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President Museveni’s Vision for Africa: Socio-Economic Transformation
In a recent address at the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA)-Africa Heads of State summit,…
New law would restrict surrogacy in Uganda to infertility
The Tororo District Woman Member of Parliament, Sarah Opendi, is proposing to have surrogacy in Uganda…
Uganda’s oil exploration is on course with a proper commercialisation plan – government
The State House Investors Protection Unit Head, Col. Edith Nakalema has assured Ugandans that the government…
How Leader of Opposition Ssenyonyi has set a battle with House Speaker over expenditures
In the wake of social media “exhibition” that has allegedly exposed extravagance in Parliament, the plenary…
Agriculture Ministry officials face questions over importing sickly but expensive goats
While the Government of Uganda has introduced several poverty reduction programmes targeting the field of community…
Uganda’s potential revealed as country hosts 2024 NAM summit: A global affair
January 15, 2024, Kampala – All eyes are on Uganda’s capital Kampala as delegates converge at…
Uganda’s innovative STEM education program achieves remarkable success in Uganda, Senegal, Kenya, and the US
Young Engineers Uganda, a pioneer in STEM education for children, has once again demonstrated its prowess…
DR Congo presidential campaigns draws to three-horse battle
When the Congolese population which is largely Catholic goes for this year’s Christmas festivals, celebrations will…
Rwenzururu King calls on ADF combatants to seek amnesty
When the Omusinga (King) of Rwenzururu, Charles Wesley Mumbere the Irema-Ngoma landed returned home on October…
Tough penalties for Ugandan alcohol addicts as MP Sarah Opendi tables new Bill
Tororo District Woman Member of Parliament, Sarah Opendi has proposed a 10-year jail term or a…
Uganda makes $25 million stride towards self-sufficiency in diagnostics
In a historic move towards healthcare independence, President Yoweri Museveni on Tuesday November 29, inaugurated Microhaem…
Standoff Escalates: Uganda’s opposition firm in face of government pressure
The impasse between parliamentary leadership and the opposition has spiraled into a new standoff as the…
Government finalizes plan to close down budget consuming agencies
Much as Parliament has halted the plan by the government to table the Constitutional Amendment Bill,…
Continental experts say reducing consumption of drugs may end trafficking in Africa
African Union experts have suggested that the fight against drug trafficking on the continental may not…
Delegates highlight plight of women in French colonies at NAM conference in Baku
With just weeks left before the focus shifts to Uganda with the Non Aligned Movement Summit…
Oil companies reluctant to cease total fuel importing monopoly to UNOC
When Energy and Mineral Development Minister, Ruth Nankabirwa tabled the Petroleum Supply (Amendment) Bill, 2023 early…
Why Is It Taking Long to Develop an HIV Vaccine? Museveni Challenges Ugandan Scientists
In a thought-provoking address, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has posed a critical question to the scientific…
Agriculture Minister Tumwebaze tables a Bill to regulate production and sale of Animal feeds.
The government has proposed a five-year jail term for anyone convicted for importing or exporting unregulated…
Unused covid vaccines set to expire as lawmakers seek assurance on locally made jabs
The whole world may currently be out of the main danger posed by the Covid-19 pandemic…
Uganda is unstoppable Museveni declares as he announces war against corruption is key in socioeconomic transformation
Uganda’s President has outlined eight essential factors of success for Uganda and the wider Africa. In…
Korea a strategic partner in maintaining peace, security in Africa- Says Tayebwa
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa has underscored the contribution of the Republic of South…
Tasks ahead as Uganda joins Kenya and Tanzania to host Afcon 2027
Uganda’s return to the African Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2027 has partially been sealed after the…
Ideological re-orientation and economic stability: A message from President Museveni
In a profound address to military students and staff members of Botswana Defence Command and Staff…
Museveni offers to mediate in Solia-Somaliland unification efforts as peacekeepers continue to withdraw from Somalia
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni week received a Special Envoy from the Republic of Somaliland, Dr. Jama…
Uganda’s president announces air force attack on ADF terrorists, rebel positions weakening in DR Congo
In a recent statement to the public, the President of Uganda, Gen Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has…
Has Parliament lost the battle against exorbitant fees structures in public and private schools?
Uganda has been running a liberalized education sector with the privately owned schools mostly propriated in…
Absentee Ministers face tough task on transfer to other dockets
When President Yoweri Museveni makes a midterm reshuffle as expected sometime this year, Ministers who will…
African Coups: A vicious cycle of instability and foreign influence
In the wake of the recent coup in Gabon, where the military leaders have freed President…
Proposed local content law to wait a little longer
When Kassanda North Member of Parliament, Patrick Oshabe Nsamba was granted leave to introduce a Private…
Refurbishment of Kampala-Malaba railway line set as Parliament approves Shs809b loan.
Traders who transport their cargo from the Mombasa port in Kenya on the road will have…
Why nursery teacher training institutions are seeking reform in national teacher policy
The Pre-primary Teacher Training Institutions Association of Uganda (PPTTIA-U) has asked Parliament to recommend to the…
Government proposals tough penalties in new law on Explosives
Parliament is set to repeal the Explosives Act, 1936 to cater for defects in the 87-year-old…
Uganda, Tanzania forge energy collaboration for mutual development
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on August 11, 2023 hosted a delegation from Tanzania at State House…
Why resolving the Apaa land conflict remains a crucial step towards lasting stability in northern Uganda
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has said the Judicial Commission of Inquiry is the best solution to…
Stakeholders outline benefits to oil community as Hoima international airport nears completion
The completion of Kabalega International Airport, formerly known as Hoima International Airport in Hoima district, has…
President Museveni encourages Ugandan diaspora to foster value addition and investment
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has delivered a compelling message to the Ugandan Diaspora, urging them to…
Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic substances Bill suffers legal setback ahead of House debate
Parliament recently failed to debate and potentially pass the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Bill, 2023…
Microfinance Support Centre on spot for unclear loan disbursements
The House Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has put the Microfinance Support…
How Stanbic Bank’s sustainability program is making a lasting impact in Uganda
Last week, President Yoweri Museveni hosted leaders of Standard Bank Group to State House Nakasero, in…
Government ordered to sort out issues threatening student loan scheme as thousands likely to miss out
Parliament has directed the government to take action on the report by the Committee on Commissions,…
Hope for litigants as number of High Court Judges to raise
One of the troubles a judicial officer has to deal with is delivering judgements that can…
Deputy Speaker Tayebwa demands government action as DNA tests threaten marriages
Towards the end of June, 2023, mainstream media in Uganda was awash with stories on the…
Stakeholders outline benefits to oil community as Hoima International Airport nears completion
The completion of Kabalega International Airport, formerly known as Hoima International Airport in Hoima district, has…
A look at the East African Community budget for next financial year, what are the priorities
During the month of June, partner states of the East African Community present their national budgets…
Kenya President Ruto wants EAC partner states to raise cash for political confederation Constitution
The President of Kenya, Dr William Ruto has suggested that the seven partner states should contribute…
Serbia and Uganda Join Forces To Explore and Promote Agricultural Growth.
By Jane Namugula Serbia and Uganda are set to commence a new trade venture, aimed at…
Will talks end senseless ADF attacks in Uganda?
The government of Uganda is pursuing the option of holding talks with the Allied Democratic Forces…
South Sudan, Uganda agree on more food imports as Juba government declares steps to curb inflation
The Government of South Sudan has reached an agreement with its counterparts in Uganda to supply…
Deployment in Somalia is for combat not for the money; Museveni condemns laxity of Ugandan forces
In what appears to be an indictment on the command of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces,…
Government reintroduces narcotic drugs bill after Court nullified the 2016 law
Government has tabled the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Bill, 2023 as a way of reintroducing…
Inside President Museveni State of the Nation Address for 2023
Ahead of the 2023/2024 financial year, the government will focus on 11 priorities to ensure a…
It is senseless: Museveni, Kiir reiterate call for end to war in Sudan
The Senior Political Advisor of the Sudan Rapid Special Forces Mr. Yousif Izzat last week delivered…
Security takes lion’s share as Shs52.7 trillion budget for 2023/24 financial year
Parliament on Thursday approved the national budget for the financial year 2023/24 totaling to Shs52.7 trillion…
Female legislators raise a red flag on imposition of tax on diapers in Uganda.
A week after Parliament overwhelmingly approved tax on both children and adult diapers, a section of…
Legislators continue to push for sacking of errant Accounting Officers as taxpayers continue to suffer losses.
On April 12, 2023, Parliament directed the Executive to within one week furnish it with information…
Kenyan President Ruto reechoes efforts to remove trade barriers in East Africa
The President of Kenya, William Ruto says there is no need to waste time in removing…
Hope for Kilembe Mines hospital reconstruction hangs on prospective copper mining investors
The recurrent flooding of River Nyamwamba and other main rivers in Kasese district has caused a…
Museveni outlines 5 strategies to increase export earnings through tourism
President Yoweri Museveni has pledged to support the private drive to increase Uganda’s export earnings with…
Who is pursuing illegitimate objectives? Museveni questions Sudan war
On the morning of April 27, 211 Ugandans touched down aboard a Uganda Airlines plane at…
Parliament to probe Shs616b gold export tax exemptions
A Select Committee of Parliament will soon be set up to investigate circumstances under which the…
Lawmakers want more than Shs15b to renovate all traditional schools in Uganda
Parliament has tasked its Committee on Budget to find more money to allocate to the Education…
Uganda’s Mt. Elgon: from coffee anonymity to speciality coffee powerhouse
Anna Chemutai, a smallholder coffee farmer in the village of Chebonet, wakes up at dawn every…
Government moves to end leadership vacuum at countries top public publishing entity
The recent decision by the Cabinet to approve the new Board of Directors for the Uganda…
MPs want government to allow SACCOs gain access to Parish Development Model cash
Reports from different regional Parliamentary caucuses have unanimously asked the government to allow Savings and Credits…
How Uganda’s army is restoring hope, has stamped out terrorism in Somalia
Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia is all praises for Uganda…
Why Museveni wants lawmakers to take lead in mobilizing for Parish Development Model program
President Yoweri Museveni on Thursday made a clarion call to the Members of Parliament to rigorously…
Parliament select committee report casts doubt over safety of workers’ money in NSSF
By law every Ugandan worker who is employed outside the civil service is supposed to save…
Iron sheet saga: Is Museveni saving face?
The Uganda police on Monday March 13 announced that President Yoweri Museveni has directed an expeditious…
What President Museveni’s special address to Parliament may reveal
Proceeding under the mandate given to him under Article 101 (2), President Yoweri Museveni will address…
Museveni co-opts journalists as agents of growth and prosperity
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has reiterated that the only way to achieve prosperity in Uganda is…
More budget cuts affect State House, Health ministry
The Budget Committee of Parliament is in tying loose ends on the final report on the…
Museveni pledges careful use of oil as Uganda begins drilling 31 wells
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has reiterated the government’s commitment to use oil and petroleum resources carefully…
South Sudan government starts 2023 with renewed push to end violence
As the year 2023 starts, President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday January 9, met with Nicholas…
The Year ahead: Education, health and water to maintain giant’s share of 2023-24 Financial Year Budget
Education, health and water sectors, will have the biggest allocation from Uganda’s 2023-24 Financial Year Budget…
Government proposes Shs49 trillion budget for 2023/24 financial year
Finance Minister Matia Kasaija on December 23 tabled before Parliament a Shs49.9 trillion proposed budget for…
The year ahead: Will First Son standoff with ruling NRM party blow over?
First Son and presidential advisor on defence, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has a democratic right to contest…
A look into the COSASE investigations into public expenditure so far.
It is by design that all Accountability Committees of the Parliaments of Commonwealth counties must be…
Inside the proposed alcohol control measures in Sarah Opendi’s Private Member’s Bill.
Uganda is a circular country where citizens are free to live their lifestyles the way they…
Coups are a distortion of constitutional order, Uganda reiterates as African leaders meet over security
Uganda has reiterated its position that coup-makers have no right to interfere with Africa’s destiny. Uganda’s…
Uganda starts journey to ending medical tourism with Human Organ Transplant law
Ugandans have been contributing to the medical tourism in other countries especially in India; European and…
Ebola outbreak: Uganda has been here before and knows just how to get out of it
On September 21, Uganda’s Health Ministry announced a latest outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus. Uganda…
Commodities that meet rules of origin should be allowed across markets in East Africa – Museveni
President Yoweri Museveni has said that any commodity that meets the rules of origin criterion should…
Uganda defends oil pipeline project at UN General Assembly, calls EU resolutions hypocrisy
The Government of Uganda has lashed out at countries attacking it for developing the country’s oil…
There is need for efforts to save the disappearing glaciers on Rwenzori Mountains
The Rwenzururu Kingdom, a cultural institution with subjects cutting across the border between Uganda and the…
Uganda, South Sudan moot end to highway attacks on citizens
Neighbouring countries Uganda and South Sudan have geared up efforts to curb cross-border attacks carried out…
Will 24 more months provide solution to South Sudan’s unending conflicts?
On August 4, 2022, South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit informed the nation that his government…
Peace will grow the four sectors of Commercial agriculture, Industry, Services, and ICT, Museveni tells South Sudan army
President Yoweri Museveni has asked the people of South Sudan to strive and attain absolute peace…
NRM trains headteachers on patriotism, CAF launches new African league, Museveni meets Army chiefs over Dr Congo
The NRM Secretary General, Rt. Hon Richard Todwong, on Sunday officially opened a 10-day retreat for…
Fresh from the garden to the market, how Uganda’s fruits and vegetable production can boost exports
Road side markets are a very common sight in Uganda. Travelers from any part of the…
Beth Mawumbe: The accidental revolutionary arrested for protecting Museveni
Beth Mawumbe was a simple primary school teacher, wife and mother who found herself a fugitive…
Decades later, Busoga still waiting for Lakwena defeat compensation
As Napoleon Bonaparte once said; history remembers kings and generals and the soldiers who actually fight…
Role of ICT as an Enabler in Industrialization: Uganda’s Journey to harnessing the use of ICT
By Steven Kirenga There is no doubt that Information communication technologies have the power to change…
Museveni pitches for investments in value addition as Turkey, Uganda boast of $71m trade volume
President Yoweri Museveni continues his message wooing foreign investors into Uganda. Earlier this month, the President…
Inside Museveni’s plan to permanently end cattle rustling in Karamoja
Over the last two years, Karamoja has experienced episodes of instability that has disrupted more than…
We shall not abandon our journey because of temporary disruptions from the foreign world – Museveni
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on Ugandans to support his government’s plans and persevere through…
US COMPANY SYMBION POWER ACCUSES SOUTH AFRICAN PAPER THE DAILY MAVERICK, OF DEFAMATION AND FAKE NEWS
A prominent U.S. energy company is taking legal action against a South African newspaper it accuses…
Mt Elgon region: Birth place of the Liberation Struggle
A number of narratives have been told about the struggle that led to the January 26,…
How telecoms in Uganda have maneuvered amidst challenging market conditions
The telecom industry is one of the most dynamic industries in Uganda. From the monopoly of…
What new strengths does the East African regional bloc gain from new members joining?
More than two years after the United Kingdom left the 23-member European Union in January 2020,…
Securing life and property of Ugandans is still the NRM government’s top priority
Since independence in 1963, Uganda just like many other African countries has suffered a series of…
Understanding the NRM government’s heavy investment in transport infrastructure
Unobstructed access to raw materials, market, capital, labor, and human resource is a mark of a…
The Parish Development Model: Why, what and How
On February 26, 2022, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni launched the Parish Development Model, a program designed…
A few things to consider as Uganda’s government seeks to grow fish exports
Fishing is one of the major economic activities in Uganda, contributing about 12 percent of agricultural…
Is private sector investment in sports facilities a lucrative venture?
On 3 March 2017, the African football governing body, CAF, cleared the then newly constructed St…
How Uganda’s strategy to expand market of 7 key products will stimulate economic recovery
It was a sigh of relief on January 24 when Uganda’s economy was fully reopened, ending…
The average Ugandan is 4 times richer than in 1986, says Secretary to the Treasury
If the 15.6 million Ugandans who lived in in 1986 agreed to share the country’s Gross…
Uganda demands better terms as it withdraws from coffee agreement, Ethiopia launches controversial dam, South Sudan woos Arab investors,
Uganda last week announced it was withdrawing its membership from the International Coffee Organisation (ICO). The…
Among assures Ugandans of Speaker Oulanyah’s health, Musevevni in Congo Brazaville-rallies African leaders on peace, NUP youth jump ship meet Museveni in Entebbe, Rwabogo leads export initiative, UPDF distances self from torture
The Deputy Speaker of Uganda’s Parliament Anite Among at the weekend assured Ugandans that her boss,…
Analysis: Equipping Uganda’s youth only way to tackle joblessness
Uganda must act now and quickly in order to adapt its workforce to the changing needs…
NSSF Bill: Savers to receive mid-term benefits, but who will pay the price?
President Yoweri Museveni last week assented to the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) (Amendment) Bill, 2021,…
How standoff between Museveni and MTN over license fees, espionage ended in Ugandans owning 15% of biggest teleco
On March 14, 2019, President Yoweri Museveni met with officials of the MTN Group from the…
Uganda’s beef has earned an honored place on tables across the world, what’s so special?
Last month, the President of the Senate of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) H.E. Modeste…
How FinTechs are disrupting Uganda’s financial services market
By Jimmy Ebong The Fintech industry is growing fast around the world including Uganda. Investments in…
NRM demand NUP candidate removes bandage to prove assault claims, UK becomes world Omicron epicenter, striking medics to resume work
Medical interns in Uganda last week agreed to resume work this week. The interns who have…
Reconciliation, roads and raids; DR Congo’s new multi-thronged approach to reign in on 60 years of instability
The ascension to power of Felix Tshisekedi as President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has…
When government launched Tulambule to boost domestic tourism through change in attitude
“Tourism is every one’s responsibility and therefore everyone should take keen interest in it,” Kiwanda Suubi,…
Museveni swings debate on climate change as COP26 is labelled a disappointment
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has given new direction to the debate on climate change, arguing that…
Uganda troops enter DR Congo to flush out ADF insurgents, Uganda-DRC road project takes off, Ethiopia fights back Tigray rebels, UK travel ban labelled wicked
The news in the past week was dominated by activity in the Democratic Republic of Congo.…
How Brexit, US-China tariff war debunked myth that Africa is a risky place to do business
In 2018, during a week-long trip to several African countries, then Prime Minister of the United…
An Insight into the China – Africa Relationship
By Awel Uwihanganye Since the turn of the millennium, China’s portfolio in Africa, hitherto negligible, has…
From crisis to prosperity programs; how lives of settlers are transforming in Uganda’s refugee camps
Over the years, Uganda has earned the reputation of having a progressive refugee policy, centred on…
Museveni unapologetic on killing of terror suspects, govt ready to vaccinate 21 million Ugandans, NSSF Bill ping pong continues with President meeting stakeholders, Burhan meets jailed Sudan Prime Minister, agree to move forward
President Yoweri Museveni has said his government will stop at nothing to end the spate of…
UK government eyes financing Uganda’s car making industry
UK Trade Envoy to Uganda Lord Dollar Popat on Monday November 15 met Dr Monica Musenero,…
A look at why pro athletes go broke after retiring.
By Mwayi Peter For many pro athletes, going broke after their careers have waned is a…
Terrorists are in panic; Museveni issues missive following November 16 Kampala twin blasts
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has said the two bombers behind the Tuesday morning attacks in Kampala…
I am dedicated to helping others as I was helped – Namayanja
Rose Namayanja Nsereko is the Deputy Secretary General of the ruling National Resistance Movement Organisation in…
Bars, beer makers spike uptake in vaccinations, East African states fight over job quotas, Museveni vows to catch ‘pigs’ killing Ugandans, President outlines Africa focused COP agenda
Beer makers Uganda Breweries Limited, Century Bottling Company, the makers of Coca Cola in Uganda, the…
KCCA’s new signing Emmanuel Wasswa anticipates stronger post-surgery recovery
Kampala Capital City Authority Football Club’s newly signed midfielder Emmanual Wasswa is hopeful he will return…
How Africa’s ‘strongmen’ have helped return peace to Sudan after 17 years
On March 28, 2021, the Government of Sudan signed an agreement with the Sudan’s People Liberation…
Chobe, a pearl within the Pearl of Africa
For many years now, the Source of the River Nile has been one of the biggest…
Kampala’s rapidly growing suburbs explain why businesses are closing shop
Over the last two years, Uganda’s capital city, Kampala is experiencing a transformation of its metropolitan…
Without Ugandan government’s UPE programme, all hope was lost for MP Ssemwanga
BY PETER MWAYI Born in 1986, as the National Resistance Army/Movement (NRA/M) shot their way into…