Government is edging closer to granting an operating licence to Starlink, the satellite broadband venture backed by Elon Musk, as part of efforts to widen internet access and ease connectivity costs.ICT and National Guidance minister Chris Baryomunsi said discussions with the company are a
Uganda is deepening its involvement in the International Criminal Court through judicial nominations and representation, but shifting global power dynamics, US opposition, and strained alliances raise questions about whether the country’s participation serves its long-term political and economi
Children in Uganda’s eastern district of Budaka arrive at school each day in neat uniforms, exercise books in hand, ready for lessons. But for many, the school day has long been marked by something less visible: hunger.Teachers say signs are familiar, drooping heads by mid-morning, decli
Man City looked set for a damaging defeat at the Hill Dickinson Stadium before a late response from Jeremy Doku pushed the game to a draw.Pep Guardiola’s side settled for a point against Everton after a 3-3 draw on Monday night. The Toffees were leading by two goals till the 83rd minute.
Government has unveiled a proposed salary enhancement plan targeting primary school administrators, in a bid to improve working conditions and strengthen motivation across the education sector.Under the proposal, primary school headteachers would see their monthly pay increase to Shs1.5 mi
Legendary singer Jose Chameleone has expressed joy and gratitude that he will soon become a grandfather, following his elder son Abba Marcus ‘ announcement that his girlfriend is pregnant.For the past few months, Abba Marcus has been sharing glimpses into his relationship with girlfriend
Norbert Mao, the Minister of Justice and Constitutional affairs plays the drum during his home welcoming celebration at Kaunda parade ground in Gulu City on July 22 2023. URN PhotoThe Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and Member of Parliament-elect for Pece-Laroo Division in G
Special Envoy on Political Affairs to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi, has renewed his push for the establishment of a vocational institute in Rural Masaka District, presenting it as a strategic gateway to unlocking youth employment, industrial growth, and agro-processi
Uganda has been ordered to pay about Shs522 billion ($138.93 million) to Rift Valley Railways Uganda Limited (RVRU) after an international arbitration tribunal in London found that the government “wrongfully terminated” a railway concession agreement.The dispute arises from a regional
First, government offers 4,000 scholarships for students joining the public universities of Makerere, Kyambogo, Mountains of the Moon, Kabale, Mbarara, Gulu, Muni, Soroti, and Lira.The government sponsorship is divided into several categories. The National Merit Scheme (Direct Entry Admiss
