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Kampala Hair Shop Linked to Shs13M Fraud on Bank Account in Singapore

Kampala Hair Shop Linked to Shs13M Fraud on Bank Account in Singapore

Kampala hair shop has been linked to the fraudulent use of a Singapore woman’s credit card, resulting in the theft of UGX 13 million through three unauthorised transactions.The victim, a Singapore citizen identified as Roxanne, says her credit card information was stolen and later used w

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Busitema University’s Second-Chance Programme Attracts Regional Attention

Busitema University’s Second-Chance Programme Attracts Regional Attention

Busitema University’s Higher Education Certificate Programme is increasingly gaining regional recognition for giving students who missed direct university entry requirements a second chance to pursue higher education and rebuild their futures.For many students at Busitema University, the

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Janet Museveni calls for more govt scholarships

Janet Museveni calls for more govt scholarships

The government, through the Ministry of Education and Sports, is considering plans to increase access to tertiary and higher learning through the government scholarship programme.According to the ministry spokesperson, Mr Dennis Mugimba, population dynamics have changed, warranting a need

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Broken Desks, Stolen Roofs and Human Waste: Gulu Schools Struggle With Holiday Vandalism Crisis

Broken Desks, Stolen Roofs and Human Waste: Gulu Schools Struggle With Holiday Vandalism Crisis

GULU, Uganda – Gulu District authorities have warned parents and community members against vandalising school property and defecating in classrooms during school holidays, saying those found responsible will face strict penalties.The warning was issued by Harriet Atim, the Gulu District

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Adjumani councillors approve shs55.5b for fy2026/2027 amid calls for effective implementation

Adjumani councillors approve shs55.5b for fy2026/2027 amid calls for effective implementation

According to the summary of the financial resource envelope for 2026/2027, the budget is expected to be financed through locally raised revenue, central government transfers, external financing, and other transfers.The summary indicates that locally raised revenue remains at shs2,637,558,0

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Heavy Reliance on Ochero Market Straining Kaberamaido’s Finances, CAO Warns

Heavy Reliance on Ochero Market Straining Kaberamaido’s Finances, CAO Warns

Leaders in Kaberamaido District have raised concerns over poor local revenue collection, warning that overreliance on a single market is hampering service delivery and council operations.Chief Administrative Officer Masokoi Swaliki said the district currently depends heavily on revenue fro

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Meat War in Mbale: Traders Threaten Strike Over “Extortionist” Enforcement

Meat War in Mbale: Traders Threaten Strike Over “Extortionist” Enforcement

Meat dealers in Mbale City have accused veterinary officers and enforcement teams of corruption, theft, and using illegal meat stamps during operations targeting traders. The accusations emerged during a heated meeting held at the Mbale City Chambers on Thursday, which had brought together city a

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737 Flood-Affected Kampala Traders Cleared for Shs20 Billion Compensation

737 Flood-Affected Kampala Traders Cleared for Shs20 Billion Compensation

total of 737 traders affected by floods in Kampala last November have been cleared to receive compassionate support from President Yoweri Museveni, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has announced.Government earmarked Shs20 billion to compensate traders whose businesses were damaged by the No

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Java House Loses Bid to Block Shs3.1 Bn Tax

Java House Loses Bid to Block Shs3.1 Bn Tax

KAMPALA — The Tax Appeals Tribunal has upheld a Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) decision to treat Shs3.16 billion claimed by Java House Coffee Shop Uganda Limited as unsupported shareholder loans and reclassify the money as undeclared income, in a ruling that sharply criticised the company’s r

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MP elect David Okwere: Uganda’s 12th Parliament must focus on transparency, local issues

MP elect David Okwere: Uganda’s 12th Parliament must focus on transparency, local issues

Okwere says MP absenteeism as a betrayal of public trust, calling it “reluctancy” and emphasising that a legislator who consistently misses sittings is actively choosing to neglect their duty.David Okwere emphasised that attendance in Parliament is a service to the people, not a job.

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