The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Most Rev Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, has slammed the government for withdrawing allowances for medical interns, yet it spends billions on luxury.He pointed out that Uganda's health system has been left at the mercy of medical interns, the same pe
Job Namanya Apuuli, the Chief Executive Officer of Apuuli Foundation and a seasoned media practitioner, has officially declared his intention to contest for the Kitagwenda County Member of Parliament seat in the 2031–2036 electoral term.Apuuli announced his political ambitions while addr
The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesmus Asiimwe, has suspended all diocesan conferences and days of prayer as part of efforts to prevent the spread of Ebola.Speaking at Riverside Hotel in Rukungiri District, Bishop Asiimwe said he had called off a conference that was scheduled
Manchester United are targeting five new signings this summer after agreeing a deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson, who is set to become the first arrival of the Michael Carrick era. The Red Devils have just secured their return to the Champions League and, having contested only 40 matches acros
Current and former military intelligence chiefs, senior army officers and a British businessman are among witnesses the prosecution intends to call in the treason trial of opposition veteran Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Hajji Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya.The identities of the witnesses
KAMPALA, Uganda — As Uganda marks Martyrs Day on Thursday, churches across the country have intensified Ebola prevention measures following government directives to cancel the national pilgrimage at Namugongo.The annual religious event, traditionally held at Namugongo, attracts millions
Authorities in Fort Portal City have suspended the operation of weekly markets until further notice as part of measures to prevent the spread of Ebola Virus Disease.The suspension which takes immediate effect was announced following a meeting of the city Ebola task force yesterday.W
Mbarara City – Business operations at Mbarara Central Market were disrupted on Tuesday morning after dozens of vendors arrived to find their shops locked by individuals they did not recognize.The unexpected development left many traders stranded and unable to access their merchandise, ca
The High Court in Kampala has directed Luzira Prison authorities to allow full and expanded access for the legal team of Dr. Kizza Besigye and co-accused Hajj Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya as they prepare for trial in a case involving charges that include treason.The order, issued by Justice Emm
Economists, researchers and small business operators are urging government to reduce the 0.5 percent excise duty on mobile money withdrawals, warning that high transaction costs are undermining financial inclusion and hurting small businesses.Mobile money has become one of Uganda’s most
