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EC Receives Sh56 Billion For Long-Awaited LC1, LC2 Elections

EC Receives Sh56 Billion For Long-Awaited LC1, LC2 Elections

The Electoral Commission (EC) has received Sh56 billion from the Ministry of Finance to facilitate the long-awaited Local Council One (LC1), Local Council Two (LC2), and Village Women Council elections across Uganda.The Ministry of Finance Deputy Secretary to the Treasury, Patrick Ocailap,

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Ronaldinho returns to football, signs for Italian club Ravenna at age 46

Ronaldinho returns to football, signs for Italian club Ravenna at age 46

Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho has signed with Italian Serie C club Ravenna at the age of 46, in a move that has generated excitement among football fans across the globe.The former Barcelona and AC Milan star is expected to be officially unveiled at a special event in Miami on June

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Ssemujju flees Uganda amid Muhoozi crackdown on opposition figures

Ssemujju flees Uganda amid Muhoozi crackdown on opposition figures

The development comes days after Gen Muhoozi suggested that Ssemujju and Nakawa West MP Joel Ssenyonyi could be the next opposition figures to face action following Lukwago’s arrest.Former Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda (Photo/Courtesy/File)Kampala, Uganda: Former Ki

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BoU Allays Fears of Cash Withdrawal Caps at Banks

BoU Allays Fears of Cash Withdrawal Caps at Banks

The recent announcement by the Bank of Uganda introducing new limitations to over-the-counter cash withdrawals and check payments have has raised questions over the motives behind it. ‎The banks have been given the next six months to transition to the new policy adjustment.‎The new mea

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Balaam Dismisses Frank Gashumba Drama, Hints at Major PLU Shuffles at Kyankwanzi Retreat

Balaam Dismisses Frank Gashumba Drama, Hints at Major PLU Shuffles at Kyankwanzi Retreat

KYANKWANZI — The newly appointed Minister of Local Government, Hon. Dr. Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi, has downplayed simmering tensions involving outspoken activist Frank Gashumba, playfully describing him as a “movie star” and a “dangerous substitute” while hinting at major impending deve

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From 200 to 7,000 Birds: ONC Empowerment beneficiary builds multi-Million poultry enterprise in Kira

From 200 to 7,000 Birds: ONC Empowerment beneficiary builds multi-Million poultry enterprise in Kira

Wakiso, Uganda: What began as a small poultry startup supported by the Office of the National Chairman (ONC) empowerment program has evolved into a thriving commercial enterprise generating millions of shillings and creating jobs in Wakiso District.Abdul Karim Waswa Tamale, a resident of K

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Côte d’Ivoire Break Ecuador Resistance in Final Minute

Côte d’Ivoire Break Ecuador Resistance in Final Minute

Amad Diallo scored a dramatic 90th-minute winner as Côte d’Ivoire opened their FIFA World Cup Group E campaign with a 1-0 victory over Ecuador.The Manchester United winger, who started on the bench, came on to deliver the decisive moment in a tense and entertaining contest. Amad guided

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Former Trade Ministry PS Ssali, others to appear before Anti-Corruption Court on Wednesday as case resumes

Former Trade Ministry PS Ssali, others to appear before Anti-Corruption Court on Wednesday as case resumes

Former Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (MTIC), Geraldine Ssali Busulwa, alongside five co-accused persons, is set to return to the Anti-Corruption Division of the High Court on Wednesday, 17, as proceedings in a high-profile corruption case resume.Ac

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High Court Sets June 17 Mention in Shs164bn Cooperatives Funds Case Involving MPs and Former PS

High Court Sets June 17 Mention in Shs164bn Cooperatives Funds Case Involving MPs and Former PS

The High Court of Uganda’s Anti-Corruption Division has scheduled a mention hearing for June 17, 2026, in a high-profile corruption case involving Igara East Member of Parliament Hon. Michael Maranga Mawanda and five other accused persons.According to a hearing notice issued by the Assis

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Internal war at UNOC as top bosses hijack executive seats

Internal war at UNOC as top bosses hijack executive seats

quiet unease ripples through UNOC as top executives secure five-year contract extensions until 2031, blocking promotion paths for mid-level managers.KAMPALA, Uganda — A quiet unease is bubbling at the Uganda National Oil Company following the extension of contracts for top executives unt

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