Close to half of agricultural loan applications are rejected, data in the Bank of Uganda 2024 Annual Report shows. The report, which reviews different funds managed by the Central Bank, including the Petroleum Fund and the Small Business Recovery Fund, among others, indicates that in the
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who is on the verge of being kicked out of office through impeachment, has appealed to his boss, President William Ruto, for forgiveness. Mr Gachagua on Sunday made a passionate appeal to Dr Ruto, saying while he was not aware of any transgressions, he
Supporters of current Tunisian President Kais Saied began celebrations in the capital on Sunday night after an exit poll broadcast on state television showed him winning, beating two rivals, one of whom is now in prison Saied on Sunday faced two election rivals: his former ally turned cr
Fufa celebrated 100 years of existence on Friday as a prelude to the centurion annual general meeting in Wakiso District. However, Ugandan football history dates back to the 19th century when it was first introduced by missionaries. We dig into this storied past in this timeline of events,
Tunisia's election on Sunday pits President Kais Saied, who rights groups say has removed most democratic checks on his power, against a candidate who was suddenly jailed last month and another who heads a minor political party. Candidates who represented bigger opposition groups were al
This past week, panic has gripped East Africans in the Middle East as Lebanon came under a hail of fire from Israel and tensions between Tel Aviv and Iran reached a crescendo. The Kenyan government has been struggling to get its nationals to register for evacuation, as someÂ
The government has renewed its call to phase out the use of mercury among Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Miners (ASGM), citing severe health risks and environmental pollution. Phiona Nyamutoro, Minister of State for Energy and Mineral Development (Minerals), emphasized the urgency of thi
At 10:22am, presiding Judge Isaac Muwata walks into the courtroom. The court clerk calls for the case file. Assistant DPP Samali Wakooli cites the legal representation for the prosecution and defence, both present.
At 10:22am, presiding Judge Isaac Muwata walks into the courtroom. The court clerk calls for the case file. Assistant DPP Samali Wakooli cites the legal representation for the prosecution and defence, both present. Wakooli: We have a new witness and we are ready to proceed. Judge: Ar
In 60 days, Mr Peter Arape, the refugee welfare officer II for Agojo Refugee Settlement in Ciforo Sub-county, Adjumani District, mediated 14 conflicts between refugees and host communities. “The conflicts stem from cattle owned by refugees grazing on farmlands of the host communities n
