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New vessel unveiled in L.Victoria to link cargo between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania

New vessel unveiled in L.Victoria to link cargo between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 26 – Uganda has introduced a new ro-ro vessel, MV Mpungu, that is set to conduct operations between Kenya Uganda, and Tanzania.The vessel has a 21-trailer carrying capacity and will be used to transport various cargo between Port Bell, Mwanza, Jinja,

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Dr Lilian Matovu: From being S.3 dropout to getting a PhD

Dr Lilian Matovu: From being S.3 dropout to getting a PhD

At the 74th graduation of Makerere University, Namutebi Abishag Lilian Matovu was among the 132 students awarded the coveted PhD, climaxing a journey she never dreamt would end the way it did.Like many children born to peasant families, education is never assured. Perhaps, this explains wh

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CFAO Motors introduces eco-friendly Toyota Corolla cross hybrid electric car on Ugandan market

CFAO Motors introduces eco-friendly Toyota Corolla cross hybrid electric car on Ugandan market

In an event held at Motiv Uganda, CFAO Motors introduced the all-new Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Electric, marking a transformative addition to Uganda's automotive landscape.This self-charging hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) seamlessly blends Toyota's expertise in hybrid technology with the

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Wazalendo SACCO donates items worth 50million to Busoga Community

Wazalendo SACCO donates items worth 50million to Busoga Community

Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (SACCO) has extended a helping hand to the Busoga community, contributing items valued at 50 million shillings.The donation, presented during the official launch of Tarehe Sita activities in Buyende District, included 20 hospital delivery be

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Parliament's budget committee recommends shs288bn for Namboole renovation

Parliament's budget committee recommends shs288bn for Namboole renovation

The Budget Committee of Parliament has recommended allocating Shs288 billion for the renovation of Mandela National Stadium also known as Namboole in preparation for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027.The committee also proposed the phased provision of funds for the construction of

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President William ruto's housing levy, has been dismissed by the court of Appeal ahead of another ruling

President William ruto's housing levy, has been dismissed by the court of Appeal ahead of another ruling

A Stay order application that was filed by the government to have the ruling that was given by the High Court in favor of President William ruto's housin

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Supreme Court orders UMEME to pay Kampala businessman USD 2.5 Million in Damages

Supreme Court orders UMEME to pay Kampala businessman USD 2.5 Million in Damages

The Supreme Court has ordered UMEME to Pay Kampala Businessman $2.5 Million in Damages for unlawful charges leading to equipment loss. Justices Mwondha, Prof. Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza, Tuhaise, and Chibita rule in favor of Enock William Makubuya, stating UMEME wrongly billed him for energy loss in

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2023 PLE results released: Here are key takeaways

2023 PLE results released: Here are key takeaways

Results for 2023 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) were released on Thursday, January 25 at State House in Nakasero, Kampala.UNEB Executive Director Dan OdongoThe Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) Executive Director Dan Odongo said a total of 749,254 candidates f

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Girls Lead in PLE Exams; Uneb Warns Against Fraud

Girls Lead in PLE Exams; Uneb Warns Against Fraud

Today, the Minister of Education and Sports, Ms Janet Kataha Museveni, will release the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) results for the 749,347 pupils who took the exams last year. The Uganda National Examinations Board (Uneb) provided this information after briefing Ms. Kataha about the pupil

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Coffee Scandal: How Nelson Tugume Tricked Museveni; Diverted Shs 21bn to Own Factory in Ntungamo

Coffee Scandal: How Nelson Tugume Tricked Museveni; Diverted Shs 21bn to Own Factory in Ntungamo

The funds taken by Tugume for his private coffee enterprise is almost higher than the 2023/2024 financial year budget (Shs 22bn) which the government allocated to cater for the allowances of medical interns and senior house officers across UgandaMuseveni in a group photo with

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