Few days after President Yoweri Museveni launched the environmental protection campaign at Kitebi Senior Secondary School in Rubaga Division Kampala, with the aim to plant more than 1000,000 trees across the country in an effort to conserve the environment, the same drive has been wide spread to West Nile region last week . The development […] The post ...

Recently, a video of an unidentified Muslim man who is reported to have visited one of the Islamic countries in the Middle East went viral on social media. While many of his colleagues prayed to Allah for sound health, peace and wealth, he took a video of himself clad in full Islamic attire launching scathing […] The post GASHEGU MULAMIRA: How ONCs ...

About three weeks ago, I was shocked when I read an article from a colleague of mine advocating for the legalization of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in Uganda the Pearl of Africa. The Bazzukulu generation (omulembe oguva mubalwanyi) must be extremely thoughtful to champion the approach of prioritizing what is good for Uganda and rejecting […] The ...

LIKE an Australian writer and a medical practitioner Peter David Goldsworthy once said that, we must know when to move on, to search too long for perfection can also paralyze, Lango is inviting neighboring Kenyan politician and businessman Raila Amolo Odinga and South African King Misuzulu Sinqobile kaZwelithini to grace the coronation of the Lango […] ...

The Minister of Internal Affairs, the Honourable Major General (Rtd) Kahinda Otafiire, yesterday delivered a lecture to the second cohort of course members at the National Defence College Uganda. During his lecture, he emphasized that providing security for Uganda requires a collaborative effort from all stakeholders. Security is now a basic necessity. ...

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), the national intellectual property office, seized the occasion of World Intellectual Property Day to champion the cause of innovators crafting sustainable technologies. This proclamation marked a pivotal moment in Uganda’s journey towards fostering creativity, protecting intellectual property rights, and ...

Negotiators from approximately 175 countries gathered in the serene surroundings of the Canadian capital, Ottawa, embarking on a crucial mission to craft an international treaty aimed at stemming the tide of plastic pollution wreaking havoc on our planet’s ecosystems. The urgency of their task was palpable, as this marked the fourth round of negotiations ...

The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities started the Miss Tourism project to boost domestic travel, but it has since become embroiled in accusations of corruption and poor administration. This is a shocking revelation. Once Moses Zikusooka brought the initiative back to life in 2013 and the late minister Maria Mutagamba gave her support, things ...

IPSOS Uganda, a leading market and social research company, has released the WAVE II National Audience Measurement Survey (NAMS) Results which provides media owners, advertisers and marketing professionals with valuable insights into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the media industry’s landscape. The NAMS data is used for ...

Cardinal Emmanuel Wamala has been named among the five oldest cardinals in the world who have had a profound impact on the Catholic Church. In the video released by Vatican media, Cardinal Wamala is featured at key functions in his public life with some of his Ugandan public figures, including President Museveni, the Archbishop of […] The post Wamala ...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has commended the recently appointed Minister of State for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Hon. Dr. Lillian Aber for proving that being disadvantaged at birth is not a disability. Hon. Aber, who is also the Woman Member of Parliament for Kitgum District, comes from a very humble background and growing up, […] ...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has commended the retiring Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Generals for believing in the vision of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and serving their country diligently. I want to congratulate you, the generals who are retiring. You were young people in 1979 and subsequently but believed in the vision of the ...

In the Chronicles of revolutionary movements like NRA, RPF, ANC, the sacred doctrine of popular supremacy , guides the venerable course of organisations. The New Assistant Resident District Commissioners/ City Commissioners , with an insurmountable task of field mobilization, in constituencies, counties and Subcounties , will have to guide the masses on the ...

In a riveting legal saga that captivated international attention, thirty-two Kenyan individuals, among them seven children, have emerged victorious after securing their release from a 20-year prison sentence imposed by a Ugandan court martial. The dramatic turn of events unfolded following a meticulously fought appeal that unearthed significant ...

The Parliamentary committee on trade found itself ensnared in a quagmire of confusion and discord as efforts to realign the activities of the trade and tourism ministries spiraled into disarray, casting a dark shadow over the deliberation of the 2024/25 budget estimates. The much-anticipated meeting convened on Thursday, heralded as a pivotal moment in ...

In a deeply moving tribute to the late Joan Kagezi, former state prosecutor, Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Anita Among hailed her as an indomitable defender of justice, a beacon of the rule of law, and a courageous warrior against transnational organized crime. Kagezi’s profound impact and enduring legacy were honored during the Seventh memorial […] ...

At least 14 parish chiefs and Community Development Officers (CDOs) in Rubanda district were yesterday arrested for neglecting their duties related to the Parish Development Model (PDM) program. The arrests were made based on reports that these officials failed to upload beneficiary names and details to the Parish Development Model Information System ...

The State Minister of Finance, Henry Musasizi has blasted the opposition for spending time in politicking while their supporters are suffering with economic hardships. Hon. Musasizi who doubles as Rubanda East Mp, was today speaking at Kitanga Catholic Parish in Rukiga District during the Send off Ceremony of the late Dr. Pius Ruhemurana, former Mayor […] ...

The Office of the National Chairman Manager Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo on Friday made a statement in Bunyoro Region as the Kyambogo based office donated out hundreds of empowerment tools to the Bazzukulu in Bunyoro Sub Region. The event, which attracted tens of thousands of Bazzukulu took place at Bweyale Church of Uganda Primary School Grounds, […] The post ...

KAMPALA – Salaam Bank Uganda, a provider of Shariah-compliant financial services, has been named the Best New Islamic Bank in 2023 at the prestigious Islamic Finance News (IFN) Global Awards 2024. This coveted global award recognizes the bank’s commitment to providing innovative and customer-centric shariah-compliant financial solutions, as well as its ...

The flag bearers and mobilizers in Namutumba under the National Unity Platform- NUP have crossed to the National Resistance Movement- NRM party as the 2026 Presidential & Parliamentary- elections hit up. Led by Yusufu Dabada, the former Busiki MP contestant in the 2021 general elections, the team was presented to NRM party Vice Chairman, Hon […] The post ...

Leaders in Greater Ankore have commended President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his vision of skilling the youths in the region in order to curb unemployment. I take this opportunity to thank President Museveni for his foresighted dream of skilling the youths to become job creators rather than job seekers. I also thank the First Lady […] The post Ankore ...

Today, there is a crisis of some sort happening in our country where business people are at loggerheads with government especially URA (Uganda Revenue Authority), the body entrusted with collecting taxes and gather revenues. Every year the taxable base is narrowing- because of unreasonable tax demands shutting down many traders- therefore forcing URA ...

In a resounding display of solidarity and dedication to the fight against malaria, the U.S. Mission Uganda marked World Malaria Day with a series of events and initiatives aimed at bolstering Uganda’s malaria control efforts. Led by Ambassador William Popp, the mission underscored its unwavering commitment to supporting Ugandans in their battle against ...

In a significant shift in infrastructure strategy, the Ugandan government has announced a renewed focus on the maintenance of existing roads over the construction of new ones. This decision, articulated by the Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Katumba Wamala, during his statement to Parliament on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, underscores the pressing need ...