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Wakiso seals UGX 43.8 billion deal to redevelop central and Kawuku markets

Wakiso seals UGX 43.8 billion deal to redevelop central and Kawuku markets

WAKISO, Uganda — A major milestone has been achieved in the transformation of trade infrastructure in Wakiso District following the official signing of multi-billion shilling contracts for the construction of selected modern markets.In a ceremony marked by optimism and commitment to serv

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Grade III teachers given four-year ultimatum to attain degrees

Grade III teachers given four-year ultimatum to attain degrees

Zombo education officials have urged Grade III teachers to upgrade to bachelor’s degrees as Uganda’s National Teacher Policy transition deadline approaches.Zombo, Uganda: Education authorities in Zombo District have intensified calls for primary school teachers holding Grade III certif

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UNEB briefs education minister Janet Museveni ahead of UCE release

UNEB briefs education minister Janet Museveni ahead of UCE release

Education Minister Janet Museveni, flanked by State Minister for Higher Education John Chrysestom Muyingo and UNEB Chairperson Celetino Obua, releases the 2024 UCE results, marking a significant milestone in Uganda’s education sector as the first cohort of students under the new curriculum rece

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Persis Namuganza Declares Interest in Speakership Race

Persis Namuganza Declares Interest in Speakership Race

Bukono County Member of Parliament Persis Namuganza has formally declared her interest in contesting for the position of Speaker of Parliament for the 2026–2031 term.In a statement issued on Tuesday, Namuganza said she is seeking the speakership to promote unity, transparency, and inclus

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INCOMPETENCE OR SABOTAGE? Sh53bn Karamoja Valley Dams, Tanks Turn into Mud Pits Under Ministry of Water Negligence

INCOMPETENCE OR SABOTAGE? Sh53bn Karamoja Valley Dams, Tanks Turn into Mud Pits Under Ministry of Water Negligence

A shocking Auditor General’s report has exposed deep rot, negligence and sheer incompetence at the Ministry of Water and Environment, after billions of shillings meant to save Karamoja from chronic water shortages were blown on valley tanks and dams that are now choked with silt, broken down or

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95 arrested as police intensify operations in Kira, Wakiso district

95 arrested as police intensify operations in Kira, Wakiso district

WAKISO – The Uganda Police Force, working jointly with sister security agencies and local leaders, has intensified disruptive operations across Kira Municipality and neighbouring areas in Wakiso District to curb rising criminal activity and respond to public concerns over insecurity.The

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STANBIC BANK FRAUD! Suspects in Enid Kukunda’s Sh725M Theft Eye Plea, Linked to Another Sh400M ABSA Heist!

STANBIC BANK FRAUD! Suspects in Enid Kukunda’s Sh725M Theft Eye Plea, Linked to Another Sh400M ABSA Heist!

One of the suspects charged over an attempted Shs 725 million fraud targeting Stanbic Bank has opened negotiations with the State to resolve the case through a plea bargain. The development was disclosed on Monday before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court, where Chief State Attorney Joan

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Concern as Zombo records nearly 4,000 teenage pregnancies in one year

Concern as Zombo records nearly 4,000 teenage pregnancies in one year

Zombo District has recorded 3,896 teenage pregnancies in one year, pushing its adolescent pregnancy rate above Uganda’s national average and alarming leaders.Zombo, Uganda: West Nile Region’s Zombo District registered a total of 3,896 teenage pregnancies among girls below 18 years betw

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Kyagulanyi Not Under Arrest, Police Cite National Security for Home Occupation

Kyagulanyi Not Under Arrest, Police Cite National Security for Home Occupation

The @PoliceUg spokesperson, Kituuma Rusoke, has confirmed that police officers have continued to occupy the home of @NUP_Ug president @HEBobiwine since January 15. Authorities say the presence is due to national security concerns, and no specific end date has been given for the occupation.

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South Ankole Diocese Marks 14 Years, Commissions 80 Lay Readers

South Ankole Diocese Marks 14 Years, Commissions 80 Lay Readers

South Ankole Diocese of the Church of Uganda has marked 14 years since its inception with a grand thanksgiving celebration, highlighted by the commissioning of 80 lay readers and renewed calls for humility, peace and community development.The celebrations were held on Sunday at St Mathews

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