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Commissioner Seku emphasizes patriotism and hard work among students
The Commissioner of the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps (NSPC), Ms. Hellen Seku, has called on students to embrace patriotism, discipline, and hard work as key pillars for national development.…
WADADA ROGERS: The AG’s opinion on the fate of persons convicted under the impugned sections of the Computer Misuse Act and the amendments is not only erroneous but misleading
The Attorney General (AG) of Uganda has in a lengthy opinion advised against appealing the Constitutional Court decision that struck down the Computer Misuse (Amendment) Act, 2022 over procedural breaches.…
Northern Uganda Farmers Urged to Embrace Research-Driven Technologies
Gulu City, March 29, 2026 — Farmers in Northern Uganda have been…
BWANIKA JOSEPH: Ugandans in Diaspora face a narrow window to challenge the unfair proposed taxation
As the Government of Uganda continues to struggle with economic pressures, a…
Sudhir Ruparelia Gifts Wheelchair to 104-Year-Old Esther Amoding at Rajiv Memorial Eye Camp in Bukedea
In a deeply emotional climax at the three-day Rajiv Ruparelia Memorial Free…
Stanbic Bank lights up Kabalye Police training facility with UGX100m solar equipment
MASINDI: In recent years, inadequate lighting has been a major challenge at…
Uganda’s Hope Ssengooba Re-Elected Assistant Secretary General of Pan-African Postal Union
Kampala – Uganda’s Jessica Hope Ssengooba has been re-elected Assistant Secretary General of…
WhatsApp to Hide Phone Numbers Behind Usernames in 2026: Privacy Boost or New Spam Frontier?
Kampala — Millions of Ugandans who rely on WhatsApp for everything from…
Uganda Unveils AI Robotic Tour Guide ‘Okello’ in Tourism-Tech Breakthrough
Uganda’s tourism sector has taken a bold leap into the future with…
Creditinfo Rolls Out Advanced eKYC and Fraud Detection Platform in Uganda to Strengthen Fight Against Financial Crime
Global credit information and risk management firm Creditinfo has launched a new…
Northern Uganda Farmers Urged to Embrace Research-Driven Technologies
Gulu City, March 29, 2026 — Farmers in Northern Uganda have been urged to embrace research-driven agricultural technologies as a pathway to increased productivity and household incomes. According to Frank…
Uganda’s lifeline tariff sparks inclusive growth
Uganda’s push for inclusive development has received a major boost with the…
TRAGIC LOSS: Actress Esteri Tebandeke Dies After Kidney Transplant Despite Husband’s Sacrifice
TRAGIC LOSS: Ugandan Actress Esteri Tebandeke Dies After Kidney Transplant Despite Husband’s Sacrifice and Presidential Support KAMPALA – The Ugandan film industry is mourning the untimely death of actress Esteri…
Natasha Karugire: Emerged as Uganda’s Sweetheart First Daughter
Natasha Karugire: Uganda’s Sweetheart First Daughter In Uganda’s political landscape, where the…
OPEN LETTER TO THE PRESIDENT: The Fastest Road to a 500 Billion Dollar Uganda and a Stronger East Africa starts in the Classroom
To: His Excellency Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of…
IBRAHIM KASITA: The Social Pulse: How Uganda’s Public Amenities Tariff Powers Hospitals, Lights Streets, and Sustains Essential Services
THE SOCIAL PULSE: Decoding the Role of the Public Amenities Tariff in…
State House Comptroller Barekye opens patriotism development course at Kitebi SS
The State House Comptroller, Ms. Jane Barekye yesterday officially launched the Patriotism…
TRAGIC LOSS: Actress Esteri Tebandeke Dies After Kidney Transplant Despite Husband’s Sacrifice
TRAGIC LOSS: Ugandan Actress Esteri Tebandeke Dies After Kidney Transplant Despite Husband’s…
ENG. ASIIMWE JONARD: The Helmsman of History: President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the Strategic Imperative of the East African Community’s Destiny!
The election of Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on March 7, 2026 as Chairperson of the East African Community (EAC) is not…
Mzee Okori’s Final Bow: Late Speaker Oulanyah’s Father Dies at 97 on Son’s Death Anniversary
GULU – A solemn cloud has descended over the Acholi sub-region and…
DR. SAMUEL B. ARIONG: Norbert Mao is wrong on alleged “dysfunction” of Uganda’s 11th parliament
Recent press remarks attributed to Norbert Mao describing Uganda’s 11th Parliament under…
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WADADA ROGERS: The AG’s opinion on the fate of persons convicted under the impugned sections of the Computer Misuse Act and the amendments is not only erroneous but misleading
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Commissioner Seku emphasizes patriotism and hard work among students
The Commissioner of the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps (NSPC), Ms. Hellen Seku, has called on students to embrace patriotism,…
WADADA ROGERS: The AG’s opinion on the fate of persons convicted under the impugned sections of the Computer Misuse Act and the amendments is not only erroneous but misleading
The Attorney General (AG) of Uganda has in a lengthy opinion advised against appealing the Constitutional Court decision that struck…
Northern Uganda Farmers Urged to Embrace Research-Driven Technologies
Gulu City, March 29, 2026 — Farmers in Northern Uganda have been urged to embrace research-driven agricultural technologies as a…
Sudhir Ruparelia Gifts Wheelchair to 104-Year-Old Esther Amoding at Rajiv Memorial Eye Camp in Bukedea
In a deeply emotional climax at the three-day Rajiv Ruparelia Memorial Free Eye Health Camp, billionaire Dr Sudhir Ruparelia personally…
BWANIKA JOSEPH: Ugandans in Diaspora face a narrow window to challenge the unfair proposed taxation
As the Government of Uganda continues to struggle with economic pressures, a new proposal to tax citizens in the diaspora…
Stanbic Bank lights up Kabalye Police training facility with UGX100m solar equipment
MASINDI: In recent years, inadequate lighting has been a major challenge at the Police National Training School Kabalye, affecting evening…
Uganda’s Hope Ssengooba Re-Elected Assistant Secretary General of Pan-African Postal Union
Kampala – Uganda’s Jessica Hope Ssengooba has been re-elected Assistant Secretary General of the Pan-African Postal Union (PAPU) during the 11th…
Ugandan Tourism Icon Amos Wekesa Wins African Cultural & Eco-Tourism Award in Ghana
Kampala, Uganda – Uganda’s tourism sector has registered a major milestone after renowned tourism entrepreneur Amos Masaba Wekesa, founder and CEO…
EDRINE BENESA: Mega Investment in Irrigation to Curb Reliance on Rain Water
If agriculture is the backbone of Uganda’s economy, then water is the lifeblood—and President Museveni is making sure that lifeblood…
NRM Parliamentary Caucus Backs FY 2026/2027 Budget Priorities and Proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus has today resolved to support the government's budget priorities for the Financial Year…
Sheena Ruparelia Leads Bukedea Eye Camp Drive, Targets 5,000 in Honor of Rajiv Ruparelia
BUKEDEA, UGANDA – Thousands of residents from Bukedea and the wider Teso sub-region thronged Bukedea Hospital on Friday as the…
Valuation of 17 properties recovered from corrupt public officials to take one month, says Chief Government Valuer
The Chief Government Valuer, Mr. Gilbert Kermundu, yesterday revealed that valuation of 17 properties which the Inspector General of Government (IGG)…
Uncertainty for Museveni as NRM Cadres Protest Haruna Kasolo’s Political Promotion
After being despised and dismissed as crude, too local, aloof and unsophisticated, Kyotera-born politician Haruna Kasolo late last year proved…
Police confirm arrest of tiktoker Ken Mukalakasa over homosexuality
Kampala Metropolitan Police have confirmed the arrest of Nyanzi Kenneth Lukyamuzi, also known as Mukalakasa, a 27-year-old male adult and…
Research Dissemination : Teenage Parenthood in Uganda Beyond the Numbers
A study conducted by Makerere University Institute of Gender and Development studies funded by Science for Africa foundation and in…
TRAGIC LOSS: Actress Esteri Tebandeke Dies After Kidney Transplant Despite Husband’s Sacrifice
TRAGIC LOSS: Ugandan Actress Esteri Tebandeke Dies After Kidney Transplant Despite Husband’s…
Jazz Maestro Isaiah Katumwa Releases Reflective New Track “New Days”
At the gentle edge of silence, where reflection meets renewal, Isaiah Katumwa…
‘Hajat’ Faridah Nakazibwe Reaches Sacred Points at Kaaba in Record Time During Ramadan Umrah
Mecca, Saudi Arabia – Celebrated Ugandan media personality, Faridah Nakazibwe, has captured…
Easter Luxury on the Lake: Speke Resort Munyonyo Rolls Out Exclusive Staycation Packages for Holidaymakers
Leisure Review Easter Getaway Alert: Speke Resort Munyonyo Unveils Luxury Staycation Packages…