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Gen Isoke Inspires Youth Against Corruption

ENTEBE. Brigadier General Henry Isoke, head of the State House Anti Corruption Unit (SH-ACU) Friday delivered a powerful message on the fight against corruption to 725 university student leaders in Nkumba University. Gen Isoke highlighted the detrimental effects of corruption, emphasizing its role in brain drain and hindering national development. He stressed the importance of leveraging existing legal frameworks and technological solutions to combat corruption effectively, encouraging youth involvement in sensitizing the masses and enforcement officers. Despite challenges, Gen Isoke showcased Uganda's progress, citing improved GDP growth and increased life expectancy as achievements. He underlined the necessity of defeating corruption for national development, commending efforts to promote ethical values and patriotism among the youth. The interaction left a lasting impact, inspiring unity against corruption and fostering hope for a transparent future in Uganda.

admin January 10, 2025

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Brig Isoke hosts UK Anti-Corruption, Shares Strategies

KAMPALA. As part of Anti-Corruption week efforts, Brig Gen Henry Isoke of State House Anti-Corruption Unit hosted UK consultant Nicholas Rowell. Rowell's presentation focused on stopping the supply side of corruption through implementing strong internal controls and compliance programs in both public and private institutions. Rowell stressed the importance of enacting laws mandating anti-corruption measures and policies to prevent corrupt practices. He highlighted the significance of regularly updating internal controls, monitoring transactions, and conducting random audits to eliminate corruption effectively. Identifying red flags and addressing them promptly was also emphasized as vital in combating corruption. Tailoring compliance needs according to the size and corruption risks of different institutions is essential, Rowell noted. He outlined specific procedures that institutions should prioritize to enhance compliance and encouraged collaboration among Anti-Corruption Agencies in Uganda to maximize their collective impact. Inspector General of Government […]

admin December 5, 2024

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SH-ACU, NDC Anti-Corruption Debate Competition set for Friday

KAMPALA. Selected schools will Friday December 6, converge in Kampala to compete in Uganda Speech and Debate championship league 2024 at the office of the Prime Minister Minister’s conference at 1.30pm. The purpose of the school debate organised by the State House Anti Corruption Unit (SH-ACU) headed by Brig Henry Isoke in conjunction with the National Debate Council (NDC) is to raise awareness among students about the detrimental effects of corruption on society and to empower them to become advocates for transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership. Through debating topics related to corruption, students will be encouraged to critically analyze the root causes of corruption, its impact on development, and potential solutions to combat this pervasive issue. Participating in the anti-corruption debate competition provides students with a platform to voice their opinions, propose innovative ideas, and engage in constructive dialogue on […]

admin December 5, 2024

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Anti-Corruption Efforts Intensify

KAMPALA.  In a move to tackle corruption, the State House Anti Corruption Unit ( SH-ACU) headed by Brig Henry Isoke has  joined forces with the Minister of State for Ethics and Integrity, Hon. Akello Lilly Rose, for a joint inspection and Community Engagement meeting in Greater Masaka District and City on November 23, 2024. The event aimed to address reported service delivery gaps and promote transparency. Key issues discussed during the meeting included extortion of Parish Development Model beneficiaries, fraudulent sale of government land, and poor construction standards of government schools. Several arrests were made in connection with these allegations, including the Chief Finance Officer and District Education Officer. The Inter-Agency Forum Against Corruption, comprising institutions as the ministry of Ethics, the Inspector General’s office and the Public Disposal and Procurement Unit demonstrated a united front against corruption . District and […]

admin November 26, 2024

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SH-ACU led op sees officials charged, remanded for misuse of PDM funds,

BUDUDA: Today, a joint operation involving the State House Anti corruption Unit (SH-ACU) and other agencies has resulted in the arraignment of two suspects, Wakoko Kassim and Nakhaima Francis, at the Bududa Chief Magistrates Court. Wakoko Kasim, the Parish Chief Bunandutu, faces charges of obtaining money by false pretences. He allegedly deceived several Bunandutu PDM SACCO members, fraudulently acquiring large sums under the guise of processing their funds. Nakhaima Francis, an employee of public service, stands accused of falsifying documents related to Bumakita PDM SACCO funds. Alongside accomplices still at large, they submitted erroneous returns and registered non-beneficiaries into the system. Both suspects have been remanded until 5th November 2024 while investigations continue. This development highlights ongoing efforts to combat financial misconduct and uphold integrity in fund management practices.

admin October 17, 2024

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Battleline drawn as Bobi Wine fires Mpuuga from NUP leadership

The National Unity Platform (NUP) president, Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu (Bobi Wine), has suspended Mathias Mpuuga from the party structures over allegations of corruption. A Thursday letter by Bobi Wine said Mpuuga was sacked as vice president in charge of the central region with immediate effect. Mpuuga's trouble arises from a meeting at Parliament in which leaders awarded themselves sh1.7b as service award. Mpuuga who attended the same meeting received sh500m. The now Parliamentary Commissioner has defended the plot, saying everything was done legally. Mpuuga recently called a press conference and said no one could fire him from NUP as he was one of the founding members. Below is Bobi's full letter.

admin March 29, 2024

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New minister Balam returns to Brother Ronnie church to thank God

The newly appointed state minister for youth and children affairs, Hon Balam Barugahare Ateenyi has returned thanks to God who has seen him change status to become a government official. Hon Balam who started as a soda retailer in public events to becoming a music promoter before joining Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba's Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) to now a minister thanked Brother Ronnie Makabai who has ministered him all this far to ministerial post. Balam who is a church member at Brother Ronnie's ATM church on Palm Sunday told believers who gathered at Holy City in Bwerenga near Ntebe that he attributes all his success to God and Brother Ronnie who has guided him. Clad in his trademark stripped orange T-Shirt Balam climbed the pulpit at Holy City to testify as Brother Ronnie gave him the microphone. " I request […]

admin March 28, 2024

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No one can fire me from NUP – Mpuuga

National Unity Platform Vice President for Buganda region Mathias Mpuuga has said he is not about to leave the party he helped found even though some people are fighting him internally. In a Tuesday press conference Mpuuga said there's a group of people trying to to hound him out of NUP but his commitment is still strong. He insisted there was no indiscipline in receiving the sh500m from Parliament because it was both legal and morally right. The Parliamentary Commissioner said NUP was fighting for crumbs as President Yoweri Museveni makes strategies to deepen his strength. Mpuuga said he had taken time without meeting party president Robert Kyagulanyi and only hears him speaking at funerals and other public events. Details in statement below:

admin March 26, 2024

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NUP rebel MPs defy Bobi, refuse to attend urgent meeting

At least 18 MPs who scribe to the National Unity Platform (NUP) did not turn out for the Tuesday meeting, sending mixed signals to a party already engulfed in controversies. Party president Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) convened the meeting to lambast the legislators on matters of corruption in the House only for 18 to turn down the invites. After the meeting Bobi Wine posted: "This afternoon, we were delighted to interact with the @NUP_Ug's Members of Parliament with whom we discussed a number of issues." "Most importantly, I charged them to individually and collectively take a firm stand against corruption and abuse of public funds, otherwise our people will start asking questions," he added. "The only thing that will drive a clear distinction between us and those we seek to drive out of power is how and where we stand […]

admin March 20, 2024