UEC Welcomes Postponement of Martyrs Day Celebrations, Calls for Observance at Parish level
Editorial The Uganda Episcopal Conference has welcomed the Government’s decision to postpone this year’s national Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations at Namugongo Shrine. In a press release issued today May 18,signed by the UEC Chair Bishop Anthony Zziwa, the bishops described the move as necessary under the current circumstances, while acknowledging Uganda Martyrs as a symbol […]
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Among Steps Down from 12th Parliament Speakership Contest
Editorial Former Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, has officially withdrawn from the race for the Speakership of the 12th Parliament. In a statement released yesterday night, Among said her decision follows wide consultations and deep introspection, aimed at maintaining harmony and clarity within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party. She expressed gratitude to […]
Continue ReadingMartyrs’ Day to Remain a Public Holiday Despite Postponed Celebrations
Editorial The government has confirmed that Martyrs’ Day on June 3, 2026 will remain a public holiday despite the postponement of the annual commemorations at Namugongo over Ebola concerns. In a press release dated May 18, 2026, in a statement signed by ED Allan Kasujja at the Uganda Media Centre indicated that Martyrs’ Day, observed […]
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