Allegations of voter misinformation have been reported in the community, prompting the Commission to take action. The Electoral Commission has taken steps to address concerns and allegations, including: a statements to clarify the polling process, Providing accurate information to voters, Ensuring the integrity of the electoral processes among many more. Speaking to media on Tuesday,…
The Presidential candidate for the National Resistance Movement party, General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has given a directive to the Uganda Wildlife Authority to allow pastoralists in Nakapiripirit district and Karamoja at large to graze on a portion of the Pian-Upe conservation area. This decision came after a request from Daniel Ochap Matovu, the NRM chairperson…
State Minister for Higher Education Dr John C Muyingo has apologised to the country over the recent disruptions in national examinations, assuring parents and candidates that the errors recorded were minimal and that corrective measures had already been implemented. Speaking at the NRM Secretariat in Kampala during a press conference about the gains achieved in…
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has admitted that some of its staff engage in corruption, fraud, and extortion of clients. The acknowledgment came during the Regional Integrity Forum, held under the theme: “Building a culture of integrity for sustainable revenue mobilization.” In his opening remarks, John Musinguzi Rujoki, URA Commissioner General, whose speech was read…
The Government of Uganda has secured new scholarships for 200 students who wish to pursue PhD studies at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, located in Durban-Westville, South Africa Paul Amoru Omiat, Uganda’s Ambassador to South Africa, said that these new scholarships are specifically intended for Ugandan nationals who want to further their education at the doctoral…
Uganda and Namibia have joined forces to showcase the wonderful diversity of Africa, utilizing the power of tourism to promote cultural exchange, drive economic growth, and foster sustainable development. The High Commissioner of Uganda to Namibia, Ambassador Paul Amoru, emphasized this shared goal during the Namibia/Uganda Tourism Roadshow in Windhoek. This groundbreaking event brings together…
Two Ugandan engineers who were kidnapped by South Sudanese soldiers a few months ago have been released following discussions involving the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba. The engineers, identified as Mr. Joachim Musinguzi and Mr. Julius Kitende, were freed after a meeting between Gen Muhoozi, and Gen Santino Deng Wol, his South Sudanese…
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, the role of elders in our communities is often overlooked. However, Tom Okello Ekol, the Otikokin Clan Chief of Dokolo County, has reminded youth of the valuable role that our elders play in our society. Speaking during a thanksgiving ceremony for 94-year-old Mzee Moses Okabo and his 93-year-old wife…
As schools gear up for the first term reopening, Amolatar District has taken a strategic step towards improving the quality of education in government-aided schools. The district has announced the transfer of 17 head teachers, six deputy head teachers, and 97 teachers in a bid to strengthen school leadership and enhance pupil learning. According to…
