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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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Mbarara High Court Dismisses Rukaari’s Electoral Petition

Mbarara High Court Dismisses Rukaari’s Electoral Petition

The High Court in Mbarara has dismissed an election petition filed by Mbarara City North MP candidate Robert Mwesigwa Rukaari against MP-elect Christopher Bakashaba and the Electoral Commission, after finding that Rukaari failed to properly serve the respondents with court documents.Rukaar

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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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CMI Joins State House in Probe of Shs 13Bn Gold Scam

CMI Joins State House in Probe of Shs 13Bn Gold Scam

The Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI) has joined the State House Anti-Corruption Unit in investigating a high-profile gold scam in which investors lost approximately Shs 13 billion.The case centers around a businessman identified as Ali Muhammad, a Ugandan of Somali origin, who is

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Court Slaps MTN Uganda With Shs 50M Penalty for trespass

Court Slaps MTN Uganda With Shs 50M Penalty for trespass

The Court of Appeal has ordered MTN Uganda Limited to pay Shs 50 million in general damages for trespassing on the land of Ocur Odwe Julius Peter in Dokolo District.In 2012, MTN Uganda embarked on a project to extend telecommunications connectivity to Dokolo District. During the implementa

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Gov’t seeks Shs100b to operationalise Lubowa Hospital as completion set for December 2026

Gov’t seeks Shs100b to operationalise Lubowa Hospital as completion set for December 2026

Lubowa Hospital, which has consumed close to a trillion shillings without completion.The Government has unveiled plans to spend Shs100 billion to operationalise the International Specialised Hospital Lubowa as construction advances toward completion scheduled for December 2026.Healt

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New Ssezibwa Arch Bridge to boost trade, connectivity in Kayunga

New Ssezibwa Arch Bridge to boost trade, connectivity in Kayunga

The Ssezibwa Arch Bridge is the first of its kind in Uganda and is designed with a lifespan of up to 120 years, offering improved durability and environmental compatibility, including better water and vegetation flow beneath the structure.The new Ssezibwa Arch Bridge in Kayunga District ne

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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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25 year-old man admitted over alcoholism

25 year-old man admitted over alcoholism

A 25-year-old man has been admitted to Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital in Kasese Town on allegations of excessive alcohol consumption, Kasese Guide Radio, can reliably report.No official statement from the Hospital Administration but, Mr. Kato Zunguka, a concerned resident, identified the victim

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Ugandan Lawyer and Businessman Charles Odere Appeals USD400,000 Arena Mall Ruling

Ugandan Lawyer and Businessman Charles Odere Appeals USD400,000 Arena Mall Ruling

What began as a claim over a USD 400,000 shareholder loan has evolved into a complex legal battle that cuts across project finance, shareholder rights, and cross-border dispute resolution.At its core, the case now pits Charles Odere, the subordinated lender seeking repayment, against a con

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