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Olise Dismisses Real Madrid “UCL Kings” Label After Shock Exit

Olise Dismisses Real Madrid “UCL Kings” Label After Shock Exit

Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise reacted with visible surprise after helping his side eliminate Real Madrid from the UEFA Champions League, while also questioning their long-held “Kings of the competition” reputation.The Nigerian-French star sparked debate in European football with h

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Women’s rights groups oppose proposed tax hikes on essential goods

Women’s rights groups oppose proposed tax hikes on essential goods

KAMPALA, Uganda — A coalition of women’s rights organizations led by the Forum for Women in Democracy is calling on the government to halt proposed tax increases on essential goods, warning the measures will disproportionately affect low-income citizens.During a press briefing in Ntind

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Museveni Rejects MPs’ Bid for Role in Top Civil Servant Appointments

Museveni Rejects MPs’ Bid for Role in Top Civil Servant Appointments

KYKAWANZI, Uganda – President Yoweri Museveni has rejected a proposal from ruling party lawmakers seeking a formal role in recommending appointees for positions including permanent secretaries, resident district commissioners and chief administrative officers.The proposal, part of draft

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KCCA Tightens Supervision on Kampala Road Works

KCCA Tightens Supervision on Kampala Road Works

Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has intensified supervision of ongoing works under the Kampala City Roads Rehabilitation Project (KCRRP), with renewed focus on construction quality, public safety, and proper utility management.During an inspection tour on Wednesday, KCCA Deputy Execu

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M7 Favorite Pharma Investor Magoola, In Whom Govt Sunk Ugx700bn, Runs Broke; Workers Go Months Without Pay

M7 Favorite Pharma Investor Magoola, In Whom Govt Sunk Ugx700bn, Runs Broke; Workers Go Months Without Pay

All isn’t well at the Matuga-based DEI Pharma, a multi-billion pharmaceutical manufacturing enterprise based at Matugga along Kampala-Bombo Road.The company, which is meant to manufacture pharmaceutical products for both the local market and for export purposes, has about 100 employees.

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Govt Sets August Deadline for Kyambogo, Makerere Afcon Training Venues

Govt Sets August Deadline for Kyambogo, Makerere Afcon Training Venues

Government has directed that key training facilities at Kyambogo and Makerere Universities be completed by August 2026 as Uganda steps up preparations to meet Caf standards ahead of Afcon 2027.Government has set August 2026 as the deadline for completion of key training facilities at Kyamb

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MP-Elect Nkeretanyi: I'll Only Fully Serve Constituents If Bobi Takes Power

MP-Elect Nkeretanyi: I'll Only Fully Serve Constituents If Bobi Takes Power

Kalungu East MP-elect Yusuf Nkeretanyi has stirred controversy after declaring he will not actively participate in Parliament, saying his focus on service depends on a change in national leadership.Kalungu East Member of Parliament-elect Yusuf Jr Kiruluuta Nkeretanyi has sparked debate aft

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VIDEO: New Best Hotel Busega faces closure

VIDEO: New Best Hotel Busega faces closure

Government has warned of shutting down New Best Hotel in Busega as part of a wider crackdown on establishments accused of facilitating pornography.Government has moved to shut down New Best Hotel in Busega over alleged involvement in pornography-related activities. Officials warned that to

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How firm lost Shs 10bn Yaka metre deal from UEDCL for ‘inflating’ its prices

How firm lost Shs 10bn Yaka metre deal from UEDCL for ‘inflating’ its prices

A dispute over a multi-billion shilling electricity metre tender has collapsed after the PPDA Appeals Tribunal dismissed a case filed by Uzuzi Meter Technologies Limited against Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL).In a ruling delivered on April 2, 2026, the Tribunal did

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Engineer Urges Protection of Roads and Bridges in Rukungiri

Engineer Urges Protection of Roads and Bridges in Rukungiri

The Rukungiri District Civil Engineer, Julius Bagira Byakurema, has called on farmers to adhere to infrastructure protection measures to prevent instant damage to roads and bridges.He made the call on13th April 2036, in his message to the people of the parishes of Ndago and Ruyonza in Nyar

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