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UTB Picks Francis Nyende to Lead Uganda’s Tourism Marketing Strategy

UTB Picks Francis Nyende to Lead Uganda’s Tourism Marketing Strategy

The Uganda Tourism Board( UTB) has recruited Francis Nyende as its substantive marketing manager.Simplicious Gessa, the head of public relations at UTB announced on Monday that the board had recruited Nyende as the new marketing manager. “Mr.Nyende 

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Toroma County Clamour for District Status Grows Louder Ahead of 2026 Polls

Toroma County Clamour for District Status Grows Louder Ahead of 2026 Polls

As the 2026 general elections approach, residents of Toroma County in Katakwi District are intensifying calls to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) government to elevate their area to district status—a move they say will improve service delivery and deepen their political loyalty.

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Govt Eyes Billions in New Taxes on Beer, Cigarettes

Govt Eyes Billions in New Taxes on Beer, Cigarettes

Henry Musasizi, Minister of State for Finance, presented the seven Tax Bills to Parliament’s Finance Committee, outlining the government’s strategies to boost revenue amidst economic pressures.The Ugandan Ministry of Finance has proposed significant tax hikes

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‘There are no winners’: global companies respond to Trump tariffs

‘There are no winners’: global companies respond to Trump tariffs

From UK tailors to Australian farmers to Irish whiskey distillers, firms reveal the impact of US measuresDonald Trump’s sweeping tariffs will upend global trade, adding costs and delays to businesses around the world and threatening a recession.The Guardian spoke to eight businesses about

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Auditor General’s Report Exposes Loopholes in The Umeme Buyout, Slashes it by Billions as Shocking Audit Uncovers Hidden Debt Scandal

Auditor General’s Report Exposes Loopholes in The Umeme Buyout, Slashes it by Billions as Shocking Audit Uncovers Hidden Debt Scandal

A storm is brewing over the true cost of buying out Umeme Limited, Uganda’s electricity distributor, as discrepancies in the numbers come to light.The Auditor Genera, Edward Akol has advised the government to pa

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Experts urge accountants to embrace leadership beyond numbers in the digital age

Experts urge accountants to embrace leadership beyond numbers in the digital age

Accounting professionals must adopt leadership that transcends financial metrics by embracing adaptability, integrity, and continuous learning in an era of rapid technological transformation, experts have advised.Speaking at the 15th Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICP

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U.S.A.I.D. Workers Brace for the Worst

U.S.A.I.D. Workers Brace for the Worst

The thousands of people who work for the U.S. government’s main agency for humanitarian aid and disaster relief have been on the front lines of efforts to fight famine, contain virulent infectious diseases like H.I.V. and Ebola, and rebuild infrastructure in i

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What Top Ugandan Schools Are Charging S1 Students

What Top Ugandan Schools Are Charging S1 Students

As the first term of the 2025 academic year commences, parents should prepare for higher tuition fees for students admitted to Senior One in both leading government and private secondary schools.The cost of enroll

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Former Janet Museveni Assistant Alex Kakooza Takes Over OPM as PS in Museveni's New Reshuffle

Former Janet Museveni Assistant Alex Kakooza Takes Over OPM as PS in Museveni's New Reshuffle

President Yoweri Museveni made important changes in Uganda’s government, particularly within the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM). The reshuffle was communicated by Lucy Nakyobe Mbonye, the Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet.

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Uganda Introduces New Pension Bill: What It Means for Civil Servants

Uganda Introduces New Pension Bill: What It Means for Civil Servants

Uganda’s government has introduced the Public Service Pension Fund Bill 2024, aimed at reforming pension management for civil servants. The new Bill shifts from a non-contributory pension scheme to a contributory system.

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