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Politics 11 July 2026
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has stated that its supporters pleading guilty to charges while on remand are doing so due to prolonged detention and repeated bail rejections, rather than an admission of guilt. The party acknowledges the difficult circumstances pushing these members towards plea bargains. Source: https://observer.ug/news/nup-defends-supporters-pleading-guilty-to-crimes-they-deny-committing
law 11 July 2026
Uganda's High Court has declared that bail is mandatory for individuals who have been in custody for over 180 days without their case proceeding to the High Court. Justice Paul Gadenya Wolimbwa ruled that courts are constitutionally obligated to release such individuals, irrespective of the severity of their charges. Source: https://observer.ug/news/high-court-rules-after-180-days-on-remand-bail-becomes-mandatory
Politics 10 July 2026
Former Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi has been re-arrested in Mpigi district shortly after being granted bail by the High Court. The circumstances of the arrest remain unclear, with authorities yet to issue an official statement. Source: https://observer.ug/news/freshly-bailed-muwanga-kivumbi-re-arrested-in-mpigi
economy 10 July 2026
Uganda's economy is demonstrating strong performance with an optimistic outlook for the coming financial year and medium term, characterized by accelerating growth, controlled inflation, and a stable currency. Significant increases in exports and investor confidence are key drivers of this trend. Source: https://ugandainvest.go.ug/ugandas-economic-performance-remains-robust-with-optimistic-investment-and-business-outlook-psst
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Politics
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has stated that its supporters pleading guilty to charges while on remand are doing so due to prolonged detention and repeated bail rejections, rather than an admission of guilt. The party acknowledges the difficult circumstances pushing these members towards plea bargains. Source: https://observer.ug/news/nup-defends-supporters-pleading-guilty-to-crimes-they-deny-committing
law
Uganda's High Court has declared that bail is mandatory for individuals who have been in custody for over 180 days without their case proceeding to the High Court. Justice Paul Gadenya Wolimbwa ruled that courts are constitutionally obligated to release such individuals, irrespective of the severity of their charges. Source: https://observer.ug/news/high-court-rules-after-180-days-on-remand-bail-becomes-mandatory
economy
Uganda's economy is demonstrating strong performance with an optimistic outlook for the coming financial year and medium term, characterized by accelerating growth, controlled inflation, and a stable currency. Significant increases in exports and investor confidence are key drivers of this trend. Source: https://ugandainvest.go.ug/ugandas-economic-performance-remains-robust-with-optimistic-investment-and-business-outlook-psst
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A handwritten note reportedly found after a Senior Four student's death at Naalya Senior Secondary School's Bweyogerere campus has prompted further police investigation, with authorities urging against premature conclusions. The note, suggesting emotional distress, has also reignited discussions on student mental health. Source: https://observer.ug/news/suicide-note-leaves-more-questions-in-naalya-ss-students-death