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Govt Eyes Billions in New Taxes on Beer, Cigarettes

Govt Eyes Billions in New Taxes on Beer, Cigarettes

Henry Musasizi, Minister of State for Finance, presented the seven Tax Bills to Parliament’s Finance Committee, outlining the government’s strategies to boost revenue amidst economic pressures.The Ugandan Ministry of Finance has proposed significant tax hikes

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"The Clock is Ticking" - Ugandan Police Officer’s Bold Advice to Women Aged 35 Years

"The Clock is Ticking" - Ugandan Police Officer’s Bold Advice to Women Aged 35 Years

gandan police officer Maureen Atuhaire has sparked debate after sharing bold advice for women aged 35 and above.Atuhaire, a Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) and the Acting Commissioner of the Child and Family

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Tomatoes, Fresh Leaf Vegetables Lead Monthly Inflation Surge in Uganda

Tomatoes, Fresh Leaf Vegetables Lead Monthly Inflation Surge in Uganda

Monthly headline inflation for February 2025 surged by 0.6%, more than doubling the 0.3% recorded in January 2025.The cost of living in Uganda has experienced a notable rise, with tomatoes and fresh leaf vegetables emerging as the primary contributors to monthly

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Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to $159M Amid Japan’s Economic Struggles

Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to $159M Amid Japan’s Economic Struggles

Metaplanet, a Japanese public company, has recently decided to boost its Bitcoin holdings as part of its strategy to manage economic challenges. The company raised 4 billion yen (around $26.39 million) by issuing ordinary bonds to EVO Fund, a debt and financing

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How Former PS Geraldine Ssali Ended Up in the Cold After Being Fired by Museveni

How Former PS Geraldine Ssali Ended Up in the Cold After Being Fired by Museveni

Geraldine Ssali’s career took a sharp turn when President Yoweri Museveni dismissed her as Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives in July 2024.Her removal came after accusations

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Beyoncé and Jay-Z 'could be set to split' as tarot cards expose their future

Beyoncé and Jay-Z 'could be set to split' as tarot cards expose their future

Jay-Z has been in the grips of controversy recently after he was accused of raping a then-teenager with P Diddy, but his woes could be about to continue according to the cardsLegendary music couple 

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UNATU Sends Warning to Museveni; Reveals What Arts Teachers Will Accept After Pay Rise Rejection

UNATU Sends Warning to Museveni; Reveals What Arts Teachers Will Accept After Pay Rise Rejection

The Uganda National Teachers' Union has modified its stance on salary demands, now accepting even marginal increases in the upcoming national budget. The shift marks a departure from previous hard-line positions following unmet government promises and widening p

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How Unemployment is Driving Young Men in Uganda to Male Sex Work

How Unemployment is Driving Young Men in Uganda to Male Sex Work

KAMPALA, Uganda — The streets of Kampala, Uganda’s capital city, are bustling with young men, many of whom are struggling to make ends meet. With unemployment rates soaring, some of these young men are turning to a desperate measure: male sex work.

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Shock as University Student Reportedly Dies of Hunger

Shock as University Student Reportedly Dies of Hunger

KAMPALA , Uganda – Hunger among Uganda’s university students has become an urgent crisis, revealing the severe financial challenges facing young people in higher education. Uganda’s universities are currently grappling with a widespread hunger issue among students, with reports indicati

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Sudan cancels port deal with UAE in subtle protest at Abu Dhabi

Sudan cancels port deal with UAE in subtle protest at Abu Dhabi

Sudan has cancelled a port deal with the United Arab Emirates in an apparent protest at Abu Dhabi for its supposed support for the Rapid Support Forces, the paramilitary engaged in a deadly conflict with government forces. Finance Minister, Jibril Ibrahim said his country had cancelled a

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