All posts tagged "News"

The Importance of Inclusivity in the ‘Transition’ Debate for Ugandans; Say No to a Forced Transition

By Hakim Kyeswa Since the 2021 elections, in which President Museveni emerged victorious despite the electoral manipulation by the National Unity Platform...

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Uganda Airlines flags off inaugural flights to Abuja, route to promote trade, bilateral relations

Entebbe, (UG):- Uganda’s national carrier, Uganda Airlines Thursday launched its inaugural direct flight to Abuja, Nigeria’s capital in a move aimed at...

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Will PLU step into NRM’s shoes in the near future?

By Edgar Barigye Kugonza A friend and staunch DP supporter a few years ago shared with me his intriguing voting strategy. He...

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Immigration disowns Rugiirwa’s diplomatic passport, summons him to explain source

Kampala, (UG):- The Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control (DCIC) has summoned Mr Rugiirwa Katatumba, the son of a former Pakistan ambassador,...

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Kisoro to name Shaza Stadium after the late Sarah Mateke

Kisoro, (UG);- Kisoro district councillors have unanimously passed a motion to name the proposed Shaza stadium after the late Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi,...

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Museveni to attend 5th Private Sector CEO retreat in Kampala

Kampala, (UG):- President Museveni is set to grace the 5th Biannual Private Sector CEO Retreat as the chief guest, with the retreat...

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Mitooma ONC Coordinator consents with Hajjat Namyalo: A Bold Voice Against Transition

In a show of unwavering resolve, Elite Abemigisha Bob Mitooma, the Office of the National Chairman (ONC) Coordinator, has boldly aligned with...

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Crime

JINJA: Police arrest conman masquerading as policeman to steal from civilians

Jinja, (UG):- The territorial police in Jinja have arrested a man in connection with conning residents in Jinja city and the surroundings...

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If PIASCY succeeded, what is failing PDM?

By Lukanga Samuel While PDM was good news in the aftermath of the 2021 general elections, for those who looked ahead, three...

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New Nurses & Midwives board urged to uphold ethical standards and conduct

Kampala, (UG):- The Minister of State for Health in charge of General Duties, Hon Anifa Kawooya Bangirana has challenged the newly inaugurated...

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Rugiirwa under fire as Ugandans petition immigration over his ‘illegally obtained’ diplomatic passport

Kampala, (UG):- Concerns are mounting over why Ugandan businessman Rugiirwa Katatumba, whose name has been linked to various financial scandals, holds a...

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Markh Investments donates two Motorcycles towards ONC Wakiso Empowerment Drive

Kampala, (UG):- As preparations gear up for the Bazzukulu Empowerment campaign in Wakiso, the Office of NRM National Chairman (ONC) has received two...

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Activists call out govt to enable environment for Industrialization to thrive

Kampala, (UG):- Government has been challenged to make concerted efforts to create an enabling environment if Uganda’s economy is to soar through...

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Op-Ed: Museveni used diplomatic muscle in NAM Summit to promote Uganda

By Ben Ssebuguzi Two Nations who trade with each other become reciprocally dependent: for if one has an interest in buying, the...

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National

Kiryandongo unveils online tax system to ease revenue collection

Kiryandongo District local government on Thursday launched the Integrated Revenue Administration System-IRAS which will help in improving the local revenue performance. The...

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Crime

Kibuku couple murdered in cold blood, police speak out

Kibuku, (UG):- The police in Kibuku have launched investigations into the gruesome murder of a couple whose bodies were found lying in...

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Africa

Namibia’s President Hage Geingob dies aged 82

Windhoek, (NM):- Namibia’s President Hage Geingob died early Sunday in a hospital in Windhoek, the presidential office said in a statement. He...

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Football

U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Uganda, Cameroon share honors in 1-1 draw of first leg fixture

2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup QualifiersFirst Round, First LegUganda 1-1 Cameroon Uganda’s U-17 Women’s National Team and Cameroon battled to a...

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Teacher struck dead by Lightning in Iganga

Iganga, (UG): A primary school teacher at Nambale P/S in Nambale sub-county, Iganga District died on Friday after he was struck by...

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Namyalo’s empowerment campaign beneficiaries thank Museveni for changing their lives through ONC

Kampala, (UG): Hajjat Hadijah Uzieye Namyalo, the head of the Office of the National Chairman (ONC) of NRM has started to realize...

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Inside MP Kagabo’s meeting with Museveni and plan to join NRM

Kampala, (UG): Following months of publicly expressing his political affair with the ruling National Resistance Movement and its members, Bukoto South MP,...

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