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Museveni to commission Shs63.9b Court of Appeal and Supreme Court buildings

Museveni to commission Shs63.9b Court of Appeal and Supreme Court buildings

President Yoweri Museveni is set to commission Shs63.9 billion Court of Appeal and Supreme Court buildings.The twin buildings will be commissioned on February 9, 2024.The development was confirmed by Pius Bigirimana, the Permanent Secretary/Secretary to the Jud

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Parliament's budget committee recommends shs288bn for Namboole renovation

Parliament's budget committee recommends shs288bn for Namboole renovation

The Budget Committee of Parliament has recommended allocating Shs288 billion for the renovation of Mandela National Stadium also known as Namboole in preparation for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027.The committee also proposed the phased provision of funds for the construction of

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Coffee Scandal: How Nelson Tugume Tricked Museveni; Diverted Shs 21bn to Own Factory in Ntungamo

Coffee Scandal: How Nelson Tugume Tricked Museveni; Diverted Shs 21bn to Own Factory in Ntungamo

The funds taken by Tugume for his private coffee enterprise is almost higher than the 2023/2024 financial year budget (Shs 22bn) which the government allocated to cater for the allowances of medical interns and senior house officers across UgandaMuseveni in a group photo with

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Why bars, nightclubs are closing their doors

Why bars, nightclubs are closing their doors

The vibrant nightlife of Kampala, undoubtedly East Africa’s party hub, is undergoing a seismic shift as a wav

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Navigating January Finances: Overcoming financial challenges in Uganda

Navigating January Finances: Overcoming financial challenges in Uganda

The month of January often presents financial challenges for many individuals and families around the world, and Uganda is no exception. The aftermath of festive season spending combined with the anticipation of school fees, rent, and other obligations can le

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Foreign Affairs Ministry Seeks 6 Billion Shillings for NAM and G77+China Post Summit Activities

Foreign Affairs Ministry Seeks 6 Billion Shillings for NAM and G77+China Post Summit Activities

The House Committee on Foreign Affairs has recommended allocating Shs4 billion and Shs2 billion in the National Budget Framework Paper for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, specifically catering to post-summit activities related to the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77+China for the next three ye

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MPs Question Viability of Increased Budget for Uganda Airlines

MPs Question Viability of Increased Budget for Uganda Airlines

Members of the Budget Committee in Parliament are seeking detailed justification from the government regarding the proposed increase in the budget allocation for Uganda National Airlines in the upcoming 2024/2025 financial year. The request follows concerns raised during a presentation by Hon. To

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Government Seeks 79 Billion Shillings for Merging Agencies

Government Seeks 79 Billion Shillings for Merging Agencies

The Committee on Public Service and Local Government, led by Hon. Martin Ojara Mapenduzi, has put forth a recommendation for the allocation of Shs79.3 billion in the Financial Year 2024/25 to facilitate the merging of government agencies. This proposal emanates from the Ministry of Public Service

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FDC raises concern as NAM, G77 summits trigger business shutdowns in Kampala

FDC raises concern as NAM, G77 summits trigger business shutdowns in Kampala

Uganda's hosting of the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit and the G77+China (Third South) Summit has raised concerns for the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), regarding the adverse effects on ordinary citizens and local businesses. In a media briefing in Kampala, John Kikonyogo, the party spo

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