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law 15 May 2026
As Court of Appeal Justice Fredrick Egonda-Ntende retires, judges, lawyers, and prosecutors have lauded him as "the chief justice Uganda never had," recognizing his immense contributions to jurisprudence, judicial reforms, and access to justice. Source: https://observer.ug/news/fredrick-egonda-ntende-the-chief-justice-uganda-never-had
Politics 15 May 2026
President Museveni convened a tense meeting at State House with prominent officials and religious leaders to discuss the upcoming Speaker elections. The NRM's previous endorsement of Anita Among and Thomas Tayebwa is reportedly under review, with indications that other candidates may be considered. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/inside-among-museveni-meeting-at-state-house-5460152
law 15 May 2026
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has voiced constitutional concerns over recent high-profile judicial appointments, citing unresolved legal challenges to the Judicial Service Commission's (JSC) validity. Source: https://observer.ug/news/uganda-law-society-raises-constitutional-concerns-over-new-chief-justice-appointments
Health 14 May 2026
The Ugandan government has earmarked Shs58 billion in the 2026/2027 budget for a significant refurbishment and expansion of Masindi General Hospital, a facility that has long struggled with congestion and outdated infrastructure. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/govt-earmarks-shs58-billion-for-masindi-hospital-5460230
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law
As Court of Appeal Justice Fredrick Egonda-Ntende retires, judges, lawyers, and prosecutors have lauded him as "the chief justice Uganda never had," recognizing his immense contributions to jurisprudence, judicial reforms, and access to justice. Source: https://observer.ug/news/fredrick-egonda-ntende-the-chief-justice-uganda-never-had
Politics
President Museveni convened a tense meeting at State House with prominent officials and religious leaders to discuss the upcoming Speaker elections. The NRM's previous endorsement of Anita Among and Thomas Tayebwa is reportedly under review, with indications that other candidates may be considered. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/inside-among-museveni-meeting-at-state-house-5460152
Health
The Ugandan government has earmarked Shs58 billion in the 2026/2027 budget for a significant refurbishment and expansion of Masindi General Hospital, a facility that has long struggled with congestion and outdated infrastructure. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/govt-earmarks-shs58-billion-for-masindi-hospital-5460230
Business
The Bank of Uganda has warned that escalating Middle East tensions are weakening the Ugandan Shilling, leading to increased import costs and potential inflationary pressures. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/concern-as-middle-east-tensions-weaken-shilling-5460216