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…
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- 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…
Police Arrest 12 Members of Infamous Japodola Gang in Mukono
According to authorities, the suspects include men and women from various professions, many of them working as casual laborers. Police in Mukono District have apprehended 12 individuals believed to be…
Fan Interrupts Tense Cranes Game to Proposal to Girlfriend on Namboole Turf
Fan Interrupts Tense match to propose to girlfriend on the middle of the field. Uganda Cranes edged neighbours South Sudan 1-0 in a Nations Cup qualified Friday evening and a…
Tayebwa pledges support as Shs367.7bn steel factory roars to life in Mbale Industrial Park
The deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa has pledged all the necessary support to Unisteel Investment Uganda Limited, a brand-new iron and steel manufacturing plant in Mbale Industrial Park. Speaking…