Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi, commonly known as Balaam, has been a prominent figure in Uganda's business and political spheres.Born on July 28, 1979, in Mbarara, Uganda, Balaam's journey from humble beginnings to becoming a trusted minister under President Yoweri Museveni is both inspiring an
Uganda People's Congress (UPC) President Jimmy Akena has downplayed concerns over party member Betty Amongi's decision to contest for the Lira City Woman Parliamentary seat. Akena, currently serving as Lira City East MP, emphasized that electoral competition is
Sometime last year, an old boy of mine got in touch to ask about my opinion on his intention to run for parliament in the 2026 election – on the opposition ticket.“What is your overall intention?” I asked fo
Public servants from Busoga have made a request for President Yoweri Museveni to reinstate Dorothy Kisaka as the Executive Director of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA). Kisaka was removed from her position following the Kiteezi landfill disaster, which
The January transfer window is a notoriously tricky time to do business.But a packed fixture schedule, injuries, keeping up a title charge or fighting to stay up means several Premier League managers have hinted that they will need to go into the market this win
The tragic death of Uganda's Minister of State for Labour, Employment, and Industrial Relations, Col. Charles Okello Engola, sent shockwaves across the nation.On May 2, 2023, Engola was fatally shot by his bodygua
The intense labour pains a mother endures during childbirth often transform into overwhelming joy the moment she holds her healthy newborn in her arms. However, for some mothers, this joy is cut short when healthcare providers recommend that the baby be placed in the Neonatal Intensive C
Uganda's Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development has issued a call to action, urging stakeholders and employers to join forces in promoting Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) and eliminating child labour. According to Acting Commissioner Occupational Health and Safety Departm
Most rural women in Uganda are engaged in agricultural activities, contributing 88 percent of agricultural labour force, an activity that contributes to 76 percent of Uganda's economy. Women's traditional roles in agriculture are still influenced by their reproductive roles therefore, ta
The Uganda Hotel Owners’ Association (UHOA) has appealed for more funding and apprenticeship programmes to develop the country’s capacity in the hospitality industry. The call was made by the Chairlady of UHOA, Ms Susan Muhwezi, in a speech read for her by UHOA Executive Director, Ms
