Stephen Kalema

Stephen Kalema is a reporter at watchdog Uganda, passionate at writing about politics, crimes, health issues, tourism and business. You can reach Stephen on Email skstephenacts759@gmail.com, Tel.+256706644951, twitter:@stephenkalema6, Facebook: Kalema Stephen.
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Zaake Calls on Parliament to Investigate Human Rights Abuses in Ugandan Prisons, Including Pre-Conviction Hair Shaving 

Mityana Municipality lawmaker, Francis Zaake, has urged Parliament to launch an investigation into the human rights abuses occurring within Uganda…

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Opposition MPs Decry Regional Parliamentary Sittings as Wasteful Spending

Several Opposition Members of Parliament have criticized the Regional Parliamentary sittings organized by the Parliament of Uganda, labelling the Shs20Bn…

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MP Ssemujju Nganda: The Museveni Who Fought in Luweero is Long Gone; We Are Now Ruled by His Opposite

In a candid and thought-provoking statement, Kira Municipality MP Ssemujju Nganda has declared that the Museveni who fought valiantly in…

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“God Gave Us Another Chance,” says Deputy Speaker Tayebwa after surviving plane crash

In his address, while opening the Tuesday plenary, Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa urged the public to remain calm…

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Uganda Law Society Condemns Police Interference with Fundamental Rights

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has issued a strong condemnation against what it describes as the persistent and unlawful interference…

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A Call for Calm in the Face of Political Tensions: FDC Seeks Answers on Abduction and Deportation Incident

In a move that has intensified political tensions in the region, the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction is…

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NIRA Announces Expiration of 15.8 Million National IDs by August 2025, prepares  Massive Enrollment Exercise

In a significant development, the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has announced that by August next year, a staggering…

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Get Out of Your Comfort Zone and Join Ugandans in Expressing Their Discontent on Government, Singer Apass Urges Fellow Artists

Alexander Bagonza, a musician and songwriter commonly known by his stage name Apass has called on his fellow artists to…

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Cost of Masaka-Mutukula Road Construction to Increase by Shs64Bn

The construction of the Masaka-Mutukula Road is set to experience a significant cost increase, with an additional Shs64 billion on…

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Dr. Spire Ssentongo Pens Scathing Letter to President Museveni: A Call for Reflection on Governance and Integrity

In a candid and heartfelt letter, the Philosophy teacher and cartoonist Dr. Jim Spire Ssentongo has openly criticized President Yoweri…

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Museveni goes bare knuckles on MP Ssewungu: You are so useless, talking like children

In a fiery verbal attack that has captured national attention, President Yoweri Museveni has lashed out at Kalungu West Member…

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‘Women of Uganda’ Demand Accountability, End to Human Rights Abuses, and Action Against Corruption

In a compelling statement, "Women of Uganda," an umbrella body comprising women’s civil societies such as the Women’s Probono Initiative,…

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Human Rights Defenders Urge Immediate Action to Address Persistent Violations in Uganda

Human rights organizations, including the Human Rights Centre Uganda (HRCU), Uganda Human Rights Commission, and the African Centre for Treatment…

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Ambassador Kabonero Champions Regional Integration at Kigali NCIPs Meetings

In a series of impactful addresses at the ongoing Single Customs Territory (SCT) and Immigration, Tourism, Trade and Services (ITTLS)…

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ODPP Denounces Circulation of Fraudulent Letter Regarding Non-Existent Case of Defilement

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has issued a stern warning against the circulation of a fraudulent…

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