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<title>Namyalo Deploys 2200 To Monitor Local Council Elections</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Office of the National Chairman has  deployed 2,200 mobilisers across the country to rally support for National Resistance Movement candidates and safeguard the party’s performance at the village level.
The mobilisation drive, launched on Monday 20th, July, 2026, under the leadership of ONC Manager Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye, targets the upcoming LC1 polls and follows similar efforts that preceded the recently concluded Women Council elections.
The team comprises ONC coordinators, members of various pressure groups, and representatives from the informal sector, who have been assigned to engage communities, encourage voter participation, and strengthen support for the ruling party at the grassroots. The initiative is aimed at reinforcing the NRM’s structures at village level, where local leadership plays a central role in community mobilisation and service delivery.
Addressing the mobilisers before their deployment, Hajjat Namyalo urged them to approach the assignment with commitment and discipline, reminding them that the same determination they demonstrated while campaigning for President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni should now be directed towards securing victory in the LC1 elections.
“We must remain focused and continue reaching every village because strong grassroots leadership is the foundation of our movement. Work with the same energy and commitment that delivered results for President Museveni and ensure that our candidates emerge victorious,” she said.
Namyalo also expressed appreciation to President Museveni, who doubles as the National Chairman of the NRM, for providing financial support that enabled the mobilisation exercise. She said the facilitation reflects the party leadership’s continued commitment to strengthening grassroots structures and ensuring effective engagement with communities ahead of the elections.
She noted that sustained mobilisation remains critical in consolidating the achievements of the NRM and maintaining close interaction with wananchi, adding that village leadership forms the first point of contact between government programmes and ordinary citizens.
Speaking on behalf of the deployed teams, the mobilisers thanked Hajjat Namyalo for the facilitation and confidence placed in them, pledging to work tirelessly across their respective areas to secure victory for NRM candidates in the LC1 elections.
“We appreciate the support and trust the leadership has shown us. We are returning to our communities ready to mobilise every eligible voter and ensure the NRM wins the LC1 positions,” one of the coordinators said.
For the Office of the National Chairman, the latest deployment signals a renewed emphasis on direct engagement with communities as the ruling party seeks to consolidate its grassroots support and strengthen its organisational presence ahead of the LC1 elections. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:14:56 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>President Museveni Appoints  Diplomat Juma Witonze State Minister For Internal Affairs</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Juma Witonze Kisekka as the new Minister of State for Internal Affairs,
Hon. Kisekka will be responsible for supporting the ministry in overseeing Uganda’s internal security, immigration, citizenship, prisons, and related government agencies.
Kisekka’s appointment follows months of uncertainty over the State Minister position after President Museveni’s initial nominee, Dr. Lawrence Muganga, failed to secure parliamentary approval over questions raised during his vetting. Reports in recent days had indicated that Kisekka was being considered as Muganga’s replacement.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs plays a central role in coordinating national internal security policies and supervises key institutions, including the Uganda Police Force, Uganda Prisons Service, Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, and the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA).
Facts about Juma Witonze 
Hon. Juma Witonze Kisekka is a diplomat and politician born in Mirambi Village, Kifampa Sub-county, Gomba District. He holds two master’s degrees, one in International Relations and Diplomatic Studies from Makerere University, and another in Global Political Economy from Durham University, plus a bachelor’s in Community-Based Rehabilitation from Kyambogo University. 
He serves as Chief Coordinator of the Patriotic League of Uganda for the Greater Mpigi region and is also the National Resistance Movement Vice Chairperson for Gomba District. 
Before his appointment, he had contested for a seat in the East African Legislative Assembly and recently expressed interest in the by-election. Professionally, he is CEO of Adrois Group, an investment advisory firm, and has served as Special Envoy for the Minister of Foreign Affairs to Bahrain on trade matters. He is known for his community work in Gomba, including charity initiatives and support for youth and vulnerable groups.

Witonze is also the CEO of Adrois Group, an investment advisory firm, highlights his expertise in attracting resources for development. Juma’s role as the Special Envoy for the Minister of Foreign Affairs to Bahrain on Trade demonstrates his ability to foster international relationships that benefit Uganda.
As the Deputy Chairperson of Gomba Sazza team, he played a pivotal role in leading the team to numerous victories in football. This experience taught him the value of teamwork, resilience, and community spirit—qualities he now seeks to bring to the NRM leadership.
Juma has not only focused on sports but has also been a tireless advocate for youth and women in Greater Mpigi. By providing financial support to local SACCOs, he has empowered these groups to thrive, fostering economic independence and growth. His donations of sports equipment and mentorship programs have promoted talent development among the youth, instilling a sense of pride and ambition
As an influential coordinator for PLU in Greater Mpigi, Juma has mobilized the populace to embrace government programs like the Parish Development Model (PDM) and Emyooga. His efforts to educate the community about these initiatives have led to increased participation and awareness, essential for driving local development.
Juma’s advocacy extends beyond borders; he has fought for the rights of Ugandans in the diaspora, particularly those facing challenges in Arab countries. His commitment to their welfare reflects his understanding of the global Ugandan community and the need for inclusive leadership. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:23:19 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Vote Service Oriented Leaders ,Presidential Advisor on Political Affairs Advises</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Senior Presidential Advisor on Political Affairs Hajjat  Namyalo Uzeiye, has called upon the general public to  participate in the Local Council I (LC1) elections scheduled for tomorrow, July 28, 2026.
Addressing the media at Kyambogo, she urged citizens to exercise their constitutional right by voting peacefully and electing leaders under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) who are committed to promoting development, accountability, unity, and effective service delivery at the grassroots.
“Turn up in large numbers and participate in the LC1 elections. Vote peacefully, uphold the democratic process, and elect NRM leaders committed to development, accountability, unity, and effective service delivery,” Namyalo stated.
She further appealed to voters to remain disciplined throughout the electoral process and vote wisely for leaders who will genuinely represent the interests of their communities.
Namyalo emphasized that the LC1 Chairperson is the “president of the village,” stressing that the office plays a critical role in coordinating government programmes and addressing community challenges.
“The LC1 Chairperson is the president of the village, so please vote wisely and vote for leaders who will work closely with the government to deliver services to the people,” she said.
“Don’t vote for land grabbers or people who will collude with thieves. Vote for leaders who will deliver for the people; leaders who will lobby for government programmes such as the Parish Development Model to reach villages, leaders who will raise the alarm whenever there are no medicines in our hospitals and ensure that the concerns of their communities are brought to the attention of the relevant authorities,” she added.
She however told the media that Electoral Commission’s voting guidelines during the Women Council elections did not provide adequate time for all eligible voters to participate..
Namyalo urged all Ugandans intending to vote in the LC1 elections to arrive at their polling stations as early as 7:00 a.m. to avoid being locked out of the process.
She further cautioned senior NRM leaders against interfering in the electoral process by imposing candidates on communities, saying leadership should be determined by the people’s free will.
“Nobody should intimidate residents because it is their constitutional right to exercise their right to vote. Go and exercise your right freely,” she said.
Namyalo  revealed that her  Office  has deployed its district and regional coordinators across the country to mobilise residents to participate in the LC1 elections and monitor the performance of NRM candidates.
However, she emphasised that the coordinators have not been deployed to interfere with the electoral process or perform the duties of the Electoral Commission.
“As the Office of the National Chairman, we have deployed our district and regional coordinators to mobilise Ugandans to participate in the elections and monitor our NRM candidates. They are not there to interfere with the electoral process or do the work of the Electoral Commission. Their role is strictly mobilisation and monitoring,” she said.
Namyalo argued that peaceful, free and credible LC1 elections are essential for strengthening grassroots democracy and ensuring that villages are led by leaders who are accountable to the people and committed to delivering government programmes and improving service delivery at the community level.
She concluded by urging Ugandans to think carefully before casting their ballots, reminding them that the leaders elected tomorrow will shape their villages for the next five years.
“Let us vote for people you will not regret electing for the next five years,” she said.
Patrick Ocailap, the Deputy Secretary to the Treasury, said Ministry of Finance  released  shs56 billion  to the Electoral Commission to fund the long-delayed local council elections, on Friday, June 12. 
Richard Kamugisha, Secretary of the Electoral Commission confirmed receipt of the funds and scheduled the election dates. 
The grass-roots elections for LC1, LC2 and village women councils have faced multiple postponements since the terms of the current leaders expired in 2023. Parliament has extended their tenures six times, for six months each, sparking governance concerns across the country.
Uganda has more than 70,000 villages where LC1 structures serve as the primary link between citizens and the central government. These local leaders resolve land and family disputes, certify residents for government programs, support local security and mobilize communities for public health and development campaigns. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:38:12 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Uganda Endorses Olara Otunnu For UN Secretary General</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Uganda has officially nominated veteran diplomat and former United Nations Under-Secretary-General Olara Otunnu for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations. 
In a letter dated July 24, 2026, Uganda’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Adonia Ayebare, informed UN member states that the Government of Uganda had nominated Otunnu for the top UN position in accordance with Article 97 of the UN Charter and General Assembly Resolution 79/327 governing the selection of the next Secretary-General.
The communication, addressed to the President of the UN General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, and the President of the UN Security Council, Ambassador Zénon Mukongo Nga of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, describes Otunnu as a seasoned international leader with more than four decades of experience in diplomacy and global governance.
According to the nomination, Otunnu’s career spans key leadership roles within the United Nations system and Uganda’s diplomatic service. He served as the first UN Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict from 1998 to 2005, where he spearheaded efforts to make the protection of children affected by war a standing priority on the UN Security Council’s agenda.
The letter credits him with designing the UN’s compliance and monitoring mechanism established under Security Council Resolution 1612 (2005), a framework that continues to guide international efforts to monitor and report grave violations against children in conflict zones.
Otunnu also previously served as Uganda’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations between 1980 and 1985, during which he chaired the UN Security Council in December 1981. His career further includes serving as Uganda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and later as President of the International Peace Academy, now known as the International Peace Institute.
“The Republic of Uganda considers his breadth of experience, statesmanship and record of consensus-building essential to the Office of the Secretary-General at this juncture,” Ambassador Ayebare wrote.
The nomination package includes Otunnu’s vision statement and curriculum vitae. Uganda also noted that all activities related to his campaign for the UN’s top office will be financed using public resources.
The selection process for the next UN Secretary-General is expected to involve a series of informal dialogues with candidates before the Security Council recommends a nominee for appointment by the UN General Assembly.
If successful, Otunnu would become the first Ugandan to serve as Secretary-General of the United Nations. His nomination places Uganda among countries seeking to influence the leadership of the world’s premier multilateral organisation as it prepares for a new chapter after the current Secretary-General’s tenure comes to an end
He was President of the Uganda People&#039;s Congress political party (UPC) from 2010 to 2015 and stood as the party&#039;s candidate in the 2011 presidential election. Otunnu was Uganda&#039;s Permanent Representative to the United Nations from 1980 to 1985 and served as Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1985 to 1986.
Olara Otunnu is a distinguished international statesman who is widely acclaimed for his diplomatic acumen and negotiating skills. Currently President, LBL Foundation for Children and former UN Under-Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Otunnu has served as President of the International Peace Academy, Uganda’s minister of foreign affairs, Uganda’s permanent representative to the United Nations, president of the UN Security Council, chairman of the UN Commission on Human Rights, and vice president of the UN General Assembly. Otunnu was educated at King’s College, Budo; Makerere University; Oxford University; and Harvard University, where he was a Fulbright Scholar. Mr. Otunnu received several awards including the German Africa Prize (2002) and the Sydney Peace Prize (2005). He has been designated “Ombudsman for Children and Armed Conflict” by the International Children Jury for the World’s Children’s Prize for the Rights of the Child (WCPRC).
Born in Mucwini in Uganda, Olara Otunnu received his early education at Gulu High School and King’s College Budo. He then attended Mekerere University in Kampala (where he was president of the students union), Oxford University (where he was Overseas Scholar) and Harvard Law School (where he was Fullbright Scholar). Alawyer by training, he practiced law as an Associate with the law firm of Chadbourne and Parke in New York , prior to becoming Assistant Professor of law at Albany Law School.
In the 1970s, as president of Makerere students union and later as Secretary-General of Uganda Freedom Union, Mr. Otunnu played a leading role in the resistance against the regime of Idi Amin. At the Moshi Unity Conference on Uganda (1979), Mr. Otunnu was elected to serve as a member of the Uganda National Consultative Council, the interim administration in the post-Amin period (1979-1980).
From 1980 to 1985, Olara Otunnu served as Uganda’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. During his tenure, he played a very active role, providing leadership in various bodies, including President of the Security Council (1981), when he presided over the election of the Secretary-General; Chairman of the Commission on Human Rights (1983-1984); Vice-President of the General Assembly (1982-1983); and Chairman of the African Group (1981) ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:26:29 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Balaam Warns Civil Servants Against Contesting in Local COUNCIL elections Without Resigniation</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Local Government has warned public servants seeking elective office in the ongoing Local Council (LC) elections that they are ineligible to contest unless they have formally resigned from public service in accordance with the law. 
“The Ministry of Local Government is concerned about reports regarding Public Officers in Local Governments, including Teachers, Health Workers, Administrative Staff, Extension Workers and other Public Servants, who have expressed interest in contesting or are participating in the ongoing Administrative Unit Elections (Local Council I and Local Council II) while continuing to hold Public Office,”Balaam said.
“The Ministry wishes to remind all Public Officers, Electoral Commission officials, District Election Administrators, Returning. Officers, Local Government leaders and the general public that Public Officers are required to maintain political neutrality in the discharge of their official duties and are prohibited from engaging in partisan political activities. It is important to note that contesting for any Political Office in the multiparty political system entails the articulation of a political agenda or belonging to a political party and hence, is participation in a partisan political activity in every sense,”he stated.
Article 176 of the Constitution establishes Local Governments as units at Government. Consequently, a person serving in a Local Government is a Public Officer within the meaning of the Constitution and the Public Service Standing Orders, 2021 and is subject to the laws and regulations governing the Public Service.
The Ministry further reminded all the concerned persons that under section 129(5)of the Local Governments Act, Cap. 138, a Public Officer, a person employed in any department or agency of Government, an employee of a Local Council or an employee of a body in which government has a controlling interest, who wishes to stand for Election to a Local Council Office shall resign his or her office at least thirty days before nomination day in accordance with the procedure of the service or employment to which he or she belongs. This is intended to ensure all Public Officers remain politically neutral in the performance of their duties and do not engage in partisan political activities that would compromise the impartiality of the Public Service.
The Ministry urged all public officers to uphold the integrity, impartiality and professionalism of the Public Service. Public officers play a vital role in delivering essential services to the people of Uganda and must remain nonpartisan while in office.
“The Ministry will continue to work closely with the Electoral Commission, the Ministry of Public Service, the Public Service Commission, District Service Commissions, Chief Administrative Officers and other relevant authorities to ensure full compliance with the law.
The Ministry further calls upon all eligible voters to turn up in large numbers, vote peacefully, and exercise their constitutional right to choose their leaders,”Balaam stressed.
The directive comes as campaigns intensify ahead of the July 28 Local Council I and II elections, following the conclusion of nominations, with thousands of candidates traversing villages to seek support from voters. 
In a statement issued on July 22, Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi said the ministry had received reports of teachers, health workers, administrative staff, extension workers and other government employees participating in the elections while still holding public offices. 
“The ministry has received reports that teachers, health workers, administrative staff, extension workers and other government employees are participating in the elections while still holding public office,” Balaam said. 
The minister reminded public officers that they are required to maintain political neutrality while serving in government and are prohibited from engaging in partisan political activities. 
“It is important to note that contesting for any political office in the multiparty political system entails the articulation of a political agenda or belonging to a political party and hence constitutes participation in partisan political activity,” the statement reads. 
Uganda is preparing to hold LC I Chairperson, Village Committee and LC II elections on July 28, a grassroots electoral exercise expected to determine leadership at village and parish levels across the country. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:31:47 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Ec Says Its Ready to Hold Local Elections</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Electoral Commission has completed preparations for the upcoming elections of Village (LC I) Chairpersons and Village Women’s Committees across the country,the website has learnt.

According to officials the registers were displayed on 13 and 14 July 2026 to allow residents to verify their details, including their names, National ID or Application ID numbers, age, gender and village of residence.
Also nomination of candidates for Village (LC I) Chairperson and Village Women’s Committee elections took place from 15 to 19 July 2026 at Sub County, Town and Municipal Division headquarters across the country.
“The Commission congratulates all candidates who were successfully nominated and appreciates political parties, organisations and independent candidates who participated in the nomination process,”Justice Byabakama said in a statement 
He further revealed that the Commission will communicate its decisions and the appropriate lawful action to the affected stakeholders. 
“The public and all stakeholders are urged to remain patient as the complaints are being  handled.Village Women’s Committee Elections Campaigns for the Village Women’s Committee elections began on 20 July 2026 and will end on Wednesday, 22 July 2026.,”
According EC polling will take place on thursday, 23 July 2026, for the five positions on the Village Women’s Committee: – Chairperson – Vice Chairperson – Secretary – Publicity Secretary – Secretary for Finance while Voting will take place at a public or open place within each village 
In accordance with the Local Governments Act, voting will be conducted by voters lining up behind their preferred candidate, the candidate’s representative, portrait or symbol.
The Electoral Commission has therefore  called upon all registered women to participate in the elections peacefully and in large numbers.
Village (LC I) Chairperson Elections Candidates nominated for the Village (LC I) Chairperson elections are currently campaigning in their respective villages.
 The eight-day campaign period runs from 20 to 27 July 2026. Campaign meetings and public rallies must be held only within the candidate’s village and between 7:00am and 6:00pm on each campaign day.
Candidates are not permitted to conduct physical campaigns outside their respective villages. Polling for Village (LC I) Chairpersons will take place on Tuesday, 28 July 2026, in all 71,214 villages across Uganda, with each village serving as a polling station.
The election of Village (LC I) Chairpersons will be conducted by voters lining up behind their preferred candidates, their representatives, portraits or symbols.
The Electoral Commission urges all eligible voters to participate peacefully and exercise their right to choose leaders who will represent their communities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:23:09 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Museveni Mourns Lion of  Adjumani aka Moses Ali</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ President Yoweri Museveni has joined Members of Parliament in a special sitting to honor fallen former Second Deputy Prime Minister of Uganda and Adjumani West County MP, Gen. (Rtd) Moses Ali.

Gen Moses Ali passed on at Nakasero Hospital on Saturday, where he was rushed to on Friday for urgent medical care.

 Gen Moses Ali’s body was received by the Speaker of Parliament Rt Hon. Oboth Oboth, and Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa.

While eulogising the deceased following a formal wreath-laying tribute, President Museveni described him as a freedom fighter, a peacemaker and a development person who preferred dialogue to confrontation.

“I came here to give witness to the positive attributes I saw with Gen Moses Ali, number one freedom fighter, he was a peacemaker, and a development person” he said.

He added, “I hear even in the Muslim group, that’s why his body had to be taken to Old kampala, kibuli and Naguru, I dint know which faction he belonged to among the Muslims, but apparently he belonged to no faction, he was neutral, this is the Moses Ali I saw, May his Soul Rest In Eternal life.

Born on April 5, 1939, in Adjumani district, in Pakele Division, Gen Ali served as Uganda’s Second Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy Leader of Government Business until the recent 2026 cabinet reshuffle.

He’s political career began under the regime of Idi Amin in the 1970s, when he served as a minister and handled the country’s finances before later becoming leader of the Uganda National Rescue Front, an armed movement based largely among communities in the West Nile region.

In November 1986, months into Museveni’s rule, he signed a peace agreement with the new government, and his fighters were integrated into the national army.


He went on to serve as a Member of Parliament from 1996 and held a string of Cabinet portfolios over the years, including internal affairs, tourism, and disaster preparedness and refugees, before rising through the ranks of deputy prime minister.

He also served as president of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations in the mid-1990s.

Gen Ali represented East Moyo County in Adjumani district in Parliament from 2011 and also served as Third Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy Leader of Government Business in Parliament from May 2011 to June 2016, before being appointed First Deputy Prime Minister, a position he held until May 2021.

Following Parliament’s special sitting, the body of the fallen General, will be flown to Adjumani District ahead of his burial scheduled for Thursday. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:54:28 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>MP John Nambeshe Takes Over NUP Deputy President Job</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy President for Eastern Uganda John Baptist Nambeshe has taken over as acting president of the opposition party, replacing Dr Lina Zedriga Waru, who has held the position for the past four months.
NUP President Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu announced the leadership change through his official social media platforms, thanking Zedriga for her service during her time at the helm.
Kyagulanyi said Zedriga, who is the party’s Deputy President for Northern Uganda, provided stability and kept the party focused during her tenure.
“For four months, Dr Lina Zedriga Waru, Deputy President Northern Region, has been acting President of our Party. During this period, she has steered the party well and kept the revolution alive. We’re all very grateful for her dedication and service,” Kyagulanyi said.
Nambeshe, the Member of Parliament for Manjiya County in Bududa District, now takes charge of the party’s affairs in an acting capacity. Kyagulanyi did not indicate how long Nambeshe will remain in the position.
The change is in line with NUP’s internal arrangement of rotating the acting presidency among its regional deputy presidents.
Nambeshe is one of the party’s senior leaders and has remained a prominent figure in the opposition since joining NUP.
John Baptist Nambeshe is a Ugandan politician and a member of the 11th Ugandan Parliament from Manjiya County in Bududa district currently serving as the Chief Whip of the opposition in Parliament.
Nambeshe was born on 24 November 1965 in Manjiya County, Bududa District  He attended Shikhuyu Primary School where he earned his First School Leaving Certificate in 1982 before obtaining his O’Level from Bulucheke SS (1986) and A’Level from Nabumali High School  in 1989. He earned a diploma in Local Governance and Human Rights from Uganda Martyrs University Nkozi  in 2012 and a bachelor’s degree of Arts in Local Governance and Human Rights in 2014 from Uganda Martyrs University, Nkozi.
Nambeshe later joined  Makerere University  where he graduated with a Master of Arts in Social Sector Planning and Management in 2020.
Nambeshe worked as a teacher at Bududa Secondary School from 1989 to 1990, and laboratory technician for Jinja College between from 1993 to 1999
Politica Career 
Nambeshe ventured into politics in 2006 when he contested and was elected as LC3 Chairperson of Bududa Town Council in 2006. In 2011, he was elected as LC5 Chairperson of Bududa District Local Government. In 2016, he was elected to the parliament of Uganda on the ticket of National Resistance Movement  and served on the national economy and natural resources committees in the Parliament. He was one of the NRM members of parliament who opposed removal of age limit for president in 2017 in defiance of the party’s instruction to support the removal of age limit to enable President  Yoweri Museveni  to continue in office. He was criticised by the party official.
He left NRM to join the newly created NUP party. He was later appointed Deputy President of the party, Eastern Region and served as the party’s acting National President for three weeks in 2020 when Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu the president travelled United States for official engagement. Nambeshe contested and won the parliamentary seat for Manjiya County in Bududa district on the ticket of NUP in the 2021 general election.He was elected Chief Whip of the opposition following his party’s emergence as the major opposition party in the 11th parliament ]]></description>
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<title>Museveni Pledges 2Billion Fund to Ugandan Returns From South Africa</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has challenged Ugandans recently repatriated from South Africa to abandon the belief that prosperity can only be found abroad, urging them instead to embrace the abundant economic opportunities available in Uganda. 
Speaking during the pass-out ceremony of 1,030 Ugandan returnees at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi  the President said Uganda possesses all the ingredients necessary for wealth creation and that many young people are unnecessarily risking their lives in search of opportunities overseas.
The returnees have spent 15 days at the institute undergoing rehabilitation, counseling, and ideological orientation under a program coordinated by the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps (NSPC) following their evacuation from South Africa after violent xenophobic attacks targeted foreign African nationals.
“I welcome you from danger, and I thank God that you have returned safely,” President Museveni told the gathering. “I also condole with the families who lost their loved ones during the attacks.” 
Using the Luganda proverb “Nantabuuliririrwa yasaabala gwa bbumba,” the president questioned why many Ugandans continue leaving a resource-rich country in pursuit of uncertain opportunities abroad.
“Why would Ugandans leave such a beautiful country to go roaming around looking for jobs elsewhere?” he asked.
President Museveni emphasized that Uganda’s economy offers opportunities in commercial agriculture, manufacturing, services, artisan work, and the rapidly growing digital economy.
To illustrate his point, he highlighted several success stories of ordinary Ugandans who have transformed modest investments into thriving enterprises.
Among them was Richard Nyakana of Rwengaju Village in Fort Portal, whose intensive farming on just 1.2 acres reportedly earns more than Shs200 million annually through zero-grazing dairy farming and poultry production while employing between 12 and 15 workers.
“If all Uganda’s 40 million acres of arable land were utilized as efficiently as Nyakana’s farm, the country could create about 150 million jobs,” President Museveni said. 
The president also cited Johnson Basangwa of Kamuli District, whose commercial poultry enterprise keeps approximately 110,000 birds and reportedly earns nearly Shs20 million every day from egg sales alone.
Another example was Vicky Apio of Lira District, who transformed Shs907,000 received under the Parish Development Model (PDM) into a successful farming enterprise.
According to President Museveni, Apio rented three acres of land, planted maize, harvested 45 bags, expanded into livestock farming, and eventually purchased her own land.
“I feel pity for many of you because some people deceive you with promises of jobs abroad, yet they are misleading you,” the President said.
He argued that Uganda is increasingly producing many of the goods it once imported, including vehicles, and that the country’s future lies in value addition, industrialization, and modern agriculture. 
President Museveni also revealed that he had personally engaged South African President Cyril Ramaphosa over the attacks against African migrants.
“I told President Ramaphosa that what is happening is dangerous for Africa,” President Museveni said.
He noted that H.E Ramaphosa had explained that those behind the attacks were enemies of South Africa’s governing African National Congress (ANC).
“I urged him to deal decisively with xenophobia because welcoming fellow Africans is the right thing to do. If countries begin retaliating against one another, it will be dangerous for the entire continent.”
The President appealed for calm, cautioning Ugandans against directing anger toward South Africans living or investing in Uganda.
To facilitate the returnees’ reintegration, President Museveni announced Shs2 billion in financial support for the group in addition to Shs2 million for each household head to cover transportation back to their home districts. 
He encouraged beneficiaries to combine the support with existing government wealth creation programs, including the Parish Development Model, Emyooga, and other livelihood initiatives.
The President also asked the returnees to honestly document property and businesses they lost during the violence in South Africa so that the government could assess possible interventions.
The Prime Minister,Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja described the evacuation as one of the government’s largest humanitarian interventions involving Ugandan citizens abroad.
She confirmed that Uganda Airlines repatriated all 1,030 citizens free of charge.
“The government remains committed to protecting Ugandans wherever they may be,” Rt. Hon.Nabbanja said. 
She disclosed that another 525 Ugandans currently stranded in Cambodia have also appealed for government assistance to return home.
Rt. Hon. Nabbanja commended the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps, NALI, and all government agencies that supported the rehabilitation program.
The Acting Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Hajji Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo, said Uganda had initiated diplomatic engagement with the South African government to establish the full extent of the destruction suffered by Ugandan businesses.
He confirmed that three Ugandans lost their lives during the attacks.
“I appreciate Your Excellency for the condolence contribution of Shs 10 million to each of the bereaved families,” Hon. Kasolo said.
He added that the Ugandan High Commission in Pretoria had already registered over 600 Ugandans remaining in South Africa. 
Hon. Kasolo also appealed for tighter regulation of labour externalization agencies, arguing that many Ugandans facing exploitation abroad had left through labour recruitment companies.
The Commissioner of the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps, Ms. Hellen Seku, described the rehabilitation program as more than ideological training, saying it was designed to restore hope, confidence, and patriotism among traumatised citizens.
She reported that NALI received 738 adults and 292 children, making a total of 1,030 returnees.
During the program, four adults and six children required specialised medical attention and were referred to Mulago National Referral Hospital.
Recognising the unusually high number of children, organizers established a temporary nursery school within the training facility to care for over 290 children while their parents attended lectures.
“These people arrived traumatized,” Ms. Seku said. “The peaceful environment at NALI allowed them to reflect, heal, and begin planning productive lives back home.”
She praised the instructors who adapted to caring for young children and pregnant mothers throughout the training.
Government agencies also used the rehabilitation program to provide essential public services.
Following consultations with the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), mobile registration teams were deployed to the camp.
As a result, 650 adults received National Identity Cards while 239 children were issued National Identification Numbers (NINs).
Several participants also renewed driving permits, while others registered businesses through the Uganda Registration Services Bureau. 
The Ministry of Health conducted comprehensive medical screening and treatment, while facilitators from various ministries delivered lectures on patriotism, leadership, wealth creation, agriculture, health, security, responsible social media use, and government development programs.
The Director of NALI, Col. Okei Rukogota, attributed the program’s success to strong collaboration between the State House, the Office of the Prime Minister, the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps, and several government ministries and agencies.
He thanked President Museveni, Prime Minister Nabbanja, and Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba for supporting the initiative.
“NALI remains committed to supporting Your Excellency’s vision of building patriotic, productive, and resilient citizens,” he said.
Speaking on behalf of the returnees, Mr. Felix Mugabi expressed gratitude to the government for rescuing them from South Africa and providing rehabilitation.
He said the program had fundamentally transformed their understanding of patriotism, leadership, and the opportunities available within Uganda.
“Many of us left believing success could only be found abroad,” Mr. Mugabi said.
“Today, we have discovered that Uganda offers enormous opportunities if we embrace hard work and government programs.”
He noted that despite losing businesses, employment, and property during the attacks, the returnees were determined to rebuild their lives through agriculture, manufacturing, vocational skills, and entrepreneurship.
Mr. Mugabi said many among them possessed valuable technical skills in automotive engineering, construction, carpentry, tailoring, metal fabrication, leather works, information technology, and real estate.
He appealed for financial support to enable them to invest productively and requested government assistance in establishing a national association of returnees to coordinate development initiatives and access government programs.
The Kyankwanzi ceremony marked the culmination of two weeks of rehabilitation for citizens who had experienced trauma, displacement, and uncertainty. ]]></description>
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<title>President Museveni Grants Gen Moses Ali official Burial</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic of Uganda, H.E. Gen. (Rtd) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has granted an official burial to the fallen Member of Parliament for  Adjumani West County, Gen. (Rtd) Hon. Moses Ali, the Minister for the Presidency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda has announced.
In a statement, the Minister described the late General as “a distinguished patriot, elder statesman, and former 2nd Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda.”
“Dear friends, I wish to inform you all that the President of the Republic of Uganda, H.E. Gen. Rtd. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has granted an official burial to the fallen member of Parliament for Adjumani West County, a distinguished patriot, elder statesman, and former 2nd Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda, Gen. (Rtd.) Hon. Moses Ali,” Minister Babalanda said.
She added that the National Organising Committee (N.O.C.) is already meeting with the family of the deceased to organise a befitting send-off.
Minister Babalanda extended heartfelt condolences to President Museveni, the bereaved family, the people of Adjumani, colleagues in government, and all Ugandans mourning the loss.
“May the Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings, grant him Jannatul Firdaus, comfort his family and loved ones during this difficult time. _Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un_. May his soul rest in eternal peace,” she said.
Gen. (Rtd) Moses Ali served Uganda for decades in various capacities, including as a legislator, Minister, and 2nd Deputy Prime Minister. He was widely respected for his wisdom, patriotism, and commitment to national unity and development.
Veteran Ugandan statesman and long-serving politician General (Rtd) Moses Ali passed away at the age of 87 at Nakasero Hospital. His death followed a brief hospitalization, marking the end of a political and military career spanning over five decades under successive Ugandan governments
Born in 1939 in the Adjumani District, Gen. Moses Ali&#039;s public life was deeply intertwined with Uganda&#039;s turbulent history. He rose to prominence in the 1970s as a senior military commander and Minister of Finance under the Idi Amin administration. Following Amin&#039;s ouster, he fled into exile but later returned as the leader of the Uganda National Rescue Front (UNRF) rebellion
In 1986, after reaching a peace agreement with President Yoweri Museveni&#039;s government, his forces were integrated into the national army. Transitioning from military combat to constitutional governance, he became one of Uganda’s most enduring political figures, serving as the First and Second Deputy Prime Minister for many years.
Even in his later years and amidst health challenges, he remained an active political force. He was re-elected on the National Resistance Movement (NRM) ticket to represent Adjumani West County in Parliament and recently served as Second Deputy Prime Minister. Known affectionately as the &quot;Lion of Adjumani,&quot; he is widely credited with bringing stability and development to the West Nile sub-region ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:52:40 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Lion  Of  Adjumani Moses Ali Dies at 87</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ex- Second Deputy Prime Minister and Veteran politician Gen. Moses Ali has died at the age of 87.
Gen. Ali passed away on Friday, bringing to an end a public service career that spanned more than five decades.
His death was announced by former NRM vice chairperson for Eastern Uganda Capt.Mike Mukula.
“It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that I have received the sad news of the passing of my dear friend , distinguished patriot, freedom fighter  and statesman, Gen Moses Ali who departed this life today at 4:25pm at Nakasero Hospital,” Mukula said.
Mukula He described Gen Moses Ali as one who devoted his life to the service of Uganda .
“His controbution to the struggle for peace, national unity, stability and reconstruction will forever remain engraved in the history of our nation. He was a courageous soldier, an astute leader and an elder stateman whose wisdom, humility and unwavering committment to Uganda inspired generations of leaders and citizens alike.”
For the people of Adjumani and the broader West Nile region, General (Rtd) Moses Ali meant far more than a politician; he was affectionately known as the “Lion of Adjumani” and the “Cock of Madi”. Revered as a paramount cultural and political patriarch, he served as a unifying figure who championed regional development, infrastructure, and the protection of local interests for decades
For over 50 years in public service and 24 years as a lawmaker, Gen. Moses Ali gave the Madi people and Adjumani a powerful, influential voice at the highest echelons of the national government . He broke barriers as a top-ranking military official and Deputy Prime Minister, ensuring his home area was not sidelined in national discourse
Constituents widely credited him with lobbying for vital local infrastructure, including improvements to roads and hospitals, as well as facilitating international aid and charity projects like local water purification facilities.
He commanded immense respect across generational and political lines. Even when faced with mounting health challenges in his later years, his Adjumani West constituents overwhelmingly supported him, viewing his continued presence in power as a testament to the region’s enduring legacy and political weight
Born in 1939 in Atabo Parish, Pakele Division, Adjumani District, Moses Ali began his career as a teacher before joining the Uganda Army in 1968.
He rose rapidly through the ranks during the regime of Idi Amin, receiving military training in Israel and the United Kingdom before attaining the rank of Brigadier in 1974. During the 1970s, he held several senior government positions, including Minister of Provincial Administration, Minister of Internal Affairs, and Minister of Finance.
Following the fall of Idi Amin’s government in 1979, Ali went into exile in Sudan. In 1980, he formed and led the Uganda National Rescue Front (UNRF), a rebel group that operated mainly in the West Nile region.
In the mid-1980s, the UNRF entered into peace negotiations and eventually laid down its arms, reconciling with President Yoweri Museveni’s government in 1986.
Gen. Ali was first elected Member of Parliament for East Moyo (now Adjumani West) in 2001 and successfully retained the seat in subsequent elections. Earlier this year, he was re-elected as the Member of Parliament for Adjumani West.
He also served in President Museveni’s Cabinet in various capacities from the 1990s, holding portfolios including Minister of Tourism, Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports, Minister of Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, and Second Deputy Prime Minister. He was dropped from Cabinet earlier this year following the latest reshuffle.
Widely regarded as one of Uganda’s most influential political figures from the West Nile region, Gen. Ali earned the nickname “The Cock of West Nile” due to his political influence and was highly respected across the region.
At the time of his death, Gen. Ali had dedicated more than five decades to public service. He most recently took the oath of office in May 2026 after being re-elected as the Member of Parliament for Adjumani West. ]]></description>
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<title>Museveni  launches NEC Factory Urges Farmers to Embrace Agro Industrialisation</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/museveni-launches-nec-factory-urges-farmers-to-embrace-agro-industrialisation</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The President said Uganda has the capacity to provide all the raw materials required by the factory, noting that the main challenge has been organising farmers and creating reliable markets rather than production. ]]></description>
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<title>EMBRACE CLIMATE RESILIENT HOUSING,NABAOOKA DIRECTS</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/embrace-climate-resilient-housingnabaooka-directs</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Uganda’s next generation of cities must be built to withstand the growing pressures of climate change, with housing developments designed around resilience, sustainability and inclusiveness, the government has said. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:55:23 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;quot;AM NOT AFFRAID OF WITCHCRAFT,AMIDST CORRUPTION FIGHT,&amp;quot; BALAAM</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/am-not-affraid-of-witchcraftamidst-corruption-fight-balaam</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Newly appointed Ugandan Minister for Local Government, Hon. Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi, assumed office in June 2026 with a highly aggressive, anti-corruption, and reform-minded agenda. He has pledged to fight graft, decentralize field operations, rotate public workers, and overhaul grassroots administrative structures ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:52:57 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>NRM PARTY TO SPEND 5BILLION IN LOCAL COUNCIL ELECTIONS</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/nrm-party-to-spend-5billion-in-local-council-elections</link>
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<title>MUSEVENI TO MEET KINGS DISCUSS UGANDA&amp;apos;S FUTURE</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/museveni-to-meet-kings-discuss-ugandas-future</link>
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<title>BALAAM.LAUNCHES KISANJA END CORRUPTION IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/balaamlaunches-kisanja-end-corruption-in-local-government</link>
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<title>PRESIDENT MUSEVENI SPONSORS 150 MUSLIMS FOR THIS YEAR&amp;apos;S HAJJ PILGRIMAGE TO MECCA</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/president-museveni-sponsors-150-muslims-for-this-years-hajj-pilgrimage-to-mecca</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The delegation of pilgrims which will be traveling on 7th and 12th May, 2026, will be led by the Special Presidential Assistant-Press and Mobilization also Deputy Press Secretary to H.E the President, Haji Faruk Kirunda. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:25:16 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>30 INDEPENDENT MPS CROSS TO NRM CAMP</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/30-independent-mps-cross-to-nrm-camp</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Speaking at the meeting, Speaker of Parliament, who is also NRM&#039;s 2nd National Vice Chairperson, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, who also serves as the NRM Second National Vice Chairperson (Female), reassured the independent legislators of their status while welcoming their decision to collaborate with the party. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:50:01 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>MUSEVENI,RUTO LAUNCH RAILWAY PROJECT</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ President Museveni explained that the railway forms part of a broader plan to rationalise the transport system within the region, particularly in Uganda where he noted that over-reliance on road transport increases costs and inefficiencies ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:28:59 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>MUSEVENI,RUTO LAUNCH MULTIBILLION SGR RAILWAY PROJECT</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/museveniruto-launch-multibillion-sgr-railway-project</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Following his arrival, President Museveni held a closed-door meeting with President Ruto where the two leaders discussed bilateral relations, regional trade, and infrastructure development between Uganda and Kenya. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:04:02 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>MUSEVENI HAILS MUSLIMS OVER EID AL&#45;FITR CELEBRATIONS</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/museveni-hails-muslims-over-eid-al-fitr-celebrations</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ He urged Muslims to focus on wealth creation and job generation for their families by engaging in key economic sectors such as commercial agriculture, industry, services, and information and communication technology (ICT). ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:57:58 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>PRESIDENT DENNIS SASSOU RE ELECTED</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/president-dennis-sassou-re-elected</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Sassous closest challenger, Mabio Mavoungou Zinga, 69, a retired customs inspector and former member of parliament, received 1.48% of the vote. Defeated candidates have five days to file challenges, and the Constitutional Court has 15 days to review them before announcing final results. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:46:10 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>SPEAKER OF PARLIAMENT HAS LAUNCHED AFRICAN RANGELAND AND PASTORALIST WOMEN CHAPTER ,URGING WOMEN TO OWN LAND</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/speaker-of-parliament-has-launched-african-rangeland-and-pastoralist-women-chapter-urging-women-to-own-land</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Uganda, women own approximately 20% of the land formally, rising from only 2% in 1995, yet this still represents a significant gender gap compared to men. While women constitute over 60% of the agricultural workforce, they often lack control over land, with estimates ranging from 5% to 26% ownership depending on the region and study. ]]></description>
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<title>Nrm Party Leadership Orientation Set For April in Kyankwanzi District</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ According Nrm Secretary General Richard Todwong recent orientations have targeted youth leaders, MP-elects, and head teachers to promote the party’s message of &quot;securing the future&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:29:16 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>Vice President Launches African women Pastoralist Network, Urges Equitable Land Rights For Women Pastoralists</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ It attracted over 200 participants from the Northern and Sub Sharan, West and Central, Eastern and Southern regions of Africa representing Grassroots Pastoralists women, Leaders, Government officials and Civil Society Organizations committed to advancing gender justice, climate resilience and equitable land governance across Africa. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:18:29 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>MUSEVENI CAUTIONS UGANDAN&amp;apos;S TO CREAT WEALTH THAN POLITICS</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/museveni-cautions-ugandans-to-creat-wealth-than-politics</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The full-day event, organised by Ms. Aminah Mukalazi, the Head of the State House Local Content Unit, attracted large crowds who turned up to express gratitude and support for the President, in what organizers described as both a thanksgiving and a celebration of national unity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:20:16 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>BOBWINE LEAVES UGANDA TO MEET EXTERNAL PARTNERS TO FUND HIS POLITICAL AGENDA</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/bobwine-leaves-uganda-to-meet-external-partners-to-fund-his-political-agenda</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Since the 16 January general elections, Kyagulanyi has largely remained out of the public eye, occasionally releasing video messages recorded from undisclosed locations within Uganda. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:12:57 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>NEW VISIONS SCRIBE DECLARES BID FOR NAMISIDWA DISTRICT SPEAKERSHIP</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/new-visions-scribe-declares-bid-for-namisidwa-district-speakership</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Tsebeni emphasized that his campaign will focus on strengthening oversight, improving service delivery discussions, and fostering unity among councilors regardless of political affiliation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:58:03 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>MUSEVENI CALLS FOR GLOBAL JUSTICE AS SOLUTION TO WORLD WAR</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/museveni-calls-for-global-justice-as-solution-to-world-war</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Museveni reflected on rising global tensions, particularly in the Middle East, and urged leaders to prioritize dialogue, fairness and economic cooperation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:43:55 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>CDF BAGS LEADERSHIP AWARD</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/cdf-bags-leadership-award</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The General was represented at the ceremony by UPDF Director of Defence Public Information, Col Chris Magezi, who delivered his acceptance speech. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:39:44 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>MUSEVENI ASSUMES EAC CHAIRMANSHIP</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/museveni-assumes-eac-chairmanship</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ He also underscored the importance of strategic security, noting that modern states must be capable of defending themselves across all domains, land, air, sea, and space while working together to safeguard regional stability. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:40:22 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Felix Oketcho</dc:creator>
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<title>President Museveni Underscores Importance of African Market to Ugandans Prosperity</title>
<link>https://jajjanews.com/president-museveni-underscores-importance-of-african-markets-to-ugandas-prosperity</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ He said this thinking enabled the NRM to build a national party capable of uniting Ugandans and sustaining peace. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:41:23 +0300</pubDate>
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