Posts By Guest Writer
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2.1KOP-EDShould Government Regulate the Prices of Essential Goods and Rent? A Case for Protecting the Common Citizen
Uganda's market economy has delivered growth, but rising prices of essential goods and housing continue to squeeze ordinary citizens. This opinion explores...
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4.0KOP-EDThe Katungi case, a gallery of precedents: How America reaches across borders
From Viktor Bout and El Chapo to Manuel Noriega and Julian Assange, the Katungi extradition case fits into a long history of...
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979OP-EDGreen transport could drive Uganda’s next economic revolution
Uganda's transition to electric mobility presents a unique opportunity to reduce fuel dependence, create jobs, improve public health, and position the country...
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15.2KOP-EDMinister Balaam, your anti-corruption roadshow is missing the real sickness
While corruption must be confronted, Uganda's local governments are facing deeper structural challenges, including chronic underfunding, staffing shortages and bureaucratic bottlenecks. In...
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2.6KOP-EDSix Rules to Make You a Happier Ugandan
By Badru Walusansa I recently met an old acquaintance I hadn’t seen in years. In the past, we would debate everything, especially...
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15.9KOP-EDWho Grieves Last? Uganda’s Budget cannot ignore people who pay for it
As citizens, we are told that to fund this colossal apparatus, the tax net must expand. We are told to pay more....
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782OP-EDWhat if Kafeero had two sets of DNA?
Could an extremely rare genetic condition known as chimerism explain unusual DNA paternity results? This opinion piece examines the science behind one...
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741OP-EDBamasaba leaders must embrace laws that usher in the Umukuka or become a laughing stock
In this Op-Ed, Bugisu Cultural Institution spokesperson Steven Masiga argues that leadership disputes over the Umukuka should be resolved through Uganda's Constitution,...
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605FeaturesOvercoming global distribution barriers in healthcare, pharmaceuticals
While medical innovation continues to transform healthcare, millions of patients still struggle to access lifesaving medicines because of weaknesses in global distribution...
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763OP-EDA grassroots approach to curbing agrochemical misuse in Uganda
In a compelling Op-Ed, Tutilo Mudumba explores the growing misuse of agrochemicals in Uganda and proposes practical community-based solutions.
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444OP-EDThe Concept of Materialism Versus Idealism in Uganda’s Leadership and Political Structure
In this though-provoking Op-Ed, Political analyst Joel Musiba explores how the tension between materialism and idealism continues to shape leadership, elections, governance...
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698OP-EDBanyarwanda Citizenship Debate: Why Mukasa Mbidde is Wrong
Reading The East African, I wondered why a newspaper, which I used to rate highly, would lower its journalistic ethics and standards...
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819OP-EDWhy Data Center Infrastructure is growing at 10.5% CAGR worldwide
According to industry estimates, the global data center industry is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5...
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333OP-EDBagisu are hardworking people, cultural leadership must now provide the necessary guidance
As a community, we should reject politicians who seek to make a mockery of our collective efforts while benefiting from them. Together,...
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816OP-EDWhat URA’s new tax amendments mean for Uganda’s Energy and Minerals Sector
UCEM’s advice to members is unambiguous: treat June 30, 2027, as a hard deadline, not a soft suggestion, and use the window...
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644OP-EDOP-ED: Building a Reputation That Precedes You
In this opinion piece, Legal Scholar Kobusingye Chantal Flavia explores how etiquette, social media presence and intentional networking can help professionals build...
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736HealthThe Silent Threat: Understanding heart attacks and how to prevent them
A heart attack, medically known as a myocardial infarction, is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when blood flow to part of the...
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593OP-EDGovt ban on foreign firms in Murram road projects is positive news for Bazzukulu
In this Op-Ed, ONC researcher Ben Ssebuguzi argues that government's decision to reserve murram road contracts for Ugandan firms could create jobs,...
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634OP-EDHow Artificial Intelligence is reshaping learning outcomes across emerging economies
Countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America have increasingly adopted digital learning platforms that offer interactive lessons, language support, automated assessments, and...
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2.1KOP-EDOPINION: Why all Ugandans must join the fight against corruption
Corruption cannot be defeated by government alone. In this opinion piece, Albinious Twesigomwe argues that citizens must also examine their role in...
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524OP-EDThe Illusion of Safety: How Our Zebra Crossings are Failing Pedestrians
Uganda's zebra crossings are meant to protect pedestrians, but widespread disregard by motorists has turned them into danger zones. This opinion examines...
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OPINION: What lies beneath the Parish Development Model?
The Parish Development Model is designed to transition Uganda's rural poor into the money economy through enterprise development, financial inclusion and mindset...
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727OP-EDWhy cultural institutions hold the key to success of alternative justice system
In this write up, Legal scholar Steven Masiga argues that cultural institutions should play a central role in Uganda's Alternative Justice System...
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481OP-EDHealth First: Collective vigilance is key to defeating Ebola
Prince Obed argues that collective vigilance, discipline and public cooperation remain essential to defeating the current Ebola outbreak and protecting communities.