Gender equality is a recognized fundamental human right, yet significant disparities remain. The World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2023 reveals that it will take 131 years to close the gender gap in economic participation and opportunity. Currently, women occupy only 26% of leadership positions and earn just 63% of what men make for…
Contracts below Shs10 million at local government levels and Shs30 million at central government level, will be reserved exclusively for youth, women, and PWDs. KAMPALA – Parliament has taken decisive steps to accelerate the implementation of the newly amended Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets (PPDA) Act, 2024, which seeks to secure procurement contracts…
By Ouni Jaspher KAMPALA – The Uganda People’s Congress, UPC, Parliamentary Committee has rejected a decision by the Patriotic League of Uganda, PLU, to oust party president Jimmy James Michael Akena Obote and install Dennis Adim Enap in his place. The rift came to the public on Wednesday when PLU leadership, at a hastily-convened news…
The theme for Uganda’s 62nd Independence Anniversary, “A Recommitment to Secure and Fortify Our Destiny,” signifies more than just celebrating past achievements. By Mike Segawa It calls for a renewed focus on empowering the youth and building a sustainable future. As Uganda stands at a critical juncture with 75% of its population under the age…
Mpox cases in Nakasongola District have risen from 21 to 24 cases as of today Wednesday, 9th. The sharp increase is particularly concentrated in Lwampanga, where 16 of the reported cases come from Lwampanga Town Council and Lwampanga Sub-County. The escalation has been attributed to the lifestyle in the landing site communities, which involve prostitution…
The Joint Staff Association on Monday resolved to withdraw their service as they heightened demands for Shs12.6bn salary arrears to be harmonised. Makerere University’s management has issued a detailed response to the Joint Staff Associations’ decision to withdraw their services. The staff’s action was triggered by dissatisfaction with ongoing salary harmonisation efforts, but the university’s…
Professor Augustus Nuwagaba urged the nation to reflect on the gap between political and economic independence. He emphasized that independence goes beyond local political leadership. As Uganda prepares to celebrate its 62nd independence anniversary, the journey to true economic self-reliance remains a significant challenge, despite decades of political freedom shared by Uganda and many other…
BBC |Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock has died at the age of 31. The England-born Greece international was found dead in the swimming pool of his house in Glyfada, southern Athens. Police attempted to resuscitate Baldock at the scene but he could not be revived and medical emergency units confirmed his death, Reuters news…
Local health authorities, district officials, and international organizations are collaborating to curb the spread of the virus, but urgent support is needed. Nakasongola District is facing a growing health crisis, with 21 confirmed cases of Mpox and nine additional suspected cases currently under investigation. Local health authorities, district officials, and international organizations are collaborating to…
Dani Cuesta posted photographs of himself outside the home of Peter Lim, the billionaire owner of Valencia CF, holding a banner criticising the business magnate. BBC | A Spanish couple on their honeymoon in Singapore have been detained after protesting against the Singaporean owner of the football club they support. Dani Cuesta posted photographs of…
