Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) in partnership with the African Organisation for Standardisations (ARSO) has launched 15 African standards for edible insects, aimed at improving consumer safety and boosting trade in the emerging sector.The standards, unveiled on Monday at a two-
Presidential hopeful Elton Joseph Mabirizi’s nomination has been temporarily deferred after the Electoral Commission (EC) flagged an outstanding issue in his documents.EC Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama did not specify the exact nature of the discrepancy.“Upon reviewing his
I start with two apologies. First, last week, in the absence of the Dean and Deputy Dean of the School of Law, I had to dedicate substantial time holding fort in both instances – which allowed me an even greater appreciation of the burden that administrators s
As the world marks International Identity Day, Uganda’s National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has raised concerns about the slow progress in birth registration and national identity renewals, warning that stagnation could derail efforts to
Youth leaders have raised the alarm over the increasing political manipulation of young Ugandans ahead of the 2026 general elections, calling for peaceful and lawful participation in the democratic process.Makerere University Guild President, Churchill James Ssentamu, was among those who v
Despite the national power grid passing through several communities in Ibanda District, many households remain without electricity—trapped in darkness by the high cost of connections.This persistent lack of access continues to hamper livelihoods, with children in day-scholar schools part
Sharjah, UAE – The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has held talks with Sheikh Majid Faisal Al Qasimi, the Deputy Minister of Trade and Finance in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, to strengthen trade and investment cooperation.Sharjah, one of the seven emirates of the UAE, contr
In 2005, Uganda returned to the multiparty political system after years of a one-party structure. This change followed a national referendum where citizens voted to allow different political parties to operate freely. To guide this new system, the government pas
The delicious and sumptuous dinner served aside, the president involved the different members of the Uganda Cranes CHAN 2024 squad to a heartily conversation before he announced the fulfillment of the Ug.Shs 2.4 billion.President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni
Pope Leo XIV has urged Catholic lawmakers to draw inspiration from St Augustine’s City of God as they navigate shifting global politics, warning against reducing human flourishing to mere wealth or consumer comfort.Addressing the International Catholic Legislators Network in the Clementi
