Karuma Bridge closure: Unra deploys second ferry at Masindi port
The Uganda National Roads Authority (Unra) has added a second ferry at the Masindi Port to ease transport to northern Uganda ahead of the planned closure of the Karuma Br...
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Pakistani Embassy denies involvement in diplomatic passport controversy
The Pakistani Embassy has denied authorising the issuance of a diplomatic passport to the son of the former honorary consul of Pakistan in Uganda. About two weeks ago, th...
Japan grants Shs1.3b to boost Uganda’s health services
The Embassy of Japan on Thursday gave Uganda a grant of more than Shs1.3 billion to strengthen her emergency and disaster prevention systems. The funding is being avai...
Mao calls for improved democracy, urges Ugandans to drive change
Justice and Constitutional Affairs minister, Mr Nobert Mao, has warned that the state of democracy in Uganda is unsatisfactory and called on citizens to demand for better...
Uganda loses Shs4.4 trillion to un-commercialised waste
The collapse of the Kiteezi landfill, which led to the deaths of over 35 people, numerous injuries, and the destruction of several homes, stands as one of the most catast...
Only 10 percent of govt projects are on schedule, NPA report says
Enforcement of publicly funded projects and related investment is underperforming, according to National Planning Authority (NPA). The NPA assessment report further discl...
Govt turns to domestic financiers to close gaps created by reduced external borrowing
The annual debt statistical bulletin and public debt portfolio analysis by the Ministry of Finance indicates that the stock of domestic debt rose from Shs34.5 trillion in...
The silent crisis of air pollution in Kampala
Kampala is projected to experience a population surge of at least 58 percent, growing from approximately four million to seven million by 2035, as detailed in the World P...
Councilors approve new market rates for Soroti City market
Soroti City councilors have approved new rental charges for Soroti Central Market, aiming to resolve ongoing disputes between city authorities and vendors. During a speci...
Activists push for non-custodial alternatives for minor offenses
Human rights activists have called for the implementation of non-custodial sentences to address Uganda’s prison congestion. The Commissioner of Prisons, Mr Apollo Baker...