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- OPINION & COMMENTARY , Uncategorized
- October 12, 2024
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It’s high time to turn the “Right to Foods” for a healthy, nutritious and affordable diet into reality
This year the theme for World Food Day is “Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future.” It’s a timely reminder that all people have the right…
- OPINION & COMMENTARY
- October 12, 2024
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Uganda govt’s role in poverty eradication, job creation, and economic growth
By Michael Woira As Uganda marks another Independence Day, it’s important to reflect on the strides the government has made in addressing poverty, creating jobs, boosting exports, and striving toward…
Preserving Uganda’s Musical Legacy: The Story Behind the Janzi
James Ssewakiryanga, better known as Ssewa Ssewa, created the Janzi to be part of the long-standing tradition of instruments played during both joyful and sorrowful occasions. Uganda is home to…
Takeover Highlights Critical Challenges for Girls in Crisis
This year’s focus was on addressing the pressing issues girls face, particularly in the West Nile region. In commemoration of International Day of the Girl Child, Plan International Uganda hosted…
PPDA Opens Shs3.5bn Regional Office in Mbarara
The office aims to bring services closer to the people, focusing on local governments and public procurement processes. The Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) has opened…
- JUSTICE, LAW & ORDER , NATIONAL
- October 12, 2024
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Judiciary Annual Performance Report: CJ Dollo bemoans understaffing
Chief Justice Owiny-Dollo expressed concern over the severe understaffing within the Judiciary, noting that only 655 judicial officers serve Uganda’s 45 million citizens. The Judiciary of Uganda has released its…
- ENVIRONMENT , NATIONAL
- October 12, 2024
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Corruption Fueling Rampant Environmental Destruction, Warns Transparency International
The findings expose that enforcement officers are accepting bribes in the form of money, foodstuffs, and even sexual favors to permit illegal activities in protected areas, including wetlands, forests, and…
- NATIONAL , PARLIAMENT
- October 12, 2024
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MPs Reject Tax Exemptions Worth Billions of Shillings
Several companies are seeking tax pardon worth Billions of Shillings but legislator’s say there is no reason why they should be pampered. Parliament’s Finance Committee has rejected tax exemption requests…
- HEALTH , NATIONAL , PARLIAMENT
- October 12, 2024
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Parliament Fast-Tracks Implementation of Amended Public Procurement Act
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…
17 years of service: 2007 cadet intake of Police officers celebrates a milestone
By Mugarura Steven Rukwengye On October 5, 2024, a momentous reunion was held at the Grand Global Hotel in Kampala, where the 2007 cadet intake of police officers gathered to…