across our
- [The third phase of the Africa Phytosanitary Programme Launched](https://thebriefpost.com/the-third-phase-of-the-africa-phytosanitary-programme-launched/) - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) and partners launched the third phase of the Africa Phytosanitary Programme (APP) today – representing a major effort to stop the spread of plant pests and diseases in Africa using cutting-edge digital tools.The launch is hosted by the Government of Ethiopia,
- [UCC Cracks Down on Illegal Public Wi-Fi Providers to Protect Consumers and Digital Security](https://thebriefpost.com/ucc-cracks-down-on-illegal-public-wi-fi-providers-to-protect-consumers-and-digital-security/) - UCC Cracks Down on Illegal Public Wi-Fi Providers to Protect Consumers and Digital Security Kampala, Uganda – As internet access expands across Uganda, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has announced a targeted enforcement operation against unlicensed operators offering unauthorized public Wi-Fi hotspot services. Under the Uganda Communications Act, Cap 103, the UCC is mandated to
- [Ugandan Parliament Shake-Up, Record Budget, and Influencer Boxing Match Dominate Headlines](https://thebriefpost.com/ugandan-parliament-shake-up-record-budget-and-influencer-boxing-match-dominate-headlines/) - Ugandan Parliament Shake-Up, Record Budget, and Influencer Boxing Match Dominate Headlines A dramatic week in Uganda sees political irony, a massive national budget, and celebrity sports entertainment capturing public attention. Zaake to Chair Committee Overseeing Former Speaker Among In a striking political twist, Uganda's Parliament has appointed National Unity Platform (NUP) lawmaker Francis Zaake as
- [High Court Orders Judicial Inquest into 2018 Killing of Opposition Driver Yasin Kawuma](https://thebriefpost.com/high-court-orders-judicial-inquest-into-2018-killing-of-opposition-driver-yasin-kawuma/) - High Court Orders Judicial Inquest into 2018 Killing of Opposition Driver Yasin Kawuma ARUA, UGANDA — The High Court in Arua has ordered a judicial inquest into the fatal 2018 shooting of Yasin Kawuma, the driver of opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, ruling that the circumstances surrounding his death demand an independent fact-finding inquiry in the
- [Radio & Weasel Terminates Mandate with UPRS Over Shocking Royalties](https://thebriefpost.com/radio-weasel-terminates-mandate-with-uprs-over-shocking-royalties/) - Radio & Weasel Terminates Mandate with UPRS Over Shocking Royalties Kampala, Uganda — Singer Douglas Mayanja, popularly known as Weasel Manizo, has officially terminated the mandate of the Uganda Performing Rights Society (UPRS) to manage the Goodlyfe Music catalogue, citing gross mismanagement and suspected fraud after the body paid him a paltry UGX 285,498 in
- [Nigeria Orders Investigation into Meta, Google, and X Over Alleged Anti-Media Practices](https://thebriefpost.com/nigeria-orders-investigation-into-meta-google-and-x-over-alleged-anti-media-practices/) - Nigeria Orders Investigation into Meta, Google, and X Over Alleged Anti-Media Practices President Bola Tinubu directs consumer protection agency to probe tech giants' use of Nigerian content for AI training In a significant move that signals growing tension between African nations and global technology companies, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has ordered a formal investigation into
- [Parliament Organizes Internal Structures as 12th Parliament Takes Shape](https://thebriefpost.com/parliament-organizes-internal-structures-as-12th-parliament-takes-shape/) - Parliament Organizes Internal Structures as 12th Parliament Takes Shape. The 12th Parliament convened this afternoon to organize its internal working structures, with key designations to committees and international bodies taking center stage on the Order Paper. Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa presided over his maiden sitting in the Chair, thanking Members of Parliament for electing him
- [UEFA Accuses FIFA of "Crossing a Red Line" Over Balogun Ban Suspension](https://thebriefpost.com/uefa-accuses-fifa-of-crossing-a-red-line-over-balogun-ban-suspension/) - UEFA Accuses FIFA of "Crossing a Red Line" Over Balogun Ban Suspension A major row has erupted in world football after UEFA formally accused FIFA of breaching its own regulatory boundaries by suspending the automatic one-match ban handed to United States striker Folarin Balogun during the 2026 World Cup. Balogun, a key player for the
- [Burkina Faso Mandates State Approval for Students Seeking to Study Abroad](https://thebriefpost.com/burkina-faso-mandates-state-approval-for-students-seeking-to-study-abroad/) - Burkina Faso Mandates State Approval for Students Seeking to Study Abroad Burkina Faso’s military-led government has approved a new decree that will require all students to obtain official authorization before enrolling in higher education institutions overseas. The measure, adopted by the Council of Ministers, applies universally to Burkinabe students regardless of their funding source—whether government
- [Ghana Cancels Ramaphosa State Visit Over South Africa Xenophobia Tensions](https://thebriefpost.com/ghana-cancels-ramaphosa-state-visit-over-south-africa-xenophobia-tensions/) - Ghana Cancels Ramaphosa State Visit Over South Africa Xenophobia Tensions Accra cites safety concerns and public anger after anti-foreigner attacks Ghana has reportedly declined a formal request for a state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, amid lingering fury over recent xenophobic violence targeting foreign nationals in South Africa. According to Ghanaian officials who
- [Former UK Home Secretary Sparks Outrage with Call for Colonies to Compensate Britain](https://thebriefpost.com/former-uk-home-secretary-sparks-outrage-with-call-for-colonies-to-compensate-britain/) - Former UK Home Secretary Sparks Outrage with Call for Colonies to Compensate Britain Suella Braverman argues British Empire brought "infrastructure and governance" to former colonies, rejecting reparations claims A senior British politician has ignited a fierce diplomatic row after suggesting that Kenya and other former British colonies should compensate Britain for its colonial rule—rather than
- [US Funding Cut Threatens African Union Peacekeeping Mission in Somalia](https://thebriefpost.com/us-funding-cut-threatens-african-union-peacekeeping-mission-in-somalia/) - US Funding Cut Threatens African Union Peacekeeping Mission in Somalia African leaders hold emergency talks as Washington plans to end financial support by 2026 The African Union has convened an urgent meeting following the United States' announcement that it will terminate funding for critical peacekeeping operations in Somalia by the end of 2026. The financial
- [Minister Byamukama Inspects Digital Number Plate Facility, Directs Contractor to Resolve Production Challenges by August](https://thebriefpost.com/minister-byamukama-inspects-digital-number-plate-facility-directs-contractor-to-resolve-production-challenges-by-august/) - Minister Byamukama Inspects Digital Number Plate Facility, Directs Contractor to Resolve Production Challenges by August Kyambogo, Uganda – The Minister of Works and Transport, Hon. Fred Byamukama, has conducted an on-site inspection of the digital number plate production facility at Kyambogo, following growing public concern over a persistent shortage of plates that has hampered service
- [Fresh Shocking Testimony in Pastor Kayanja Defamation Case as Accused Reveals Detailed Account of Alleged Sexual Exploitation Network](https://thebriefpost.com/fresh-shocking-testimony-in-pastor-kayanja-defamation-case-as-accused-reveals-detailed-account-of-alleged-sexual-exploitation-network/) - Fresh Shocking Testimony in Pastor Kayanja Defamation Case as Accused Reveals Detailed Account of Alleged Sexual Exploitation Network KAMPALA, Uganda – A stunning new chapter unfolded yesterday at Mengo's Mwanga II Magistrate's Court when 21-year-old Reagan Ssentongo delivered explosive testimony detailing his alleged involvement in a systematic recruitment network linked to popular city pastor Robert
- [MTN Uganda Services Disrupted After Major Power Outage at Data Centre](https://thebriefpost.com/mtn-uganda-services-disrupted-after-major-power-outage-at-data-centre/) - MTN Uganda Services Disrupted After Major Power Outage at Data Centre Mobile network operator working to restore voice, data, and MoMo services 05 July 2026 Telecommunications firm MTN Uganda has confirmed that a significant power failure at one of its data centres caused today's service interruptions across the country. The outage, which occurred earlier on
- [President Museveni Defends Security Measures, Indigenous Justice, and NRM Legacy in Address to Ugandans](https://thebriefpost.com/12594-2/) - July 4, 2026 President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has issued a detailed statement to Ugandans, particularly the Bazukulu (grandchildren/youth), responding to concerns raised by the Inter-Religious Council of Uganda. The Council highlighted issues of justice and human rights, trade order, and environmental protection while also recognizing the achievements of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) over the
- [Uganda Artisanal Miners Association Moves to Strengthen Grassroots Structures in Eastern Uganda](https://thebriefpost.com/uganda-artisanal-miners-association-moves-to-strengthen-grassroots-structures-in-eastern-uganda/) - Uganda Artisanal Miners Association Moves to Strengthen Grassroots Structures in Eastern Uganda A strong mining sector starts with strong representation. With this principle at heart, the Uganda Association of Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners (UGAASM) recently conducted a high-impact field mission to the districts of Busia and Namayingo in Eastern Uganda. The exercise, led by the
- [ATAF Launches the 2026 ATRN Fireside Chat Series](https://thebriefpost.com/ataf-launches-the-2026-atrn-fireside-chat-series/) - ATAF Launches the 2026 ATRN Fireside Chat Series with Public Lecture by Chair of the UN International Tax NegotiationsHigh-level public lecture builds momentum towards the 11th African Tax Research Network Congress in Kigali, RwandaPretoria, South Africa | 26 June 2026 – The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) launched the 2026 African Tax Research Network (ATRN)
- [ENTEBBE MUNICIPALITY ISSUES ULTIMATUM ON PROPERTY CLEANLINESS AND BEAUTIFICATION](https://thebriefpost.com/entebbe-municipality-issues-ultimatum-on-property-cleanliness-and-beautification/) - ENTEBBE MUNICIPALITY ISSUES ULTIMATUM ON PROPERTY CLEANLINESS AND BEAUTIFICATION property noticeDownload The Entebbe Municipal Council has today issued a mandatory directive to all property owners, developers, landlords, and occupiers within the municipality, calling for immediate and comprehensive action to improve the appearance, frontages, cleanliness, and general beautification of the town. In an official notice dated
- [A House Divided: Kabuleta Dismisses Muhoozi's Presidential Ambitions as a "Mirage" Amidst Calls for Institutional Respect](https://thebriefpost.com/a-house-divided-kabuleta-dismisses-muhoozis-presidential-ambitions-as-a-mirage-amidst-calls-for-institutional-respect/) - Headline: A House Divided: Kabuleta Dismisses Muhoozi's Presidential Ambitions as a "Mirage" Amidst Calls for Institutional Respect As Uganda navigates a tense political landscape following the recent elections, a stark divergence of opinion has emerged regarding the nation's future leadership and the conduct of its most powerful figures. On one side stands opposition firebrand Joseph
- [Legal Hurdles Await PLU in Push to Remove Joel Ssenyonyi as Leader of Opposition](https://thebriefpost.com/legal-hurdles-await-plu-in-push-to-remove-joel-ssenyonyi-as-leader-of-opposition/) - Legal Hurdles Await PLU in Push to Remove Joel Ssenyonyi as Leader of Opposition KAMPALA — The Patriotic League of Uganda's (PLU) bold campaign to oust Leader of Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi is facing a significant legal obstacle, as the current law does not grant Parliament the authority to censure or remove the opposition leader through
- [Leaked Tape Reveals Diplomatic Crisis Over Muhoozi’s Tweets, Otafiire Says They’re ‘Causing Us Problems’](https://thebriefpost.com/leaked-tape-reveals-diplomatic-crisis-over-muhoozis-tweets-otafiire-says-theyre-causing-us-problems/) - Leaked Tape Reveals Diplomatic Crisis Over Muhoozi’s Tweets, Otafiire Says They’re ‘Causing Us Problems’ KAMPALA — A leaked telephone conversation has exposed a high-level diplomatic scramble by Ugandan officials to contain the international fallout from controversial social media posts by Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, following the disputed 2026 general elections. The purported
- [The Otafiire-Muhoozi Rivalry: A Generational Clash Within Uganda's Ruling Establishment](https://thebriefpost.com/the-otafiire-muhoozi-rivalry-a-generational-clash-within-ugandas-ruling-establishment/) - The Otafiire-Muhoozi Rivalry: A Generational Clash Within Uganda's Ruling Establishment A Public Spat Reveals Deeper Fault Lines Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba's recent threat to have veteran politician Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Kahinda Otafiire arrested has once again brought into sharp focus one of the National Resistance Movement's (NRM) longest-running and most symbolic internal
- [Ugandan CDF threatens to shut down media, arrest opposition leaders](https://thebriefpost.com/ugandan-cdf-threatens-to-shut-down-media-arrest-opposition-leaders/) - Ugandan CDF threatens to shut down media, arrest opposition leaders Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba claims he has received presidential authorization to close Daily Monitor and NTV, and has vowed to remove the Leader of the Opposition from Parliament. Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has issued sweeping threats against independent media outlets and
- [The Unspoken Language of Trust: NTV, NBS, and the Battle for Perception](https://thebriefpost.com/the-unspoken-language-of-trust-ntv-nbs-and-the-battle-for-perception/) - The Unspoken Language of Trust: NTV, NBS, and the Battle for Perception For years, NTV’s institutional brand has been anchored in a single, defining principle: maintaining editorial distance. This posture has not always won universal agreement with its coverage, but it has cultivated a unique resilience. The station has built a reputation for occasionally accepting
- [The Paradox of Power: Why Muhoozi's Weakness is Uganda's Opportunity](https://thebriefpost.com/the-paradox-of-power-why-muhoozis-weakness-is-ugandas-opportunity/) - The Paradox of Power: Why Muhoozi's Weakness is Uganda's Opportunity In the shifting sands of Ugandan politics, a curious consensus is emerging among political observers: General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, for all his bluster and brash displays of power, may actually be a weaker opponent than his father. This is not a dismissal of the real dangers
- [Opposition Leader Demands Urgent Parliamentary Recall Over Human Rights Crisis](https://thebriefpost.com/opposition-leader-demands-urgent-parliamentary-recall-over-human-rights-crisis/) - Opposition Leader Demands Urgent Parliamentary Recall Over Human Rights Crisis Kampala, Uganda – Leader of the Opposition Joel B. Ssenyonyi has petitioned Speaker Jacob Oboth-Oboth to urgently reconvene Parliament to address what he describes as an alarming escalation of human rights violations and a growing disregard for the rule of law in the country .
- [Hajji Bakaluba Drags Social Media Commentator 'Senga Acid' to Canadian Court in Shs2.7 Billion Defamation Lawsuit](https://thebriefpost.com/hajji-bakaluba-drags-social-media-commentator-senga-acid-to-canadian-court-in-shs2-7-billion-defamation-lawsuit/) - Hajji Bakaluba Drags Social Media Commentator 'Senga Acid' to Canadian Court in Shs2.7 Billion Defamation Lawsuit Kampala businessman and real estate developer Yasin Bakaluba Sekimwanyi has filed a high-stakes defamation lawsuit in Canada against controversial TikTok personality Sharon Mutesi, popularly known as "Professor Senga Acid," seeking CAD 1 million (approximately Shs2.7 billion) in damages .
- [Matembe Launches Scathing Attack on Museveni, Son Muhoozi: "Uganda is Not Your Personal Property](https://thebriefpost.com/matembe-launches-scathing-attack-on-museveni-son-muhoozi-uganda-is-not-your-personal-property/) - Matembe Launches Scathing Attack on Museveni, Son Muhoozi: "Uganda is Not Your Personal Property" Veteran politician and former Minister Miria Matembe has unleashed a blistering critique on President Yoweri Museveni, his son Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and his family, accusing them of treating Uganda as personal property and leaving behind a legacy of fear and nepotism
- [JK Kazoora's Urgent Warning to General MK: "You Need a New Team"](https://thebriefpost.com/jk-kazooras-urgent-warning-to-general-mk-you-need-a-new-team/) - JK Kazoora's Urgent Warning to General MK: "You Need a New Team" Social media strategist criticizes General MK's handlers, calling them "10 years behind" in digital engagement In a candid video message that has sparked widespread discussion, social media strategist JK Kazoora has issued a stark warning to General MK, urging him to overhaul his
- [Historic Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding Signed Between US and Iran, Paving Way for Diplomatic Resolution](https://thebriefpost.com/historic-islamabad-memorandum-of-understanding-signed-between-us-and-iran-paving-way-for-diplomatic-resolution/) - BREAKING: Historic Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding Signed Between US and Iran, Paving Way for Diplomatic Resolution In a landmark development for regional and global stability, the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran have electronically signed the historic "Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding." The agreement, finalized today, marks a pivotal shift from military
- [British Businessman David Greenhalgh, Ex-Lover of Ugandan Socialite Bad Black, Convicted in UK Arms Trafficking Plot](https://thebriefpost.com/british-businessman-david-greenhalgh-ex-lover-of-ugandan-socialite-bad-black-convicted-in-uk-arms-trafficking-plot/) - BREAKING: British Businessman David Greenhalgh, Ex-Lover of Ugandan Socialite Bad Black, Convicted in UK Arms Trafficking Plot LONDON, June 18, 2026 – British businessman David Greenhalgh, formerly romantically linked to Ugandan socialite Bad Black, has been found guilty in a United Kingdom court for his role in a large-scale international arms trafficking operation. Prosecutors say
- [CMA Distances Itself from YPA, Warns Ugandans Over Unregulated Investments](https://thebriefpost.com/cma-distances-itself-from-ypa-warns-ugandans-over-unregulated-investments/) - CMA Distances Itself from YPA, Warns Ugandans Over Unregulated Investments Kampala, Uganda – The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has issued a stark warning to Ugandans investing with Youth Platform Africa (YPA), clarifying that the regulator cannot guarantee the safety of their funds. In a public statement released on June 16, 2026, the CMA confirmed that
- [Erias Lukwago Charged with Misprision of Treason](https://thebriefpost.com/erias-lukwago-charged-with-misprision-of-treason/) - Erias Lukwago Charged with Misprision of Treason: Opposition Condemns Arrest as Political Persecution Former Kampala Lord Mayor and People's Front for Freedom (PFF) leader Erias Lukwago has been formally charged with misprision of treason and remanded to Luzira Prison, sparking widespread condemnation from opposition figures and civil society activists. The Charges Lukwago, 57, appeared before
- [NATIONAL BUDGET SPEECH 2026 - 2027](https://thebriefpost.com/national-budget-speech-2026-2027/) - NATIONAL BUDGET SPEECH 2026 - 2027 The Republic of Uganda Budget Speech Financial Year 2026/2027 Theme: Full Monetisation of Uganda's Economy through Commercial Agriculture, Industrialisation, Expanding and Broadening Services, Digital Transformation and Market Access. Delivered By HENRY MUSASIZI (MP) MINISTER OF FINANCE, PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Thursday 11th June 2026 Kololo Independence Grounds PREAMBLE Your
- [Museveni Highlights Judicial Reforms, Economic Transformation, and Pan-Africanism in Week of Key Engagements](https://thebriefpost.com/museveni-highlights-judicial-reforms-economic-transformation-and-pan-africanism-in-week-of-key-engagements/) - Museveni Highlights Judicial Reforms, Economic Transformation, and Pan-Africanism in Week of Key Engagements President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has presided over a series of high-profile engagements, underscoring his administration's focus on judicial integrity, economic transformation, and continental integration. In a ceremony at State House Entebbe, the President swore in Hon. Justice Moses Kawumi Kazibwe as the
- [White House 'Aliens' Photo Furor: How a Viral Image Sparked a Digital Firestorm](https://thebriefpost.com/white-house-aliens-photo-furor-how-a-viral-image-sparked-a-digital-firestorm/) - White House 'Aliens' Photo Furor: How a Viral Image Sparked a Digital Firestorm A seemingly innocuous photograph taken at the White House has erupted into a full-blown online phenomenon, with social media users passionately debating whether former President Donald Trump was photographed alongside extraterrestrial visitors. The images, which feature Trump flanked by two individuals with
- [Bebe Cool Accuses Former Miss Rwanda Jolly Mutesi of Scamming Him as Fake Diplomat](https://thebriefpost.com/bebe-cool-accuses-former-miss-rwanda-jolly-mutesi-of-scamming-him-as-fake-diplomat/) - Bebe Cool Accuses Former Miss Rwanda Jolly Mutesi of Scamming Him as Fake Diplomat Ugandan music star claims he was targeted in elaborate online scheme; Mutesi denies involvement, cites impersonation Ugandan music icon Bebe Cool (real name Moses Ssali) has publicly accused former Miss Rwanda Jolly Mutesi of orchestrating an online scam that allegedly defrauded
- [Ugandan General Muhoozi Threatens to Shut Down Daily Monitor and NTV](https://thebriefpost.com/ugandan-general-muhoozi-threatens-to-shut-down-daily-monitor-and-ntv/) - Ugandan General Muhoozi Threatens to Shut Down Daily Monitor and NTV KAMPALA, Uganda — A new debate over media freedom has erupted after Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, publicly threatened to shut down two of the nation’s leading independent media houses, Daily Monitor and NTV Uganda. The threat, posted on his social
- [Museveni Orders Overhaul of CEO Recruitment for Government Agencies](https://thebriefpost.com/museveni-orders-overhaul-of-ceo-recruitment-for-government-agencies/) - Museveni Orders Overhaul of CEO Recruitment for Government Agencies President Yoweri Museveni has directed the Ministry of Public Service to explore shifting the recruitment of Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and Managing Directors (MDs) of government agencies to the Public Service Commission (PSC). If approved, the new framework would see all such top positions publicly advertised,
- [Sustainable aquaculture expansion to reduce demand of aquatic foods in Africa](https://thebriefpost.com/sustainable-aquaculture-expansion-to-reduce-demand-of-aquatic-foods-in-africa/) - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) during the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Kenya, found out that global production of aquatic animals and algae totalled 235 million tonnes in 2024. Aquatic animal production alone hit a record 195 million tonnes, driven largely by the rapid expansion of aquaculture. Despite this growth, challenges remain in meeting demand in regions such
- [Africa’s food future depends on land and  waters.](https://thebriefpost.com/africas-food-future-depends-on-land-and-waters/) - By FAO Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative for Africa Abebe Haile-Gabriel and FAO Assistant Director-General and Director of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Division Manuel Barange. Across Africa, demand for aquatic foods is increasing as population grows. Yet, supply is struggling to keep the pace. This matters because aquatic foods are not a niche product in
- [Budget expands opportunities for us all](https://thebriefpost.com/budget-expands-opportunities-for-us-all/) - Budget expands opportunities for us all Uganda's Financial Year 2026/27 National Budget, which was presented last week, marks yet another important milestone in our country's steady journey towards prosperity. Delivered under the guidance of the President and presented by the finance minister, this budget – upon close analysis – shows that it is more than
- [BREAKING: Security Forces Surround Ugandan Lawyer Erias Lukwago’s Home to Block Summons for Army Chief Muhoozi](https://thebriefpost.com/breaking-security-forces-surround-ugandan-lawyer-erias-lukwagos-home-to-block-summons-for-army-chief-muhoozi/) - BREAKING: Security Forces Surround Ugandan Lawyer Erias Lukwago’s Home to Block Summons for Army Chief Muhoozi KAMPALA, Uganda – June 15, 2026 – Heavy security forces, including soldiers, police, and surveillance drones, surrounded the residence of prominent lawyer, former Kampala Lord Mayor, and People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) leader Erias Lukwago early this morning. Opposition
- [Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba Overhauls Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) Leadership](https://thebriefpost.com/gen-muhoozi-kainerugaba-overhauls-patriotic-league-of-uganda-plu-leadership/) - Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba Overhauls Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) Leadership Kampala, Uganda — Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces and Chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), has announced significant changes to the organization's Central Committee and key leadership positions as part of efforts to refresh the group and tackle new challenges ahead
- [Muhoozi Retains Key Figures on PLU Central Committee, Addresses Gashumba’s M23 Remarks](https://thebriefpost.com/muhoozi-retains-key-figures-on-plu-central-committee-addresses-gashumbas-m23-remarks/) - Muhoozi Retains Key Figures on PLU Central Committee, Addresses Gashumba’s M23 Remarks In a series of late-night social media posts, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, leader of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), has announced major changes to the movement’s Central Committee while also directly responding to controversial statements made by fellow commentator Frank Gashumba. New Central
- [Historic Peace Agreement Reached Between United States and Iran](https://thebriefpost.com/historic-peace-agreement-reached-between-united-states-and-iran/) - Historic Peace Agreement Reached Between United States and Iran Deal mandates immediate end to military operations; signing set for June 19 in Switzerland In a major diplomatic breakthrough, the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran have reached a comprehensive peace agreement following intensive negotiations, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced today. The deal
- [Exclusive: Inside Museveni, Anita Among Meeting](https://thebriefpost.com/exclusive-inside-museveni-anita-among-meeting/) - Exclusive: Inside Museveni, Anita Among Meeting Among told the President that some of the vehicles and other property seized during recent security operations had been acquired using proceeds from her private businesses rather than public funds. Former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among met President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on June 7 in a brief but
- [Caught in Mubende: Four Slaughtered Dogs Intercepted on Their Way to Roadside Meat Market](https://thebriefpost.com/caught-in-mubende-four-slaughtered-dogs-intercepted-on-their-way-to-roadside-meat-market/) - Caught in Mubende: Four Slaughtered Dogs Intercepted on Their Way to Roadside Meat Market MUBENDE – Police in Mubende Municipality have intercepted four slaughtered dogs whose carcasses were being transported for roasting and sale to unsuspecting members of the public. The incident happened early Saturday morning around midnight when a routine police patrol vehicle stopped
- [Minister Babalanda Closes Buganda Region RDC Workshop, Orders Shift from Politics to Service Delivery](https://thebriefpost.com/minister-babalanda-closes-buganda-region-rdc-workshop-orders-shift-from-politics-to-service-delivery/) - Minister Babalanda Closes Buganda Region RDC Workshop, Orders Shift from Politics to Service Delivery Mukono, Uganda – The Minister for Presidency, Hon. Milly Babalanda, yesterday delivered closing remarks at a three-day capacity-building workshop for key government field officers at Collins Hotel, Mukono. The workshop brought together Commissioners from the Office of the President, Resident District
- [The First Trillionaire in Human History: How Elon Musk Built the Future](https://thebriefpost.com/the-first-trillionaire-in-human-history-how-elon-musk-built-the-future/) - The First Trillionaire in Human History: How Elon Musk Built the Future Before he became the richest person on Earth, Elon Musk was a bullied kid in South Africa, arriving in North America with nothing but a backpack and a dream. He failed repeatedly, worked insane hours, and slept in factories and offices. He was
- [Uganda Unveils Shs84.39 Trillion “No More Sleep” Budget](https://thebriefpost.com/uganda-unveils-shs84-39-trillion-no-more-sleep-budget/) - Uganda Unveils Shs84.39 Trillion “No More Sleep” Budget KOLOLO, UGANDA – The Minister of Finance, Hon. Henry Musasizi, has presented the National Budget for the Financial Year 2026/27, a record Shs84.39 trillion fiscal plan designed to launch Uganda into what he called the “Kisanja No More Sleep” era. Presenting the speech at the Kololo Independence
- [MP Daudi Kabanda Accuses Former Speaker Anita Among of $810,000 (Shs3 Billion) Bribe Attempt](https://thebriefpost.com/mp-daudi-kabanda-accuses-former-speaker-anita-among-of-810000-shs3-billion-bribe-attempt/) - MP Daudi Kabanda Accuses Former Speaker Anita Among of $810,000 (Shs3 Billion) Bribe Attempt Kampala, Uganda — In an explosive YouTube interview that has since gone viral and is currently trending on X (formerly Twitter), Kasambya County MP and Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) Secretary General Daudi Kabanda has publicly accused former Speaker of Parliament
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