A dispute has ensued between the lawyer’s body -Uganda Law Society (ULS) and the newly appointed Inspector General of Government (IGG) judge Aisha Naluzze, arising from the double office bearing. The Law Society vice president Anthony Asiimwe noted in the statement that was released on Friday 10th October 2025, that, while judge Naluzze is currently the IGG following her recent appointment by president Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and approval by the parliament shortly after, she is still a High Court judge. Asiimwe explained that Article 223(4) of the constitution which states that” the IGG shall not while holding office, hold any…
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The opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) party will soon be officially admitted back to the Inter Party Organization for Dialogue (IPOD) framework which it had recently quit, arguing it was being used as tool by the incumbent president Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to realize his political interests domestically and internationally. The NUP’s self-proclaimed departure from the IPOD was triggered by the amendment passed by parliament in the Political Parties and Organization Act in May 2025, closing the funding opportunity against any political party that does not participate in its activities. Blazer News Times has exclusively learnt that the admission will take…
The opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) party will soon be officially admitted back to the Inter Party Organization for Dialogue (IPOD) framework which it had recently quit, arguing it was being used as tool by the incumbent president Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to realize his political interests domestically and internationally. The NUP’s self-proclaimed departure from the IPOD was triggered by the amendment passed by parliament in the Political Parties and Organization Act in May 2025, closing the funding opportunity against any political party that does not participate in its activities. Blazer News Times has exclusively learnt that the admission will take…
Uganda defeated Botswana with a 1-0 win (goal by Jude Ssemugabi) in Francistown, securing important points in their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Despite Algeria winning their game and securing top spot, Uganda remain in contention for a playoff berth.
The Uganda Professional Science Teachers’ Union (UPSTU) held regional science innovation project competitions (Central, Eastern etc.). Students developed projects in health, ICT, environment, and agriculture — e.g. compost tumbler, hand-gesture controlled wheelchair, smart school systems.
Researchers have developed a framework leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT) to support resilient maize farming in Central Uganda. Using sensors for soil moisture, weather, forecast data, and real-time feedback, the system helps farmers optimize inputs (like water) and manage risk from climate variability.
On May 20, 2025, Uganda’s Parliament passed a contentious bill authorizing the military courts to try certain civilians, overturning a Supreme Court judgment that had previously barred such trials. Human rights groups argue the law undermines civil liberties and could be used to silence opposition voices ahead of elections. Supporters of the bill say it’s necessary for national security and dealing with serious offenses involving military personnel.