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Gov’t Seeks UGX 697 Billion Loan To Fund Umeme Buyout Ahead Of Concession Expiry

The Ugandan government has formally requested parliamentary approval to borrow $190.9 million (UGX 697.8 billion) from Stanbic Bank to finance the buyout of Umeme Limited, the country’s main electricity distributor. The proposal was presented to Parliament on February 18, 2025, by Henry

February 19, 2025

Health

Marie Stopes Uganda Unveils New Flame Condoms To Promote Safe Sex

In a bid to encourage condom use and curb the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), Marie Stopes Uganda has introduced Flame, a new condom brand, to its expanding portfolio of sexual and reproductive health products. The launch, which took place on

February 19, 2025

News

Court Sends Ingrid Turinawe, KCCA Deputy Lord Mayor & Others To Remand Over Protest

The Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has ordered the remand of five women on allegations of being a common nuisance. Among those remanded are Kampala City Deputy Lord Mayor Doreen Nyanjura, political activist Ingrid Turinawe, Faridah Nangonzi, Shadiya Namubiru, and Phionah Kabayinza.

February 19, 2025

National News

Dr Besigye To Appear In court After Public Uproar

Dr Kiiza Besigye will appear before a civilian court on Wednesday, 19 February 2025 following intense public pressure. The continued detention and health condition of Besigye was a centre of debate during the plenary on 18 February 2025. Besigye and Hajji Obeid

February 19, 2025

Big Story

Lango Region’s Top Fish Farmer Appeals to President Museveni for Fish Farming Reforms

Ms. Fiona Acayo, CEO of Dewilos Fish Farm and the 2023 Farmer of the Year Award winner for the Mid-Lango region, has called on President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to implement critical reforms in Uganda’s fish farming sector. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony

February 17, 2025

National News

Minister Sam Mayanja Under Fire For Inciting Illegal Encroachment As NFA Reaffirms Its Commitment To Protecting Uganda’s Forests

The National Forestry Authority (NFA) has condemned recent remarks by Hon. Sam Mayanja, State Minister for Lands, for inciting communities to encroach on protected forest land. During a visit to South Busoga Central Forest Reserve (CFR) in Mayuge District on January 12,

February 17, 2025

News

Mbale District Officials Demand Accountability For Mismanaged Wetland Restoration Funds

Mbale District leaders have mounted pressure on Charles Wakubye, the District Environmental Officer, accusing him of misappropriating funds meant for implementing an environmental management program. The program was designed to provide alternative livelihoods for individuals who had been growing rice in the

February 17, 2025

Tech

VIDEO: Public Outcry as Butaleja DPC is Accused of Running a Corrupt ‘Bond for Pay’ Racket

Residents of Butaleja District have raised a massive outcry, petitioning various offices across the country to intervene in what they describe as rampant extortion by the district police, allegedly led by District Police Commander (DPC) SP Jennifer Ayesiga Nyangoma. The residents have

February 16, 2025

Big Story·National News

Sheena Ruparelia: The Invisible Architect of Ruparelia Group Growth, Expansion and Dominance

Sheena Ruparelia, the daughter of Ugandan Billionaire Dr Sudhir Ruparelia has emerged as a key figure in driving the Ruparelia Group’s global engagement and philanthropic initiatives, seamlessly blending business leadership with social impact. Her strategic oversight in hospitality and real estate has

February 15, 2025

Business

Dr Sudhir Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award For Transforming Uganda’s Business Sector

Uganda’s wealthiest businessman and Chairman of the Ruparelia Group of Companies, H.E. Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his exceptional business achievements and his significant contributions to job creation. Dr. Sudhir, who also serves

February 13, 2025