Tag: MP

NRM Party Boss Turns Rival: Bukono Constituency Heats Up As Hajji Gusongoyirye Challenges Princess Namuganza for MP Seat

By Nelly Otto With only 12 months to go before the 2026 general elections in Uganda, the political temperature is rising, and some incumbents are facing unexpected challenges. In Bukono Constituency, Namutumba, State Minister for Housing Princess Persis Namuganza is facing a surprise rival – her own campaign agent, Hajji Siraj Kirya Gusongoyirye. Hajji Gusongoyirye, […]

Scholz wants Ukrainian refugees to start working ASAP

By RT The German chancellor claims his government’s employment scheme has partially succeed, but can improve German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has said he wants as many Ukrainian refugees as possible to land a job in the country. The official also dismissed criticisms suggesting that his government’s efforts to bolster employment among these recent arrivals have […]

New Kisoro District Woman MP takes oath

By Watchdog Uganda Grace Ngabirano Akifeza has taken the oaths of allegiance and of Member of Parliament as the new representative for Kisoro District, following her victory in a by-election held on 14 November 2024. Hon. Ngabirano (Independent) will serve the remaining term of the 11th Parliament having replaced former MP, late Hon. Sarah Mateke […]