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Police Investigators Key to Fighting Corruption – Brig Gen Isoke

KAMPALA. Brigadier General Henry Isoke, Head of the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU), has emphasized the crucial role police investigators play in the fight against corruption. Addressing senior police officers from the Criminal Investigations, Professional Service, and Canine Units at the Uganda Police Training Facility in Kikandwa on Monday, Gen Isoke stressed that integrity among law enforcement officers is paramount. Gen Isoke, now in office for three years highlighted the importance of police investigators. "Police investigators are the foundation of public safety and justice, and any form of corruption within their ranks undermines the very essence of law enforcement," he said.  He urged officers to embody integrity and serve above self to improve the image of the police force. Gen Isoke emphasized the need for detectives to be role models in the fight against corruption, saying, "If we are clean, […]

admin May 12, 2025

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PLU’s Mawanda and Kabanda- the hypocrisy of corruption crusaders

KAMPALA. In a display of political hypocrisy and self-inflicted embarrassment, Kasambya MP David Kabanda, the self-proclaimed Secretary General of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), alongside his peg boy, Igara East MP Michael Mawanda, suffered a humiliating blow as their so-called anti-corruption demonstration against Parliament flopped miserably on Monday. The duo's desperate attempt to position themselves as corruption crusaders was not only shunned by Ugandans but also snubbed by their own PLU colleagues, leaving them exposed as opportunistic frauds. The protest, ostensibly aimed at condemning corruption in Parliament, quickly unraveled when the public scrutinized the integrity—or lack thereof—of its organizers. Leading the charge was none other than Michael Mawanda, a man currently battling serious corruption charges in the Anti-Corruption Court, accused of stealing a staggering 169 billion shillings earmarked for compensation of Cooperatives. He maintains innocence. This isn’t Mawanda’s first […]

admin February 11, 2025

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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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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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Fort Portal City Officials Face Corruption Charges after SH-ACU Op

FORTPORTAL: Three Fort Portal City officials - Kagaba Richard Ndora, Kyomuhendo Susan, and Ben Mutooro Musinguzi - have been brought before the Anti-corruption Court by a joint effort from the State House Anti Corruption Unit (SH-ACU), CID, and the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. The charges they face revolve around allegations of Abuse of Office stemming from their involvement in a scandal surrounding unauthorized appointments. It is reported that between November 2022 and July 2023, the accused officials abused their authority by improperly issuing appointment letters to 23 individuals without the necessary clearance from the Public Service. Allegedly to cover their tracks and circumvent detection, these letters were falsely backdated to June 29, 2023, just a day before a circular issued by the ministry of public service on June 30, 2023, suspended all recruitments lacking proper authorization. This […]

admin December 2, 2024

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Breaking News: Kampala Parents School teachers strike as Sudhir fails to pay them

Teachers of City Mogul Sudhir Ruparellia’s Kampala Parents School have gone on strike over non-payment of salaries. The teachers also want their salaries matched with those of their Indian counterparts who reportedly earn more than Sh3m compared to less than Sh600,000 earned by Ugandan teachers. “We cannot accept this kind of discrimination. Even the food we eat is cheap compared to that of the Indian teachers,” one of the teachers shouted. “In fact the food they are giving us is very poor yet the parents keep on paying. Can you Imagine in a Sudhir school, a teacher getting Sh200,000?” another shouted. “Wabula Omuyindi asigala Muyindi...why is Sudhir not paying Kampala Parents teachers?? I don't think it's a money problem...it's just that thing that they love to see people suffer,” commented a social media activist. Below is the video.

admin November 22, 2024

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SH-ACU arrests corrupt district boss

KAMPALA. State House anti-corruption Unit (SH-ACU) in its dedication to fighting against corruption until the nation reaches a pivotal moment and eliminate this wrongdoing has arraigned a district boss in court. Mr. Mpuga David, the Chairperson of the Rakai District Service Commission, was captured following numerous complaints by SH-ACU led by Gen. Henry Isoke. On Monday, the 7th of January 2024, Mr. Mpuga faced three corruption charges in the Anti-Corruption Court after being accused of soliciting and receiving UGX 20 million from a job applicant in exchange for securing a position as an Agricultural Officer in Rakai District. Despite the payment made, no job offer materialized. Mr. Mpuga refutes all allegations brought against him. The arrest of the accused was carried out jointly by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, the Uganda Police, and the Office of the Director of Public […]

admin October 8, 2024

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Govt lawyer sent to Luzira over shs100m bribe

A state attorney attached to the justice ministry has been charged with 16 counts of corruption after he allegedly solicited for a shs100m bribe. The Anti-Corruption Unit of State House worked with CID and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to pin Sam Tusubira before arraigning him in court on Tuesday. “The accused while representing government in court, solicited for a bribe of UGX100M from a plaintiff who had sued the Ministry of Lands and the Attorney General for irregular cancellation of his title, in order to assist the victim get compensated,” the unit stated. “By time of his arrest he had received about UGX43M from the victim. He has been remanded until 19th August 2024.”

admin August 14, 2024

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Shs 806.3bn bailout: Dei Biopharma, Roko benefit

BY The Observer KAMPALA.Last month, the minister of Finance, Matia Kasaija, presented a Shs 72.1 trillion budget for the financial year 2024/25. According to the budget, the government is projected to generate Shs 32.3 trillion through revenue collection to fund its activities. Additionally, the government expects to borrow Shs 1.3 trillion from external sources and Shs 8.9 trillion from internal sources. Domestic debt refinancing is anticipated to amount to Shs 19.8 trillion, with Shs 9.5 trillion allocated for project support through grants and loans.The budget estimates indicate that the first allocations will go towards external debt repayments, totalling Shs 3.149 trillion. Project support through loans and grants is allocated Shs 9.583 trillion. Domestic refinancing is set at Shs 12 trillion, while interest payments are a substantial Shs 9 trillion. Other allocations include Shs 603 billion for the recapitalization of the […]

admin July 17, 2024

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Budget 2024-2025: Past mistakes haunt Parliament

The Parliament of Uganda has been recalled from their break to reconsider the 2024/2025 financial year budget. It is the first time since the passing Budget Act and the Public Finance Act 2015 that the Parliament of Uganda reconvenes to consider a budget already endorsed by the legislatures. Members Of Parliament were recalled from recess to have a send look at the budget after President Museveni refused to sign the Appropriations Bill. Museveni reportedly asked the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among that the parliament should reinstate the government’s priorities. The President’s action this time has surprised some lawmakers. It has also raised some questions because Annette Anita Among had on Budget Day indicated the budget consideration process was consultative. Sections 5 and 8 of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) 2015 and rule 145 of Parliament’s Rules of Procedure parliament […]

admin July 3, 2024