Health Minister Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng has revealed that construction of the International Specialised Hospital of Uganda in Lubowa has reached 45% completion. Addressing the Parliamentary Committee on Health in January ,2025, Aceng stated that the project, approved in 2019 under a Public-Private Partnership with the Italian firm Finasi-ISHU Construction SPV SMC Limited, is expected…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has raised concerns over a Shs623.9 billion funding gap that threatens the successful conduct of Uganda’s 2026 general elections. Presenting the Budget Framework Paper for the Financial Year 2025/26 to the Committee on Legal and Parliamentary affairs , the EC Chairperson, Justice Simon Byabakama, called on Parliament to address the financial…
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) hosted a crucial meeting with the Democratic Alliance Uganda on Monday afternoon at the party’s headquarters in Najjankumbi. The meeting was led by the Democratic Alliance’s coordinator, Rt. Hon. Mathias Mpuuga, and attended by top FDC leaders, including Party President Hon. Patrick Oboi Amuriat, National Chairman Hon. Jack Sabiiti,…
he simmering political rivalry in Uganda’s Lango sub-region has taken a dramatic turn, with Minister of Internal Affairs Maj Gen (Rtd) Kahinda Otafiire launching a pointed critique of Gender Minister Betty Amongi. Otafiire accused Amongi of failing to meet her responsibilities in Oyam South, which she has represented in parliament since 2011, and questioned her…
In a shocking revelation to Parliament this January, Uganda’s Auditor General, Edward Akol, reported that the nation is hemorrhaging UGX 11 trillion every year due to illicit gold exports. The findings have raised concerns about the state of Uganda’s mining industry and the inadequacies in its regulatory framework. Akol’s report exposed significant breaches in trade…
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Jacob Oboth-Oboth, has requested the parliamentary committee on Defence and Internal Affairs to postpone a meeting initially planned for Monday, January 20, 2025. In a letter sent over the weekend, Oboth-Oboth explained that the Ministry would be unable to attend due to a conflicting engagement with the Cabinet.…
In a high-stakes operation, a joint team of police, the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF), and local leaders dismantled a criminal hideout in the Lubigi swamp. The gang, notorious for terrorizing commuters through violent robberies and phone snatching, had set up grass shelters as their base of operations. Police spokesperson ACP Rusoke Kituuma revealed that…
Hajjat Hanifah Karadi, a passionate advocate for social justice and a beacon of hope for the vulnerable, is proud to announce her candidacy to represent Kawempe North in Parliament. As the founder of the Hanifah Karadi Foundation, famously known as “Mothering Community,” she has dedicated her life to serving orphans, the homeless, and marginalized communities.…
Sudhir Ruparelia, Uganda’s billionaire and real estate mogul, has become an unexpected fashion icon, earning admiration for his signature white ensembles. Traditionally known for his relentless focus on business, Sudhir’s shift towards a polished, monochromatic style highlights an intriguing evolution in his branding. Over the last few years, he has consistently embraced white as his…
After two years in development, Pearl Business Park, a multi-million-dollar project by Sudhir Ruparelia, is ready for occupancy. The landmark property has already generated immense demand and is being hailed as a game-changer on Kampala’s real estate skyline. Located along Yusuf Lule Road, Pearl Business Park combines cutting-edge facilities, sustainable design, and a prime location,…
