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2023 PLE results released: Here are key takeaways

2023 PLE results released: Here are key takeaways

Results for 2023 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) were released on Thursday, January 25 at State House in Nakasero, Kampala.UNEB Executive Director Dan OdongoThe Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) Executive Director Dan Odongo said a total of 749,254 candidates f

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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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President Museveni reappoints Dr. Musoba as UAC Director General

President Museveni reappoints Dr. Musoba as UAC Director General

President Museveni, Hon. Babalanda and Dr. MusobaPresident Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has reappointed Dr. Nelson Musoba as the Director General of Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC).This has been revealed by the Minister for Presidency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, who is also the overall su

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State House investigates rot in deployment of medical interns

State House investigates rot in deployment of medical interns

The State House Anti-corruption Unit is investigating allegations of bribery in the deployment of medical interns.Seven medical interns were scheduled for interrogation on Thursday in the continuing investigation into concerns of corruption and bribery within medical internship deployment

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BoU closes EFC Uganda Limited

BoU closes EFC Uganda Limited

Bank of Uganda (BoU) has placed EFC Uganda Limited, a microfinance deposit-taking institution, under liquidation, revoked its license, and ordered for the winding up of its affairs in the country.According to Michael Atingi-Ego, the deputy Bank of Uganda governor, the decision to close EFC

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Forgotten children of Acholi: Nodding Syndrome patients languish amidst clinic closure

Forgotten children of Acholi: Nodding Syndrome patients languish amidst clinic closure

A medical facility built to serve nodding syndrome patients in the Acholi sub-region sits idle for two years, a stark symbol of the struggles these families face. With over 2,000 patients in desperate need of care, Acholi leaders are urging the Ugandan Minist

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Kagame appoints daughter 'presidential advisor'

Kagame appoints daughter 'presidential advisor'

The President of Rwanda Paul Kagame has appointed his daughter Ange Kagame to take charge of policy and strategy in the office of the president.The appointment of Ange Kagame follows a cabinet resolution at

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Bugisu Surpasses Busoga in Severe Jigger Infestations

Bugisu Surpasses Busoga in Severe Jigger Infestations

A report from Sole Hope Uganda, a Non-Governmental Organisation focusing on Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), indicates that Bugisu sub-region has now surpassed Busoga in terms of jigger infections. Jigger infections were previously a significant concern in the Busoga sub-region, with reports o

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McLaren: Chief Andrea Stella wants to keep building momentum

McLaren: Chief Andrea Stella wants to keep building momentum

McLaren start 2024 confident they have continued the strong progress they made last year - but wary of the potential performance of Red Bull.Lando Norris scored more points than any other driver bar Max Verstappen last season after McLaren upgraded their car for July's Aus

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Government Relocates National Livestock Institute to Apac

Government Relocates National Livestock Institute to Apac

The National Livestock Resources Research Institute (NaLIRRI), a government-owned farm under the National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) within the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries, has undergone a significant relocation. The institute’s headquarters, previousl

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