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From 139 Members to 15,000, Sacco Records Over Shs18bn in Loan Value

From 139 Members to 15,000, Sacco Records Over Shs18bn in Loan Value

Adjumani Town Council Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (Sacco) has recorded impressive growth, celebrating a major milestone during its 16th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Saturday.Established in 2007 with just 139 members and a loan portfolio of Shs 7.7 million, the SCco

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UPC Sets Presidential Nomination Fee at Shs 20m, Warns Aspiring Candidates: 'You Must Be Loaded'

UPC Sets Presidential Nomination Fee at Shs 20m, Warns Aspiring Candidates: 'You Must Be Loaded'

The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) has dropped another hammer as it gears up for the 2026 general elections: anyone eyeing the party’s presidential flag must cough up a cool Shs 20 million just to be nominated.Speaking during the release of the party’s election roadmap, UPC Electoral

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Fire Guts Nyumanzi Market Structures, Traders Left Devastated

Fire Guts Nyumanzi Market Structures, Traders Left Devastated

A section of traders at Nyumanzi Market in Ajugopi Parish, Dzaipi Sub-county comprising both nationals and refugees are counting heavy losses following a devastating fire outbreak on Sunday evening.James Ondoga Okido, the Dzaipi Sub-county Local Council III Chairperson, said the

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Ex-Police Commander Sam Omara Has Died, Says Son

Ex-Police Commander Sam Omara Has Died, Says Son

Retired Assistant Commissioner of Police Sam Omara has died at the age of 64, his son Sam Omara Jr has confirmed.Omara, who had been battling prostate cancer and kidney failure, passed away after a long period of illness.His death comes just days after police dismissed earlier repor

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Premier League preview, team news, stats & head-to-head

Premier League preview, team news, stats & head-to-head

Liverpool were crowned Premier League champions in style - and drew level with Manchester United on 20 titles - as Tottenham Hotspur were demolished on a day of wild celebrations and emotion at Anfield.Arne Slot's side needed only a point to complete the formalities of the

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I Asked Slot to Take Me Off Defensive Duties in Return for Goals

I Asked Slot to Take Me Off Defensive Duties in Return for Goals

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has revealed that his remarkable campaign was down to a tactical shift under Arne Slot, who allowed him to focus almost exclusively on attacking duties in return for goals and assists.The Egyptian, 33, has been instrumental in Liverpool’s march to their re

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Kiplimo Breaks National Record on Marathon Debut with Second-Place Finish in London

Kiplimo Breaks National Record on Marathon Debut with Second-Place Finish in London

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo made a stunning full marathon debut at the London Marathon today, finishing second behind Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe and setting a new Ugandan national record with a time of 2:03:37.Kiplimo, the world half marathon record holder, ran a patient race, sticking with the

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Pope’s Coffin Sealed Ahead of Funeral on Saturday

Pope’s Coffin Sealed Ahead of Funeral on Saturday

Pope Francis’ coffin has been solemnly sealed following a quiet and symbolic ceremony in St Peter’s Basilica, drawing to a close the final moments of public mourning for the beloved pontiff.After three days of lying in state that saw an estimated 250,000 people stream

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EC Commences Display of Voters Register Ahead of 2026 Polls

EC Commences Display of Voters Register Ahead of 2026 Polls

As Uganda gears up for the 2025/2026 general elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has officially commenced the display of the national voters register, a critical step in the country’s electoral process.The exercise, which begins on April, 25 will run until May, 15, 2025, i

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Moroto Voters'  Register Display Begins with Empty Polling Stations

Moroto Voters' Register Display Begins with Empty Polling Stations

The display of the national voters' register experienced a slow start in Moroto Municipality on the first day, as voter turnout remained alarmingly low.At several polling stations, including the Police Boma Ground, there was not a single person present to check their names by 4 PM, le

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