Mounting fear, distrust push Ugandans away from civic engagement
Mounting fear and declining trust in political processes are driving Ugandans away from civic engagement, according to the newly released Civic Space Index Report 2024 by...
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'I Came Using Foot': Jesca Nabukeera’s Walk of Faith That Changed Her Life
Every year, thousands of pilgrims from across Uganda and even beyond walk long distances to Namugongo to participate in the Uganda Martyrs' Day celebrations.These journey...
Iteso Cultural Union Secures Land Title, Palace Construction to Begin
The Iteso Cultural Union (ICU) has taken a historic leap forward with the long-awaited approval of the construction of the Royal Palace, marking a monumental chapter in t...
Kapelebyong Locals Embrace Skills Training Program to Boost Livelihoods
Residents of Amero village in Asamuk sub-county Kapelebyong have welcomed a life-changing skills development initiative brought to them by the Countryside Innovation Netw...
Alupo Calls for Greater Media Freedom to Drive Social-Economic Transformation
Vice President Jessica Alupo has said that media freedom is not only a democratic necessity but also a powerful driver of social and economic transformation.She was speak...
Museveni Blocks Majority of RDCs from Contesting in 2026 Elections
President Museveni has declined to approve the resignation requests of several Resident District Commissioners (RDCs) and their deputies who had expressed interest in co...
Jinja Tourism Institute Inks Shs1.1bn Grant Deal With Belgian Agency to Support Skills Training
In a strategic move to foster green and decent employment opportunities for Ugandan youth, Enabel, the Belgian agency for international cooperation, and the Uganda Hotel...
Northern Pilgrims March to Namugongo as COU Flags Off Martyrs Mission Week
Hundreds of Anglican faithful from Northern Uganda are trekking on foot to Namugongo for this year’s Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations, as the Church of Greater Northern...
Trump administration freezes all new student visas - including Brit's
Secretary of State Marco Rubio signed a cable to freeze student visa applications (Image: AP)The Trump era clampdown strikes again as all fresh student visa applications...
Former Minister Syda Bbumba back as NRM VP
Former Minister of Finance Syda Bbumba has bounced back into active politics after being elected as the vice chairperson of the Nakaseke District NRM party.Bbumba, 73...