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 awards will be presented by His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni during the…
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, sparking concerns about the unequal enforcement of environmental laws in Uganda. The controversy…
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 Development Model (PDM), which focuses on improving production, storage, processing, and marketing in…
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 creative projects with social, and economic growth, and care for the environment. A…
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, announced during a presentation of the Commission’s 2025/26 Budget Framework Paper to the…
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 Platform (NUP), for misleading citizens about government programs. “NUP has been telling people…
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 for the exams—a decrease compared to the previous year. Division Two saw the…
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, revealed shocking lapses in hygiene at many of the inspected facilities. Parliament, alarmed…
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 Forces of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), marks a significant step in…
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, as the reason for the decision. According to a statement issued by Police…
