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UPC Urges Ugandans To Resort To“BUBU” To Reduce On Foreign Aid Dependency

Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) party has called upon Ugandans to embrace president Museveni’s call of “Buy Uganda Build Uganda” (BUBU) as a way to reduce dependency on foreign funding. The call was made Wednesday by UPC party Spokesperson Sharon Ayat Arach, who,

August 17, 2023

Business

Min.Anite,UIA Tour Namanve Industrial Park, Applaud Lagan Dott’s Performance On Infrastructure Development

The state Minister for Investment, Hon. Evelyn Anite has commended Lagan Dott a company which was contracted to improve infrastructure in the industrial Park for tremendous work done so far. “I am quite impressed, i saw the place when it was really

August 17, 2023

News

Gov’t Unveils New Strategies to Counter Human Trafficking

The Ministry of Internal Affairs, together with the Coordination Office for Prevention of Trafficking in Persons (COPTIP), has concluded new communication strategies that will enhance the fight against human trafficking. CP Julius Twinomujuni, the National Coordinator of COPTIP, said the new strategies

August 15, 2023

Sports

BigTalent: Express FC Sign Bebe Cool’s Son Alpha Ssali On 2 Year Contract

Uganda football giant Express FC have signed talented Alpha Ssali on a two year deal after leaving Proline FC. Ssali announced last week that he had left boyhood club Proline FC. The sixth time Uganda Premier League champions Express FC announced the

August 14, 2023

Politics

UPC Asks Govt To Exempt Taxes On Life Jackets, Proposes Phasing Out Of Canoe Boats From Lakes

The Uganda Peoples Congress (UPC) has urged Government to remove taxes on life jackets so that Ugandans who use water bodies can access them at cheaper rates and save lives. This comes after the unfortunate incident of the Lake Victoria boat accident

August 11, 2023

Lifestyle

EXCLUSIVE SCOOP: Optional Allan Unleashes “That Mulago Boy, Apologetically Funny” Comedy Extravaganza at the National Theater!

Kampala: Brace yourselves, comedy connoisseurs, for a comedic explosion like no other! The irrepressibly hilarious Kibuka Allan, aka the infamous Optional Allan, is gearing up to hit the stage once again with his uproarious comedy showdown, “That Mulago Boy, Apologetically Funny.” Mark

August 9, 2023

National News

Big-hearted ONC Boss Donates Relief Items Worth Millions To Excel Vocational Training Centre After Fire Tragedy

The Office of the National Chairman (ONC), headed by Hajjat Hadija Namyalo, on Monday August 7, 2023, donated relief items to Excel Vocational Training Centre in Kalule, Luwero District, weeks after the institution was gutted by fire that destroyed property worth millions

August 8, 2023

National News

Excitement Engulfs NRM Supporters As Bazzukulu Prepare To Throw Massive Birthday Celebrations For President Museveni As He Turns 79

Thousands of National Resistance Movement (NRM) supporters especially the youths (Bazzukulu) are warming up to storm Kololo Airstrip on September 8th, 2023 to celebrate President Yoweri Kaguta’s 79th birthday. The fete, which has been organised by a team of dedicated Bazzukulu, with

August 7, 2023

National News

OP-ED: EY Africa Leaders Induction 2023: Embracing Legacy, Igniting Growth

As the EY Africa Leaders Induction concluded this past week in the bustling city of Johannesburg, the essence of our gathering continues to resonate. I find myself ruminating not only on the powerful connections forged during the event but also on the indelible

August 6, 2023

Op-ed

OP-ED: Tackling Corruption: Government Should Regulate Politicians and Fundraising Functions

Saturday and Sunday are the worst days for today’s politicians. They are days when politicians “must account” for the votes and support they received from the electorates. Fundraising functions for local churches are common, while support for hospitals, community roads, or schools

August 6, 2023