All posts tagged "featured"

ULS demands withdrawal of Sovereignty Bill financial certificate over legal breaches

According to ULS Vice President Asiimwe Anthony, the certificate lacks the “comprehensive, balanced, and evidence-based analysis” required before Parliament can proceed with...

Business

Emirates rolls out high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi on A380 fleet

The first upgraded A380 returned to Dubai this week after installation and certification in the United Kingdom, marking a major leap in...

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Dozens feared missing after canoe carrying 40 passengers capsizes in Kagadi

Police say those believed to have died in the boat accident are mainly charcoal burners and farmers who had crossed to Kikuube...

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Gov’t orders resumption of trade order enforcement

Local Govt Minister, Raphael Magyezi instructed Chief Administrative Officers, Town Clerks, and city authorities to restore order in urban areas by relocating...

Among used Muhoozi birthday to mobilise MPs for Speakership – Namuganza

The Bukono County MP-elect, who is also contesting for the Speakership, alleges that the PLU birthday party was instead turned into a...

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Features

Uganda boasts growth in key wildlife species, UWA Report shows

The findings indicate encouraging trends in the recovery of species such as Ugandan kobs, buffaloes, impalas, elephants, and zebras, alongside progress in...

“A country without reserves is not sovereign” – BoU warns on Sovereignty Bill risks

Appearing before Parliament Committee on Monday, BoU Governor Atingi-Ego cautioned that the Bill risks triggering economic shocks by restricting financial inflows, including...

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Football

PSG edge Bayern 5-4 in Champions League semi-final epic

The first half alone was crazy, with Harry Kane giving Bayern the lead from a penalty only for Kvaratskhelia to equalise before...

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East Africa

Uganda hands ARFSD leadership to Mauritius, keeps Bureau role

Mauritius, represented by H.E. Fabrice David, now assumes the chairmanship of the Bureau of Ministers, taking over from Uganda after a tenure...

ONC’s Namyalo rallies Ugandans for Museveni’s swearing-in, hints at new term priorities

Namyalo said the new Kisanja will focus on strengthening implementation of key government programmes, particularly the Parish Development Model, which remains central...

At the top of the list is Sudhir Ruparelia, a veteran businessman whose empire remains unparalleled in Uganda.

Business

Real Estate Mogul, Sudhir Ruparelia named Uganda Property Development Champion

The award, conferred by Public Opinions, recognizes Sudhir's contribution to sustainable and innovative property development, positioning him among leading figures shaping Uganda’s...

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Featured

Serena Hotel staff remanded over theft of $12,000 gift for President Salva Kiir

The suspect, William Ssemata, 39, a resident of Nansana in Wakiso District, appeared before Grade One Magistrate Rophine Achayo at Buganda Road...

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Mao proposes delay of MPs induction until Speaker is elected

According to Mao, the induction is a critical process meant to equip MPs, many of whom are entering Parliament for the first...

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Parliament

Museveni appoints Michael Tusiime Director of Public Expenditure at Parliament

In his new position, Tusiime will oversee the Directorate of Public Expenditure Accountability, a critical arm within Parliament tasked with supporting MPs...

News

No Internship, No Degree: Gov’t insists on mandatory internship before medical graduation

Government says the reforms are also a response to structural challenges in medical training, including a sharp rise in training institutions.

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Supreme Court orders errant Kasasa family members to pay costs to Muteesa II family in Mutungo land dispute

The duo, represented by Kiiza & Co Advocates alongside former Attorney General Mwesigwa Rukutana, had petitioned the court seeking an injunction to...

Parliament approves UGX84 Trillion Budget amid debt concerns

According to the approved estimates, government will spend UGX33.6 trillion, about 40 percent of the total budget, on debt servicing, highlighting the...

Education

Hormisdallen founder, Kizito Mukalazi, leaves lasting legacy on Uganda’s education sector

Mukalazi founded Hormisdallen Schools on February 12, 1986, at a time when private primary education in Uganda was still developing. What began...

Current Affairs

Uganda rolls out Injectable HIV Prevention drug at Lira Hospital

Uganda has made notable progress in reducing HIV prevalence over the years, but new infections, particularly among adolescents and young adults, remain...

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Featured

Tycoon Sudhir injects UGX 100m into Gen Muhoozi ‘Run for Hope’ charity drive

Funds raised through kit sales and donations are expected to be channelled into these causes. However, beyond its charitable framing, the event...

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Museveni praises Gen Muhoozi’s ‘Resistance Roots’ in 52nd birthday tribute

Kampala, Uganda: President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has paid tribute to his son, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, describing him as a product of Uganda’s...

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LIST: Eight MPs Uganda lost during the 11th Parliament

The losses span across political divides, with the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) losing four members, while the National Unity Platform (NUP)...