MTN Pays shs42.5bn in Statutory Levy to UCC
MTN Uganda has paid Shs 42.5 billion to the Uganda Communications Commission’s (UCC) Universal Service and Access Fund (USAF) as its statutory levy.The amount represen...
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Nyege Nyege festival kicks off in Jinja
The renowned Nyege Nyege International Cultural Music Festival has commenced in Jinja City, bringing with it a vibrant atmosphere and economic potential. This ninth editi...
Uganda demands more support to host refugees
The Ugandan government has presented a set of demands to the international community, including funding agencies, in response to the increasing burden of hosting refugees...
Busia to Celebrate 62 Years of Uganda’s Independence
Busia District is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to host Uganda’s 62nd Independence Day celebrations on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. This is the first time the dis...
Ankole Surgical Camp Surpasses 500 Operations in a Single Day
More than 400 patients underwent successful surgeries on the first day of the Ankole Surgical Camp, according to Halson Kagure, Public Relations Officer at Mbarara Referr...
Religion, politics still fuelling violent extremism in Uganda– report
Uganda is still at risk of violent extremism in defence of religion, ideology, and political goals, a new report released on September 18 shows. Violent extremism refers...
How more conferences will boost our economy
Briefly tell us about yourself.I have been the chief executive officer of Uganda Hotel Owners Association (UHOA) for the last eight years. I started as the first female C...
Urban refugees facing higher mental health risks -health boss
The head of the mental health division in the Health Ministry, Dr Hafsa Lukwata, has said refugees in urban areas are reporting more severe mental health issues compared...
Denver International Airport Prepares for Record-High 100 Million Passengers
Denver International Airport (DIA) is gearing up to handle a projected 100 million passengers annually, scheduled to arrive as early as 2027, five years ahead of previous...
How refugee project is changing lives
For nearly 20 years, 54-year-old Patrick Aluma Waigo lived a modest life as a subsistence farmer in Aluru Sub-county, Lea Parish, Moyo District in northern Uganda.His asp...