Hannington Mbabazi, Author at Thecapitaltimes

Big Push! EAMV Backs Kabaka Birthday Run with UGX 10M to Tackle HIV/AIDS

East African Medical Vitals (EAMV) has reaffirmed its commitment to public health by contributing UGX 10 million to support the fight against HIV/AIDS through the Buganda Kingdom’s annual Kabaka Birthday Run. The cheque handover took place at Bulange, Mengo, in a moment

March 28, 2025

Big Story

Govt,UMEME Clash Over Revised $118M Auditor General’s Buyout Report

The Ugandan government has revised the loan request for the buyout of electricity distributor UMEME, lowering the amount from the initial $190 million to $118 million. This decision was based on findings in a special audit report, which Parliament reviewed and adopted

March 28, 2025

Big Story·Religion

Call for Palestinian Solidarity Dominates Quds Day at Kampala University

International Quds Day was marked at Kampala University, Ggaba, in an event organized by the Cultural Consulate of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in cooperation with the university’s management. The event attracted high-level dignitaries, including Dr. Waldah M. Rajab

March 27, 2025

National News

International Quds Day: Standing Against Oppression and Supporting the Palestinian Struggle

The holy month of Ramadan and the International Quds Day is one of the suitable opportunities to address the issue of Palestine, which Muslims should appreciate with their conscientiousness and take steps towards solving this issue. For more than 70 years, the

March 26, 2025

Big Story·National News

Kazo Woman MP Muheesi Deepens Grassroots Impact with Zakah, Clean Water and Coffee Reforms

Kazo District Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Jennifer Muheesi, has intensified her years-long push to uplift constituents through economic empowerment, faith-based welfare, and infrastructure upgrades—building on initiatives she first championed during her 2021 election campaign. From Saturday, March 15, to Sunday, March

March 23, 2025

Big Story·Education

Ugandan Schools Struggle with Sanitation Despite Major Hygiene Initiative

Millions of schoolchildren in Uganda have been safeguarded from hygiene-related illnesses following the construction of 1500 handwashing facilities under the Dettol Hygiene Quest Program. The initiative, implemented by Chil Ai with support from Reckitt, aims to improve sanitation in schools across the

March 22, 2025

Business

Businessman Bitature: I am who I am because of Dr. Sudhir

In a rare moment of reflection and gratitude, Patrick Bitature, one of Uganda’s most accomplished entrepreneurs, has publicly acknowledged the profound impact of fellow business mogul Dr Sudhir Ruparelia on his journey in the corporate world. Speaking to youths about the significance of

March 18, 2025

Big Story

Inside Tycoon Sudhir’s Signature White Attire You Didnt Know About

For years, Sudhir Ruparelia, Uganda’s billionaire real estate mogul, has been recognized not only for his vast business empire but also for his signature white attire. Whether at high-profile business meetings, social events, or international engagements, Sudhir is almost always spotted in

March 17, 2025

Travel

Sudhir’s Speke Resort Munyonyo to Host 9th Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo

Uganda’s prestigious Speke Resort and Convention Centre in Munyonyo, owned by businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, has been selected as the venue for the 9th Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2025. The event, organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities

March 16, 2025

Big Story·Education

2024 UACE Results: How St. Kizito High School Maintained Its Lead

St Kizito High School Namugongo has once again made headlines for its exceptional student performance in the 2024 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) exams. Speaking to students and other stakeholders at the school on Friday after the release of the exams,

March 15, 2025