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Here is what informed the rationalisation of agencies

Here is what informed the rationalisation of agencies

Back in the 1990s, Uganda adopted several reforms. One of them was creation of semi-autonomous agencies. The architects of these (largely donor-driven) reforms promised enhanced efficiency and State capacity to deliver services by sidestepping bureaucracy in the mainstream ministries. Th

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US election and implications for Uganda security agencies

US election and implications for Uganda security agencies

Uganda security agencies will be watching closely to know whether they will have to deal with Donald Trump, the candidate for the Republican Party, or Kamala Harris of the Democratic Party, for the next four years. Americans cast their votes today to choose the next president for four ye

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US election: What Kamala or Trump win means for rule of law

US election: What Kamala or Trump win means for rule of law

The United States of America today closes elections to pick its president for the next four years. Although millions of voters have voted early, millions more will vote in person today. The two contenders are, Republican Party candidate Donald Trump, a former president who was defeat

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Key issues for voters in closest US presidential election

Key issues for voters in closest US presidential election

As Americans vote for their next president on Tuesday, the usual dividing line is often that of the party: Democrat vs Republican. But there are other issues that could play a decisive role in the mind of voters to choose between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald T

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US election: Ugandans hopeful vote outcome will sustain education aid

US election: Ugandans hopeful vote outcome will sustain education aid

The US heads to the polls today, with many across Africa, including Uganda, hopeful that the incoming president will maintain foreign aid that supports educational programmes. The US has significantly contributed to Uganda's education sector through scholarships, partnerships, funding, a

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US election: Trump, Kamala contrasting positions on corruption

US election: Trump, Kamala contrasting positions on corruption

A section of anti-corruption and governance experts yesterday said America’s support towards Uganda’s fight against corruption is likely to be relaxed should Republican Party candidate Donald Trump win the presidential polls, which end today. L-R: Ugandan president Yoweri Museveni's

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Over 150 orphans helpless as funders pull out

Over 150 orphans helpless as funders pull out

By  Steven Wandera More than 150 orphans at Restoration Gateway, a Christian non-governmental organisation in Kiryandongo District, are stranded after staff laid down their tools due to non-payment of salaries for more than five months. The most affected children are those whos

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Petition seeks end to military officers in civilian roles

Petition seeks end to military officers in civilian roles

The appointment of military serving officers into civilian roles has been challenged before the Constitutional Court in Kampala. The petitioners led by the Makerere University law don, Prof Christopher Mbazira, in their petition filed on October 24, contend that the practice contravenes

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MTN Foundation enhances Digital Access at St. Joseph’s Seminary Nyenga

MTN Foundation enhances Digital Access at St. Joseph’s Seminary Nyenga

MTN Uganda, through its corporate social responsibility arm, MTN Foundation, is excited to announce its latest initiative to boost digital access and education at St. Joseph’s Seminary Nyenga. As part of its commitment to empowering youth and bridging the digital divide, MTN Uganda is p

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Jinja Hospital puts down part of Shs340m wall for Muslims to access cemetery

Jinja Hospital puts down part of Shs340m wall for Muslims to access cemetery

Muslims in Jinja City have started accessing the cemetery after a section of a perimeter wall constructed for Jinja Regional Referral Hospital (JRRH) by the Engineering Brigade of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) was razed down on October 29. The development follows a Monday

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