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Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and Daughter Sheena to Receive Presidential Honour for NAM and G77+China Summit Contributions

Mubende, Uganda – Ugandan billionaire and philanthropist Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and his daughter, Sheena Ruparelia, are set to receive national recognition for their instrumental role in the success of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77+China summits hosted in Uganda last year. The

January 24, 2025

National News

Deputy IGG Muhairwe Under Fire For Allegedly Torturing Police Officer,Grabbing Wetland

Deputy Inspector General of Government Anne Twinomugisha Muhairwe has been accused of environmental violations and misconduct in a case that has drawn significant public attention. The allegations involve the degradation of wetland areas, intimidation of a police officer, and abuse of authority,

January 24, 2025

Big Story

Museveni Hails NAGRC&DB Success in Greater Busoga

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has commended the National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB) for its remarkable performance in Greater Busoga during his recent wealth creation tour. The President applauded the agency for its pivotal role in implementing the Parish

January 23, 2025

Big Story

How Sanjeev Mansotra Combines Philanthropy and Green Practices

Sustainable development has become the most crucial topic nowadays in the global debate, especially in Africa, where the challenge is to achieve a balance between economic growth and environmental protection. Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and innovator Sanjeev Mansotra focuses on addressing these challenges through

January 23, 2025

Big Story

Byabakama Exposes Suspended Secretary Leonard Mulekwah’s Dirty Deals At EC Ahead Of 2026 Polls

The Electoral Commission (EC) has come under scrutiny after suspending six staff members, including Secretary Leonard Mulekwah, amid allegations of mismanagement of funds. EC Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to combating corruption, emphasizing its zero-tolerance policy. The suspensions,

January 23, 2025

Politics

Mark My Words Soon,NUP Will Be Finished -Museveni

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has once again championed the Parish Development Model (PDM) as a transformative program aimed at uplifting Ugandans from poverty. While touring the Busoga sub-region, the President highlighted the initiative’s successes and castigated opposition groups, specifically the National Unity

January 23, 2025

Big Story·Education

PLE 2024: Hormisdallen, Kampala Parents Headline Schools with Best Students Scoring 4 in 4

The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has released the 2024 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) results, with boys continuing to outperform girls overall, except in the English subject. UNEB figures reveal that 84,301 candidates achieved Division One, representing 10.7% of those who sat

January 23, 2025

Health

Rot Unearthed In Uganda’s Abattoirs Raising Public Health Risks

The Parliamentary Committee on Health has issued a stark warning about the dangerous state of abattoirs and slaughterhouses across Uganda, pointing to severe public health concerns caused by unsanitary practices and poor infrastructure. The findings, presented by Committee Chairperson Dr. Asaba Ruyonga,

January 23, 2025

Security

UPDF,Algeria Sign Historic Military Cooperation Agreement

Uganda and Algeria have strengthened their military collaboration through the signing of a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening ties between the two nations’ armed forces. The agreement, which follows the recent visit by Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence

January 23, 2025

News

King Saha Counts Losses As Police Cancel Revolutionary Concert

Renowned Ugandan artist Mansur Ssemanda, popularly known as King Saha, has faced an unexpected setback as his much-anticipated concert, scheduled for Friday, January 24th, has been postponed. The Uganda Police cited concerns over the structural integrity of the venue, Lugogo Cricket Oval,

January 23, 2025