As a solution to empowering citizens to effectively demand transparency and accountability from duty bearers in Karamoja, the Karamoja Anti-Corruption Coalition (KACC) today organized a community Baraza in Nanduget Town Council in Moroto District. The meeting was attended by citizens and government officials from Moroto District. The Barazza discussion was ...

A chilling plot to kidnap a four-year-old girl for ritual sacrifice was foiled by the vigilant residents in Jinja City where the Uganda Police Force has arrested a 42-year-old man, Fazira Adam Mukulu, and his accomplice for what would have been a painful experience in the area. This incident comes on the heels of the […] The post Sacrifice In the Shadows: ...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today departed for Arusha, Tanzania, to join fellow regional leaders in celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the East African Community (EAC). The event, themed Promoting Trade, Sustainable Development and Peace and Security for Improved Livelihoods, highlights the region’s commitment to fostering integration and ...

A new chapter in Uganda’s rich cultural heritage took center stage with the official opening of the Semei Kakungulu Museum, located on the Gangama Hill in Mbale City. The ceremony, which took place in Kasanvu Cell, marked a significant milestone for both the region and the countrys tourism industry. Hon. Col. (Rtd) Tom Butime, the […] The post Semei ...

For many young adults in their 30s, the dream of owning a home is a significant milestone. It represents not just a place to live but a cornerstone for building a family. Yet, this dream can seem unattainable due to the common challenges of low income and the financial demands of starting a family or […] The post JOEL AITA:Building Your Own House Without ...

Lil Pazo, youre a gifted entertainer with undeniable talent. From the moment Enkundi hit the airwaves, you became a household name. Your storytelling and humor captured our hearts, and youve proven youre more than just a musician youre a full-package entertainer. But as a fan who admires your craft, I feel compelled to share […] The post Lil Pazo: ...

Musanze District, Rwanda A delegation of Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) military officers, led by the 2nd Infantry Division Commander, Brig Gen Paul Muhanguzi, has arrived in Musanze, northern Rwanda, for the third Proximity Commanders’ Meeting. The three-day conference, which began on November 28, 2024, aims to address security challenges along ...

A 57 year- old man has been arrested in Rukiga District for defiling a 4 year old girl. Alfred Rukundo, a resident of Kitaburaza cell, Nyakabungo ward, Muhanga town council, who allegedly had carnal knowledge with a four-year-old girl was also HIV Positive. According to the police report, the incident occurred on November 27, 2024, […] The post Rukiga: ...

Equity Bank Uganda Limited, the official bank partner of this years Top 100 Mid-sized Companies Survey, in partnership with KPMG and the Daily Monitor, has today announced the results of the Top 100 SME Survey, following four months of data collection and high-level interactions with SME owners and stakeholders. This year’s survey theme is “Empowering ...

Kampala, 28th November, 2024 – Centenary Bank, the largest commercial microfinance bank in Uganda recently partnered with the African Guarantee Fund to host the Green Finance Forum an event aimed at providing knowledge on awareness and opportunities in the green finance space. The forum brought together key sector players and industry partners for a round ...

The High Court’s Anti-Corruption Division has ruled that Minister of State for Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, Amos Lugolobi, must defend himself against charges of dealing with suspect property. Justice Jane Okuo Kajuga delivered the decision, concluding that the evidence presented by the prosecution was sufficient to warrant a response from ...

The State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU) has been awarded for their innovation- the Electronic Investors Protection Portal (EIPP). The unit was recognised with a special Award for its innovation that tackles a special problem in Africa during the Innovative Management Awards held during the 43rd African Association for Public Administration and ...

Patricia Ojangole, Managing Director of Uganda Development Bank (UDB), has once again been recognized for her exceptional leadership in driving sustainability. For the fourth consecutive year, Ojangole was awarded the prestigious Sustainability Leader of the Year Award at the Annual Karlsruhe Sustainable Finance Awards, solidifying her role as a leading ...

The ongoing controversy surrounding the Kyenjojo Road tender has thrust Hon. Richard Sebamala, MP for Bukoto Central, into an unwarranted spotlight. However, a deeper look into the facts reveals that the accusations against him are diversionarydesigned to distract from critical questions about the integrity of Ugandas procurement processes. This debate is ...

Andrew Kayemba, widely known as “Dog Makona,” a hawker in Bwaise, was arrested on June 3rd while traveling to Owino Market to sell plastic bags. Along the way, three police officers intercepted him, demanding money. When Kayemba explained he had none, he was struck and subsequently arrested. He now faces charges under an archaic law: […] The post ...

The Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has urged the leadership of the Uganda Red Cross Society to directly take the advocacy of the Attorney General to the Office of the Prime Minister and together work towards amending the Red Cross Act. The present law established in 1964 has turned obsolete and redundant in addressing the […] The post Speaker Among ...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged East African leaders to prioritize economic and political integration, warning that failure to unite could jeopardize the region’s future development. He made the remarks today during a meeting with Rt. Hon. Amason Kingi Jeffah, the Speaker of the Senate of Kenya, and his delegation at State House Entebbe. ...

During the District Integrity Promotion Forum organized by the Karamoja Anti-Corruption Coalition (KACC) in Napak District for civil servants, the area Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Mr. Odongo Milton, vowed to continue fighting corruption and increase service delivery in the Karamoja Sub region. The meeting aimed at promoting integrity among civil ...

Conflict is an inevitable part of any institution. Managed well, it can lead to growth and innovation; managed poorly, it can spell disaster and derail progress. This truth came to light recently at Kampala Parents School (KPS), when teachers staged a protest demanding higher pay. Rather than meeting the agitation with hostility, the schools proprietor, ...

The Kyenjojo Road project has become the latest flashpoint in Uganda’s infrastructure procurement controversies, with echoes of the infamous Katosi Road scandal looming large. The more than $100 million project was controversially awarded to Arab Contractors amidst protests from competing bidders who allege procedural irregularities and favoritism. These ...

On November 16, the Ugandan army conducted a military operation on Kenyan territory in the capital Nairobi, ignoring international deportation and repatriation procedures in which it arrested a veteran opposition politician, Dr Kizza Besigye. The development has since attracted global-scale reactions with the UN-Secretary General and major Western Countries ...

Uganda Convention Bureau (UCB), a unit under Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), has officially graduated a new cohort of MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events) industry professionals at a ceremony held yesterday at Hotel Africana in Kampala. The event marked the successful completion of an intensive 12-week training program for these 45 ...

For years, Gillian Kiconco, a dedicated young woman from Rubanda District, dreamed of making a difference in Ugandas agricultural sector. With a Diploma in Crop Production and a Bachelors in Crop Science, she had all the knowledge and passion but faced a harsh reality after graduation: there were no job opportunities. For four long years, […] The post ...

The U.S. Ambassador to Uganda, William Popp, has urged communities and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) to break the silence that perpetuates this global issue. Ambassador Popp made the call during a reception held on Tuesday evening at the U.S. Embassy in Kampala, marking the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence under the […] ...

Cash in transit commonly known as CIT is a service offered by major private security companies (PSOs) in Uganda. This service involves secuirty companies entering into commercial long or short agreements with either banks and other big trading companies that may need to move money from a point to point. CIT services are procured by […] The post SAMSON ...