All posts tagged "National News"
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125NationalNamisindwa LCV-Elect Bwayo calls for post-election unity among leaders
Namisindwa LCV Chairperson-elect Bwayo Emma has urged newly elected leaders to use the Lenten and Ramadan fasting period for reconciliation and unity,...
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186Latest NewsIOM, Partners form committee to strengthen Uganda–DRC border cooperation
IOM and regional leaders have launched a Standing Cross Border Committee to strengthen Uganda–DRC cooperation, prevent conflict and promote stability in West...
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391NationalTayebwa courts Antigua for tourism, coffee market
Hon Thomas Tayebwa, has called for stronger bilateral relations between Uganda and Antigua and Barbuda, urging closer cooperation in tourism, trade and...
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271NationalHeavy hailstorm kills two children, destroys homes in Pallisa
Two children were killed after a fierce hailstorm devastated Kibale Town Council in Pallisa on Saturday, leaving homes destroyed and families in...
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372NewsNBS Journalist Kitone laid to rest as media fraternity demands safer roads
NBS TV journalist Julius Kitone was Monday laid to rest in Rakai after fatal Mbarara–Lyantonde road crash, as colleagues renew calls for...
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273NewsZombo HIV Forum boss who led 46,000 tests passes on
Zombo’s HIV Forum is mourning the passing of General Secretary Charles Orwinya, a respected expert client who championed HIV testing and treatment...
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610Crime32 arrested over drug use, phone snatching amid public outcry over street crime
Police have arrested 32 suspects in a night crackdown in Kyengera targeting drug abuse and street theft following growing public concern over...
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493NationalUganda, DR Congo sign peace pact to secure shared border
Uganda and DR Congo adopt key resolutions in Zombo District to strengthen border security, promote peaceful coexistence, formalise demarcation, and boost cross-border...
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727NationalGrade III teachers given four-year ultimatum to attain degrees
Zombo education officials have urged Grade III teachers to upgrade to bachelor’s degrees as Uganda’s National Teacher Policy transition deadline approaches.
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434NewsZombo residents protest health hazards from Paidha dumpsite
Residents in Zombo have raised alarm over severe health and environmental risks caused by the poorly managed Paidha Town Council dumping site...
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383NationalLow pupil turnout reported in Pallisa as first term begins
Pallisa District recorded low pupil turnout as schools reopened for Term One, with officials blaming parental delays and traditional first-week attitudes.
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782NewsMystery surrounds cold murder of UCU Dean Pamela Tumwebaze
UCU Dean of Students Pamela Tumwebaze who was killed in a night attack at her home in Mukono, has left unanswered questions...
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450NewsLIST: Nine Independent seek cooperation With NRM in 12th parliament
Nine independent-leaning MPs have expressed interest in cooperating with the NRM, strengthening the ruling party’s position ahead of the 12th Parliament.
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454NewsThree family members killed in fatal collision on Nebbi–Arua highway
Three members of the same family were killed in a fatal collision involving a Link Bus and a motorcycle on the Nebbi–Arua...
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368NationalMuseveni aide Ewichu credits mobilisation as Teso boosts NRM vote share
Judith Ewichu Apilo has praised Teso voters for improving President Museveni’s election performance, citing strong mobilisation and renewed commitment to protecting government...
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301NewsBugisu cultural institution rejects Ssabaruli mediation offer in leadership dispute
Bugisu Cultural Institution has rejected a mediation offer by the Ssabaruli, insisting its leadership dispute is before court and warning against interference...
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562NationalTwo killed in tragic crash after car rams intoculvert on Iganga–Mbale highway
Two people died in a tragic early morning road accident on the Iganga–Mbale highway in Kibuku District after their car lost control...
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705Fact-CheckNo appointments yet to NRM CEC as Historicals – State House
State House has dismissed reports that President Museveni appointed Kadaga, Otafiire and Muhwezi as new “historicals” to the NRM CEC, saying no...
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540Big StoryEXPOSED: How UGX50bn disaster funds vanished in thin air at OPM
The Auditor General Report has revealed that a total of UGX50.17bn released to the Office of the Prime Minister for disaster management...
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641Big StoryMuseveni taps Ethiopian aviation guru Girma Wake to fix Uganda Airlines mess
President Museveni yesterday met Ethiopian aviation veteran Girma Wake over an interim role at Uganda Airlines as the national carrier searches for...
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536NationalWorld Wetlands Day: Cultural institutions urged to champion wetland conservation
Cultural institutions worldwide have been urged to lead wetland conservation efforts, with experts highlighting wetlands as vital carbon sinks and cultural heritage...
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581NewsGovt injects over Shs370m to address water dam crisis in Nebbi
Uganda's Government has injected Shs371 million through UNCDF to construct water dams in Kucwiny Sub-county, Nebbi District, aiming to address water shortages...
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793Big StoryUNEB proposes scrapping PLE aggregate system to curb exam malpractice
UNEB has proposed scrapping the PLE aggregates grading system, saying obsession with perfect scores is fuelling exam malpractice and criminal conduct in...
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876NewsNRM’s Peter Abrahams secures second term as Kotido Mayor
NRM's Peter Abrahams Irar has been re-elected Kotido Municipality Mayor after defeating two independent challengers in Tuesday’s polls.