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Legalise medical cannabis - Minister Otafiire

The Minister of Internal Affairs, Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Kahinda Otafiire, has asked Parliament to decriminalise cannabis for medical use, saying the old position of the law should yield to new scientific findings that endorse the herb as medicine.Hon. Kahinda Otafiire, who led a team of top officials…

Presidents intervene in Uganda, South Sudan maize row

The presidents of Uganda and South Sudan have intervened in a maize row that had threated to ruin relations between the two countries.In June 2023, 65 Ugandan trucks transporting maize to South Sudan were impounded by the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) at the Nimule-Elegu border…

MPs moot strategies to curb HIV/AIDS spread in prisons

Lawmakers have proposed the establishment of separate cells for inmates who are HIV positive in order to prevent the spread of the virus within the detention facilities.Ibanda North Member of Parliament, Hon. Xavier Kyooma made the proposal during a debate on a report by the Committee on HIV/AIDS…

Health Ministry directed to settle Shs31 billion debt to NMS

Parliament has directed the Ministry of Health to settle a debt of Shs31.4 billion owed to National Medical Stores (NMS).This recommendation is contained in the report of the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) on the report of the Auditor General on the…

Rising numbers of medical interns cited for funding gap

The unpredictable increase in the number of medical interns and senior house officers has led to budget shortfalls in their remuneration, according to a report from the Committee on Health.The Committee Chairperson, Hon. Charles Ayume said Uganda has 19 accredited universities producing graduates…

Deputy Speaker Tayebwa roots for Uganda's film sector

The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has  pledged to support Uganda's film industry describing it as an important platform that helps in the promotion and preservation of culture and heritage. Officiating at the 10th Uganda Film Festival (UFF) Gala Night, Tayebwa said the government is counting on…

Opposition starts discussions on Constitutional and Electoral Reforms

The Opposition in Parliament has launched consultations on proposals for the amendment of the Constitution to introduce reforms that they hope will improve the country’s political landscape.Speaking at a three-day consultative workshop on Constitutional and Electoral reforms at Speke Resort…

‘Legalise Status of Kilembe Mines Hospital’

Parliament has tasked the Ministry of Health to legitimise its partnership with Kilembe Mines Hospital in order to continue offering healthcare services to the people of Kasese.  The Chairperson of the Committee on Health, Hon. Charles Ayume, said that they established that the uncertainty of the…

President returns the Anti-Homosexuality Bill

President Yoweri Museveni has returned the Anti-Homosexuality Bill, 2023 to the House with proposals for reconsideration.The bill that criminalises acts and promotion of homosexuality was passed on 22 March 2023 pending the President’s assent.The President has however, asked Parliament to…

Adeke, Basalirwa granted leave to introduce private members bills

Parliament has granted the Soroti District Woman Representative, Hon. Anna Adeke and Bugiri Municipality Member of Parliament, Hon. Asuman Basalirwa leave to introduce the Sexual Offences Bill and the Law Reform (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill respectively.The nod by Parliament for the two to…

Environment Parliament calls for solid investment in waste disposal

To tackle climate change, the Environment Parliament has issued a call for a substantial increase in investment in waste disposal research. The inaugural sitting on Friday, 26 May 2023, at Parliament, brought together young people, policymakers, environmental scientists, concerned individuals and…

Gov’t withdraws Euros 500 million request amid sovereignty concerns

Government has withdrawn a financing request of €500 million fromAmarog Capital Limited and Sovereign Infrastructure Group.The decision comes as the Committees on Budget and National Economy scrutinised the agreement and raised concerns regarding tax waivers on interest and fees, as well as the…

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