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In Kasanje, taxes are rising but service delivery, roads, all in ruins

In Kasanje, taxes are rising but service delivery, roads, all in ruins

A Sinotruk carrying sand gets stuck on a muddy road, one of the feeder roads in a deplorable state in Kasanje, Wakiso District. Despite collecting over UGX 460 million in taxes, the community says service delivery remains poor.Kasanje, Wakiso District: Kasanje, a mid-size place located in

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Gold rally runs out steam amid firmer dollar

Gold rally runs out steam amid firmer dollar

Profit-taking saps metal’s strengthBengaluru — Gold prices slipped on Wednesday, pulled down by a rebound in the dollar and profit-booking after bullion rose to a near three-week high in the previous session on the expectation of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve next month.

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Oil Climbs for a second day on risk-on tone in wider markets

Oil Climbs for a second day on risk-on tone in wider markets

Prices are being lifted as the US Senate takes a major step toward reopening the government.Oil pumping jacks at an oilfield near Sokolovka village, in the Udmurt Republic, Russia. Image: BloombergOil rose as wider markets were lifted by a push to end the US government shutdown, wit

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Arsenal's next five Premier League fixtures compared to Liverpool and Man City

Arsenal's next five Premier League fixtures compared to Liverpool and Man City

Arsenal were held to a 2-2 draw by Sunderland on Saturday evening as the Gunners dropped points in the Premier League for the first time since September 21Arsenal playersArsenal were forced to settle for a point against Sunderland after Brian Brobbey's late equaliser at the Stadium

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Shadows Over the Blue Line: Why Are Uganda’s Top Cops Dying in Droves?

Shadows Over the Blue Line: Why Are Uganda’s Top Cops Dying in Droves?

Kampala – In the span of just over two months, five senior Uganda Police Force (UPF) officers have met untimely ends, sparking whispers of a curse on the force and urgent calls for transparency. From mysterious collapses to brutal attacks, the deaths of these dedicated servants of the law raise

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Even After NUP Card Denial, Matia Bwanika Offers to Campaign for Kyagulanyi, Warns Wakiso Voters-Nasif Najja Will Sell off Your District to the Highest Bidder

Even After NUP Card Denial, Matia Bwanika Offers to Campaign for Kyagulanyi, Warns Wakiso Voters-Nasif Najja Will Sell off Your District to the Highest Bidder

Outgoing Wakiso district Chairman Matia Lwanga Bwanika has pledged his continued readiness to campaign for and vote Bobi Wine for President of Uganda. He says he isn’t angry over failure to get the NUP ticket for Busiro South MP seat, for which he is standing as a NUP-leaning independent.

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Museveni Breaks Silence on Arrested Kenyan Activists, Says They Claimed to Be “Experts in Riots”

Museveni Breaks Silence on Arrested Kenyan Activists, Says They Claimed to Be “Experts in Riots”

President Yoweri Museveni has admitted that Ugandan authorities detained two Kenyan activists who had gone missing for weeks, describing them as “experts in riots” linked to opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine.President Yoweri Museveni has admitted that Ugandan

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Government orders Ministry of Defence officials to prepare for 'war in our backyard'

Government orders Ministry of Defence officials to prepare for 'war in our backyard'

Ministry of Defence officials have been told to prepare the nation for war “in our own backyard”. Staff responsible for spending the nation's £288 billion defence procurement budget were told to speed up the process and equip the armed forces “to be ready to fight”, even if it meant taki

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High uric acid? Experts explain 5 underlying health conditions that might be the real cause

High uric acid? Experts explain 5 underlying health conditions that might be the real cause

High uric acid can occur from diabetes, hypertension, obesity, or kidney disease. Be ahead with checkups and a balanced diet to prevent its painful symptoms.Hyperuricemia refers to an increase in uric acid levels in the body, a condition that can silently progress into painful gout or kidn

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Real Madrid: Vinicius Jr. Sale Confirmed

Real Madrid: Vinicius Jr. Sale Confirmed

The rumor mill is churning,and this time,it’s a potential blockbuster transfer that could shake up the soccer world. Whispers are growing louder about Manchester City’s prolific striker, Erling Haaland, and a surprising link to Spanish giants Real Madrid. Could the Norwegian sensation be on h

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