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Uganda Law Society Featured image for Ssemakadde Bangs the Wall: She Is A Liar And A Fool
Thu 05 Dec, 2024 18:34
Ssemakadde Bangs the Wall: She Is A Liar And A Fool
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Editor's Note | We have decided to publish this December 5 letter by Uganda Law Society president Isaac Ssemakadde to his predecessor Pheona Nabasa Wall as is to maintain every breath in it, every jui...


Uncategorized Featured image for Efforts to Amplify Women’s Voices in Uganda’s Media Gain Momentum
Mon 02 Dec, 2024 18:41
Efforts to Amplify Women’s Voices in Uganda’s Media Gain Momentum
Featured image for Efforts to Amplify Women’s Voices in Uganda’s Media Gain Momentum

According to the Uganda Communications Commission, only 24% of media portrayals of women are positive, while research by the African Women’s Development and Communication Network reveals that just 15%...


Namboole stadium Featured image for Fufa President Who Brought Pele in 1976 Dies at 70

Sports Featured image for Equity Bank MD Kituuka Leaves
Sat 30 Nov, 2024 15:21
Equity Bank MD Kituuka Leaves
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Equity Bank Uganda managing director Anthony Kituuka resigns, bringing an end to his ten-year tenure during which the bank achieved significant growth but also took huge hits following stock loan scan...


News Featured image for Former Boda Operator Wins Master Africa Painting Competition
Mon 25 Nov, 2024 13:13
Former Boda Operator Wins Master Africa Painting Competition
Featured image for Former Boda Operator Wins Master Africa Painting Competition

Kaweesi credited his best friend, Byayo, for introducing him to Vision Africa International, where he honed his painting skills with guidance from other artists.


Munyonyo Waterfront Hotel Apartments Featured image for Fact-Check: Misleading Claim About Winnie Byanyima and Justice Frances Abodo Photo

Thomas W Interior Architects Pty Featured image for Buildnet Partners with South African Experts to Deliver Munyonyo’s Premier Luxury Waterfront Apartments
Mon 25 Nov, 2024 11:35
Buildnet Partners with South African Experts to Deliver Munyonyo’s Premier Luxury Waterfront Apartments
Featured image for Buildnet Partners with South African Experts to Deliver Munyonyo’s Premier Luxury Waterfront Apartments

The development is spearheaded by Johannesburg-based Thomas W Interior Architects Pty (Ltd), renowned for their cutting-edge design and construction management expertise.


World Children’s Day Featured image for Mbonye: Besigye’s 'disappearance' was prophesied a year ago
Sat 23 Nov, 2024 16:16
Mbonye: Besigye’s 'disappearance' was prophesied a year ago
Featured image for Mbonye: Besigye’s 'disappearance' was prophesied a year ago

The episode which has thrown political commentators both in Uganda and Kenya into a frenzy specifically questioning the sovereignty of Kenya and the legality of the move, was foretold on Tuesday, Octo...


Features Featured image for How Parody Accounts Fuel Misinformation and Tips to Identify Them

education system Featured image for General Muhoozi Critics: A Case of Hypocrisy or Sheer Ignorance?
Fri 22 Nov, 2024 13:50
General Muhoozi Critics: A Case of Hypocrisy or Sheer Ignorance?
Featured image for General Muhoozi Critics: A Case of Hypocrisy or Sheer Ignorance?

Critics of Muhoozi often fail to acknowledge the historical context of Western interference in African governance.


taxes Featured image for ICC Issues Arrest Warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

News Featured image for Majambere remanded over UGX 318M Land Fraud Scandal

Owino market flooding Featured image for Byanyima Demands Govt Release Husband Besigye Following 'Abduction in Kenya'
Wed 20 Nov, 2024 01:30
Byanyima Demands Govt Release Husband Besigye Following 'Abduction in Kenya'
Featured image for Byanyima Demands Govt Release Husband Besigye Following 'Abduction in Kenya'

The alleged abduction in Kenya comes on the back of a similar experience suffered by 36 members of Dr Kizza Besigye political house in Kisumu four months ago.


Tax Waiver Featured image for Faiz Café Bistro: A Rising Star in Uganda’s Culinary Scene
Tue 19 Nov, 2024 12:31
Faiz Café Bistro: A Rising Star in Uganda’s Culinary Scene
Featured image for Faiz Café Bistro: A Rising Star in Uganda’s Culinary Scene

Situated at JB Plaza, opposite Equity Bank on Bombo Road, the bistro is gaining a reputation for its innovative approach to food and outstanding customer experience.


ura Featured image for What You Must Know (And Do) About Ongoing URA Tax Waiver
Tue 19 Nov, 2024 11:59
What You Must Know (And Do) About Ongoing URA Tax Waiver
Featured image for What You Must Know (And Do) About Ongoing URA Tax Waiver

Through an amendment to the Tax Procedures Act 2014, taxpayers can benefit from a waiver of interest and penalties on overdue taxes as of June 30, 2023, provided the principal amount is cleared by Dec...


News Featured image for Court Orders Prosecution to Disclose Evidence in Katanga Trial
Tue 12 Nov, 2024 19:52
Court Orders Prosecution to Disclose Evidence in Katanga Trial
Featured image for Court Orders Prosecution to Disclose Evidence in Katanga Trial

Despite the judge's order for the prosecution to disclose evidence, he deferred the decision on its admissibility to a later stage in the trial.


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education system Featured image for Premier League referee Coote suspended over alleged video
Mon 11 Nov, 2024 20:35
Premier League referee Coote suspended over alleged video
Featured image for Premier League referee Coote suspended over alleged video

The video, widely shared on social media, has not been verified by the BBC. It is unclear when it was filmed or its authenticity.


education system Featured image for Champs Busiki Fall as Semifinal Lineup is Set for MTN Busoga Masaza Cup
Mon 11 Nov, 2024 18:45
Champs Busiki Fall as Semifinal Lineup is Set for MTN Busoga Masaza Cup
Featured image for Champs Busiki Fall as Semifinal Lineup is Set for MTN Busoga Masaza Cup

Reigning champions Busiki were stunned on Friday in a nail-biting 1-0 defeat to Bugabula, while other emerging teams battled for a place in the semi-finals. Here’s a roundup of the action.


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Thu 07 Nov, 2024 23:08
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News Featured image for Prophet Mbonye Moves to Support National Welfare Programmes
Mon 04 Nov, 2024 12:00
Prophet Mbonye Moves to Support National Welfare Programmes
Featured image for Prophet Mbonye Moves to Support National Welfare Programmes

The prophet explained that some people need material blessings to recognise God’s grace, committing to provide for individuals, families, and potentially the government.


Minister of Agriculture Featured image for Dr Cyprian Opira: Medics Hail Late Lacor Hospital Director as Pioneer of Radiology
Mon 04 Nov, 2024 10:35
Dr Cyprian Opira: Medics Hail Late Lacor Hospital Director as Pioneer of Radiology
Featured image for Dr Cyprian Opira: Medics Hail Late Lacor Hospital Director as Pioneer of Radiology

Minister Mao recounted Dr Opira’s selflessness, recalling how the deceased medic provided essential medical assistance despite facing his own health battles.


Sports Featured image for Ecobank Uganda Honours Community Heroes 
Wed 30 Oct, 2024 16:12
Ecobank Uganda Honours Community Heroes 
Featured image for Ecobank Uganda Honours Community Heroes 

Ugandans shared moving stories and images of community champions, showcasing their dedication to improving lives.


Serbia Featured image for Speaker Among Elected Vice Chair of African Speakers’ Assembly
Sun 27 Oct, 2024 18:05
Speaker Among Elected Vice Chair of African Speakers’ Assembly
Featured image for Speaker Among Elected Vice Chair of African Speakers’ Assembly

The election took place during the 2nd General Assembly of the Conference of Speakers and Presidents of African Legislatures in Accra, Ghana.


Usafi Park Featured image for Texol Energies Brightens Katwe with Street Lights and Humps Installation
Fri 25 Oct, 2024 21:28
Texol Energies Brightens Katwe with Street Lights and Humps Installation
Featured image for Texol Energies Brightens Katwe with Street Lights and Humps Installation

The project, a collaboration between Texol and local leaders, aims to reduce road accidents and improve security by illuminating key areas of the neighborhood.


Sports Featured image for MTN Foundation Boosts Digital Access at St Joseph’s Seminary Nyenga
Fri 25 Oct, 2024 21:10
MTN Foundation Boosts Digital Access at St Joseph’s Seminary Nyenga
Featured image for MTN Foundation Boosts Digital Access at St Joseph’s Seminary Nyenga

This initiative aligns with Uganda’s Vision 2040 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, underscoring the importance of digital literacy in national development.


Sheikh Hafidh Haroon Muhammad Bukenya Featured image for PICTURES | Sheikh Bukenya Sworn-in as Deputy Mufti
Thu 24 Oct, 2024 20:31
PICTURES | Sheikh Bukenya Sworn-in as Deputy Mufti
Featured image for PICTURES | Sheikh Bukenya Sworn-in as Deputy Mufti

The decision was anounced by Director of Shariah at the USMC Old Kampala in the presence of Mufti Shaban Mubajja.


Table Mountain Featured image for Oliver Mbekeka: UPL’s First Female Coach Triumphs in Dramatic Debut
Wed 23 Oct, 2024 11:27
Oliver Mbekeka: UPL’s First Female Coach Triumphs in Dramatic Debut
Featured image for Oliver Mbekeka: UPL’s First Female Coach Triumphs in Dramatic Debut

Under the floodlights in the Nakivubo Stadium, Mbekeka's Lugazi outwitted traditional giants Express with a prized 1-0 win, their first ever in the topflight.


Uganda martyrs canonisation Featured image for Museveni hails Christian values at Uganda Martyrs' canonization anniversary in Vatican
Sun 20 Oct, 2024 13:26
Museveni hails Christian values at Uganda Martyrs' canonization anniversary in Vatican
Featured image for Museveni hails Christian values at Uganda Martyrs' canonization anniversary in Vatican

The President was represented at the Martyrs Canonisation Anniversary at the Vatican City by Deputy Speaker William Tayebwa


News Featured image for Ruto nominates interior minister as new deputy president
Fri 18 Oct, 2024 11:19
Ruto nominates interior minister as new deputy president
Featured image for Ruto nominates interior minister as new deputy president

The decision comes hours after Rigathi Gachagua was impeached from office by the Senate on Thursday night even as he took in ill at a Nairobi hospital.


robert kyagulanyi Featured image for Kyagulanyi Expresses Alarm Over 'Abduction' of NUP Leader Denis Senono
Tue 08 Oct, 2024 12:49
Kyagulanyi Expresses Alarm Over 'Abduction' of NUP Leader Denis Senono
Featured image for Kyagulanyi Expresses Alarm Over 'Abduction' of NUP Leader Denis Senono

Mr Kyagulanyi took to his X account (formerly Twitter) to bring attention to the incident, stating that Senono was forcibly taken shortly after leaving the NUP headquarters.


NGO Bureau Featured image for GSB Uganda Ramps Up Commitment to Youth through Sports, Education
Wed 02 Oct, 2024 14:00
GSB Uganda Ramps Up Commitment to Youth through Sports, Education
Featured image for GSB Uganda Ramps Up Commitment to Youth through Sports, Education

This initiative underscores the company's belief that empowering youth through sports and education is among the most impactful contributions they can make to the community.


UCI Road World Championships Featured image for Kigali to Host Historic 2025 UCI Road World Championships
Mon 30 Sep, 2024 15:55
Kigali to Host Historic 2025 UCI Road World Championships
Featured image for Kigali to Host Historic 2025 UCI Road World Championships

First-ever UCI Road World Championships on African Soil Set for September 2025


Rotary International Featured image for Industrialist Emmanuel Katongole Elected as Rotary International Director
Sat 28 Sep, 2024 19:16
Industrialist Emmanuel Katongole Elected as Rotary International Director
Featured image for Industrialist Emmanuel Katongole Elected as Rotary International Director

Katongole is the Co-Founder and Chairman of Quality Chemical Industries Ltd (QCIL), a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer in Africa.


Otafiire Featured image for Katanga Trial: Defence lawyers suggest police expert examined wrong gun
Thu 26 Sep, 2024 16:04
Katanga Trial: Defence lawyers suggest police expert examined wrong gun
Featured image for Katanga Trial: Defence lawyers suggest police expert examined wrong gun

As the trial resumed before Justice Isaac Muwata of the High Court Criminal Division in Kampala on Thursday, the defence attorneys cross-examining Mr Mubiru pointed to discrepancies in forensic eviden...


Health Featured image for Uganda Sets Sights on Universal Health Coverage by 2030
Wed 25 Sep, 2024 14:32
Uganda Sets Sights on Universal Health Coverage by 2030
Featured image for Uganda Sets Sights on Universal Health Coverage by 2030

Uganda has made notable strides toward UHC over the past two decades, with the service coverage index doubling from 22% to 50% between 2000 and 2020.


Otafiire Featured image for We're a forensic laboratory, not a kitchen - expert quizzed on Katanga DNA tells court
Tue 24 Sep, 2024 12:14
We're a forensic laboratory, not a kitchen - expert quizzed on Katanga DNA tells court
Featured image for We're a forensic laboratory, not a kitchen - expert quizzed on Katanga DNA tells court

The cross-examination of Andrew Kizimula Mubiru, the director of forensics in the Uganda Police Force continues on September 26 before Justice Isaac Muwata


News Featured image for Unruffled Kabanda Tells Gen Muhoozi: 'We Will Sustain Our Mission'
Mon 23 Sep, 2024 20:57
Unruffled Kabanda Tells Gen Muhoozi: 'We Will Sustain Our Mission'
Featured image for Unruffled Kabanda Tells Gen Muhoozi: 'We Will Sustain Our Mission'

Muhoozi, son of President Museveni, has declared that he will not seek election to succeed his father, choosing instead to concentrate on transforming the army.


Sports Featured image for Empowering Tomorrow: ELP scholars leading Africa’s innovation for resilience
Mon 16 Sep, 2024 15:49
Empowering Tomorrow: ELP scholars leading Africa’s innovation for resilience
Featured image for Empowering Tomorrow: ELP scholars leading Africa’s innovation for resilience

Mr Eliud Njogu and Mr Julius Njuguna, co-founders of E&M Technology and alumni of the Equity Leaders Program (ELP), unveiled the first phase of an Innovation Hub rollout.


Kidney disease Featured image for Deputy Speaker Tayebwa relishes Golf Impact to economy

Zainab Ssengendo Featured image for HRNJ replaces equipment for Masaka journalists assaulted by NUP bodyguards
Fri 30 Aug, 2024 19:49
HRNJ replaces equipment for Masaka journalists assaulted by NUP bodyguards
Featured image for HRNJ replaces equipment for Masaka journalists assaulted by NUP bodyguards

Next Media’s Zainab Namusaazi Ssengendo's camera, valued at Shs1.5 million, was destroyed in the altercation, while Radio Simba’s Margaret Kayondo's phone, worth Shs800,000, was stolen.


ura Featured image for Ibrahim Bbossa steps out of the tax machine to end service with Caesar
Fri 30 Aug, 2024 02:16
Ibrahim Bbossa steps out of the tax machine to end service with Caesar
Featured image for Ibrahim Bbossa steps out of the tax machine to end service with Caesar

Ibrahim Bbossa leaves URA but is coy on his next destination


Ugandanews Featured image for How Young Political Parties Can Succeed in Uganda's Challenging Environment
Thu 29 Aug, 2024 22:24
How Young Political Parties Can Succeed in Uganda's Challenging Environment
Featured image for How Young Political Parties Can Succeed in Uganda's Challenging Environment

By focusing on transparency, accountability, and inclusivity, young parties can differentiate themselves from the older, more established parties that are often seen as out of touch with the needs of...


education system Featured image for Institute an inquest into Kiteezi landfill tragedy
Thu 15 Aug, 2024 15:45
Institute an inquest into Kiteezi landfill tragedy
Featured image for Institute an inquest into Kiteezi landfill tragedy

The Kiteezi landfill collapse, which has claimed over 30 lives, starkly exposes the government’s gross negligence and corruption. Immediate, accountable action is essential.


Opinions Featured image for Mirundi’s unconventional influence lives on
Wed 14 Aug, 2024 22:01
Mirundi’s unconventional influence lives on
Featured image for Mirundi’s unconventional influence lives on

In his death, dare we be reminded of those words by Friedrich Nietzsche: “Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.”


Opinions Featured image for Uganda accountancy qualifications framework: Bridging the gap in professional accountancy

News Featured image for From Ghana to Uganda: Africa monologue challenge continues to transform storytelling

Sports Featured image for Dei pharma sues bank over inflated loan

Sepsis Featured image for Babies in Nigeria are being born with antibiotic resistant bacteria
Wed 07 Aug, 2024 16:41
Babies in Nigeria are being born with antibiotic resistant bacteria
Featured image for Babies in Nigeria are being born with antibiotic resistant bacteria

In 2020, 2.4 million newborn babies died of sepsis in the first month of their lives. Most of these deaths happened in sub-Saharan Africa.