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Mpondwe Border Traders Decry Harsh Taxes, Urge Leaders to Act

Mpondwe Border Traders Decry Harsh Taxes, Urge Leaders to Act

Trade at the Mpondwe border point in Kasese District is thriving, fuelled by high demand from the Democratic Republic of Congo.Yet behind the apparent boom, small-scale vendors—especially the youth—are raising alarms about punitive taxes and the absence of political leadership to advoc

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PWDs in Bugiri Demand End to Discrimination and Improved Access to Public Services

PWDs in Bugiri Demand End to Discrimination and Improved Access to Public Services

Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Bugiri District are voicing growing frustration over persistent discrimination and limited access to essential public services.Despite existing government policies aimed at promoting inclusivity, many PWDs say they continue to face systemic barriers that

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Three in Four Ugandans Say Corruption is ‘Severe’

Three in Four Ugandans Say Corruption is ‘Severe’

A growing majority of Ugandans believe corruption has reached alarming levels, with 74% describing it as either “very severe” or “extremely severe,” according to a new factsheet by Twaweza based on its 2024 Sauti za Wananchi survey.Only 11% of respondents consider corruption “not

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Legacy of Justice Kanyeihamba Sparks National Debate on Leadership and Uganda’s Democratic Future

Legacy of Justice Kanyeihamba Sparks National Debate on Leadership and Uganda’s Democratic Future

KAMPALA — The passing of retired Supreme Court Judge George Kanyeihamba on July 14, 2025, has stirred deep reflection and debate across Uganda, as the country grapples with his controversial final assessments of its political leadership—past and present.Widely respected for his courage

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Over 4,500 Youth and Women Begin Vocational Training in Presidential Industrial Hubs

Over 4,500 Youth and Women Begin Vocational Training in Presidential Industrial Hubs

KIBUKU – A total of 4,560 young people and women have been enrolled in 19 Presidential Industrial Hubs across Uganda for a six-month vocational training program that officially commenced on August 1, 2025.The initiative, fully funded by President Yoweri Museveni, aims to tackle youth une

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Rotary Club of Muyenga Forest Hills Chartered, Pledges to Transform Slums

Rotary Club of Muyenga Forest Hills Chartered, Pledges to Transform Slums

KAMPALA – The Rotary Club of Muyenga Forest Hills has been officially chartered in a colorful ceremony held at Forest Park Muyenga, with top Rotary officials pledging support for the club's ambitious agenda to uplift slum communities.Presided over by Rotary District 9214 Governor Christi

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Meghan Markle makes a big announcement ahead of birthday week

Meghan Markle makes a big announcement ahead of birthday week

The Duchess of Sussex turns 44 on 4 AugustBut Meghan, 43, has just huge announcement and it coincides with a personal date.The mother-of-two will mark her 44th birthday on 4 August, and her As Ever brand team ha

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Tensions Simmer as Minister Ssebugwawo Declares Boycott of Bulange over Kingdom Wrangles

Tensions Simmer as Minister Ssebugwawo Declares Boycott of Bulange over Kingdom Wrangles

Fresh tensions have rocked Buganda Kingdom leadership following reports that Minister Joyce Nabbosa Ssebugwawo has vowed never to set foot in Bulange again, citing unresolved grievances with Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga. The fallout comes just days before Pres

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Smugglers Turn to Company-Branded Vehicles in New Tactics

Smugglers Turn to Company-Branded Vehicles in New Tactics

Smugglers are becoming increasingly inventive, now using company-branded vehicles to disguise their illegal activities, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has revealed.In a recent operation, URA’s enforcement team in Malaba intercepted an MTN MoMo-branded Probox vehicle, registration num

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“I’m Here to Deliver National Transformation,” Says Jonard Asiimwe in NRM Western Vice Chairperson Bid

“I’m Here to Deliver National Transformation,” Says Jonard Asiimwe in NRM Western Vice Chairperson Bid

Eng.Jonard Asiimwe has said he will champion a western-led by nation-impacting transformation as the NRM vice chairperson for Western Uganda.Speaking while unveiling his manifesto at his offices in Kampala, the 37 year old businessman said he is ready to unseat the incumbent and Minister f

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