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Politics 16 May 2026
The 12th Parliament of Uganda has officially commenced its legislative journey with 527 Members of Parliament successfully taking their oaths over a three-day ceremony. This marks the beginning of a new parliamentary term, featuring a significant number of new faces alongside returning legislators. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/index.php/news/4427/527-mps-take-oath-set-stage-speaker-election
Politics 16 May 2026
Several government ministers and legislators, including some who have served in previous terms, took their oaths to officially begin their roles in the 12th Parliament. Notably, former Prime Minister Amama Mbabazi made an appearance to support his wife. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/index.php/news/4425/ministers-take-oath-amama-mbabazi-returns-house-highlights
Politics 16 May 2026
The final day of the swearing-in ceremony for newly elected Members of Parliament saw 83 individuals take their oaths, bringing the total to 441. The proceedings concluded on Friday, May 17, 2026. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/index.php/news/4426/day-3-swearing-members-parliament-highlights
Politics 16 May 2026
Eighty-six Members of Parliament were sworn in on the second day of the ceremony, bringing the total to 270 as the 11th Parliament gears up for its official opening. The event proceeded despite a morning drizzle, with notable figures taking their oaths. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/index.php/news/4424/86-swear-during-cold-morning-day-2-highlights
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The 12th Parliament of Uganda has officially commenced its legislative journey with 527 Members of Parliament successfully taking their oaths over a three-day ceremony. This marks the beginning of a new parliamentary term, featuring a significant number of new faces alongside returning legislators. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/index.php/news/4427/527-mps-take-oath-set-stage-speaker-election
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Masaka City Mayor, Florence Namayanja, is appealing to the government for increased special funding, arguing that the current budget is insufficient to address the city's development needs and service delivery challenges. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/masaka-city-seeks-special-funding-from-government-5462400
Health
The Ministry of Health in Uganda has confirmed an outbreak of the Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease after a 59-year-old Congolese national, admitted to Kibuli Muslim Hospital with severe symptoms, passed away. This case is considered an imported infection. Source: https://observer.ug/news/uganda-confirms-ebola-outbreak-after-kibuli-hospital-death
football
Manchester United has reached an agreement with former player Michael Carrick to take over as the club's permanent head coach. An official announcement is expected within 48 hours. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/soccer/man-utd-reach-agreement-to-appoint-carrick-manager-5462358