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Government introduces minimum monthly pay in landmark pension overhaul

Government introduces minimum monthly pay in landmark pension overhaul

Public Service Minister, Hon. Muruli MukasaKAMPALA, Uganda — The government has overhauled the public service pension system, introducing a minimum monthly payment and a contributory model designed to ensure retirees can afford basic necessities.The reforms, part of the Public Ser

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ALL IS WELL? UNOC Bosses Exposed as Leaked Dossier Flags Strategic Failures, Fuel Security Gaps Amidst Middle East War

ALL IS WELL? UNOC Bosses Exposed as Leaked Dossier Flags Strategic Failures, Fuel Security Gaps Amidst Middle East War

The heat is on at the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) after the Auditor General’s December 2025 report tore through the glossy public relations spin amidst war on Iran and laid bare troubling gaps in fuel security, funding shortfalls, underperformance and strategic failures that now raise un

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Night Raid Ends Motorcycle Crime Spree in Wakiso

Night Raid Ends Motorcycle Crime Spree in Wakiso

Police in Wakiso have scored a major win against motorcycle crime after arresting three suspects linked to a series of violent robberies. The operation, carried out by the Uganda Police Force, followed weeks of intelligence gathering targeting gangs terrorizing riders and residents in Wakiso and

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Power generation drops to 4,300MW as gas shortfall hampers thermal plants

Power generation drops to 4,300MW as gas shortfall hampers thermal plants

Electricity generation in Nigeria has fallen to an average of 4,300 megawatts (MW) following a significant reduction in gas supply to thermal power stations, the Nigerian Independent System Operator, NISO, has disclosed.In a power supply update issued to journalists in Taraba state, the Yo

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ABSA BANK HEIST! City lawyers Audrey, Stuart sent to Luzira over alleged theft of Belgian National’s Sh700m via Absa bank

ABSA BANK HEIST! City lawyers Audrey, Stuart sent to Luzira over alleged theft of Belgian National’s Sh700m via Absa bank

JAILED: Audrey Muhindo (R) and Stuart Kasingye (L)Two Kampala-based lawyers have been remanded to Luzira prisons over the alleged theft of Shs700 million said to have been fraudulently transferred from a Belgian national’s bank account.According to charge sheets referenced under C

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Gov’t hands over Shs3.8Bn roads in Nakaseke

Gov’t hands over Shs3.8Bn roads in Nakaseke

Government has commissioned Shs3.8Bn community access roads in Nakaseke under the LEGS project, boosting dairy farming, trade and local revenue growth.Ministry of Local Government Permanent Secretary Ben Kumumanya cuts the ribbon to commission the Gayaza–Kalungu–Mityomere Road in Nakas

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Stop teaching girls to pull – Minister Mutuuzo challenges “valueless and outdated” traditional norms

Stop teaching girls to pull – Minister Mutuuzo challenges “valueless and outdated” traditional norms

The Minister of State for Gender and Culture, Hon. Peace Mutuuzo, has advised Ugandans to drop cultures and norms that do not add much value to children.In a brief encounter with the media, Hon. Mutuuzo is heard pointing out how traditional cultures like visiting the bush and pulling do no

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Gaming stakes to hit Shs14.1 trillion as regulator revenue rises from Shs17.4 billion to Shs391 billion in 10 years

Gaming stakes to hit Shs14.1 trillion as regulator revenue rises from Shs17.4 billion to Shs391 billion in 10 years

Finance Minister, Matia Kasaija congralating Mr Kenneth Kitariho (right) upon his inauguration as Chairperson of the NLGRB. Looking on is outgoing board chairperson Aloysius Mugasa (2nd left) and CEO Denis Mudene Ngabirano.Ten years after it was created, the National Lotteries and Gaming R

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Sheilah Gashumba celebrates 30th birthday in Don Julio style

Sheilah Gashumba celebrates 30th birthday in Don Julio style

Sunday evening was laced with energy and elegance, as Don Julio tequila, the world’s finest luxury tequila, joined socialite Sheilah Gashumba aka Lil Stunner, to celebrate her 30th birthday. The celebration unfolded at the Mediterraneo rooftop, where Sheilah’s friends and family gather

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Court adjourns terrorism case against MP Kivumbi, orders state to fast-track investigations

Court adjourns terrorism case against MP Kivumbi, orders state to fast-track investigations

BUTAMBALA – The Butambala Chief Magistrate’s Court has adjourned proceedings in the terrorism case against Butambala County Member of Parliament Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi and 24 others, granting the prosecution more time to conclude investigations.During the court session, the defence t

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