Hannington Mbabazi, Author at Thecapitaltimes

Money Lenders Push for Policy Dialogue to Secure Uganda’s Financial Stability this Christmas

Kampala: The Money Lenders Association of Uganda (MLAU) has raised concerns over the potential economic impact of recently introduced lending rate caps, urging the government to reopen discussions on the policy. This comes as Uganda enters the Christmas season, a period traditionally

December 5, 2024

Big Story·Education

Top Story! Kampala Parents School teachers’ strike resolved as Sudhir Ruparelia intervenes

A standoff at Kampala Parents School that led to a sit-down strike by teachers has been resolved following a meeting chaired by Ruparelia Group Chairman Sudhir Ruparelia. The discussions, which involved the school’s management, teachers, and the parents’ association, addressed key grievances

November 26, 2024

Big Story·Lifestyle

5-things you need to know about Rajiv Ruparelia’s car gift from father Sudhir, a 2022 McLaren 765LT spider

Rajiv Ruparelia’s 2022 McLaren 765LT Spider is a remarkable addition to his car collection, blending extreme performance with striking design. Here are some key details about this high-performance supercar: 1. Engine and Power: The McLaren 765LT Spider is powered by a 4.0-liter

November 24, 2024

Lifestyle

Speke Resort Munyonyo Announces Attractive Festive Escape Packages

As the world gears up for the long Christmas and New Year’s festivities, Speke Resort Munyonyo, the biggest resort in the country, is allowing individuals, friends, and families to enjoy a better experience this season. The lakeside resort, owned by business mogul

November 23, 2024

Big Story·National News

What Dr. Hamis Kiggundu Can Learn from Fellow Billionaire Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia

Ham Kiggundu has been in the news recently over controversies surrounding the Nakivubo Stadium redevelopment. The Catholic Church expressed displeasure with him over a blocked road leading to one of its facilities, sparking discontent among various stakeholders, including KCCA, vendors, and other

November 22, 2024

Big Story·Education

Fresh Kid Lauds Sudhir, Rajiv After Completing Primary Education at Kampala Parents

Ugandan young rapper Fresh Kid real name; Patrick Ssenyonjo last week completed his Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) expressing excitement about reaching this significant milestone. Uganda Airlines Signing out of Kampala Parents School, where he attended a scholarship from the Ruparelia Foundation, he

November 21, 2024

Lifestyle

Meet Rajiv’s a McLaren 765LT Spider Valued at About Shs1.7 Billion

City Businessman Tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia has surprised his son, Rajiv Ruparelia, with a Diwali gift of a brand new 2022 McLaren 765LT Spider, a supercar worth approximately Shs1.7 billion. An excited Rajiv took to social media and shared a video of the

November 20, 2024

Big Story

Fraud Alert: Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia’s Friends Fooled in Big Money Scam

Kampala – In a concerning development, fraudsters have escalated their tactics by impersonating prominent Ugandan businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, sending fraudulent messages to people within his network. These messages falsely claim that Dr. Sudhir is requesting assistance in purchasing gift cards, leveraging

November 19, 2024

Big Story

Tension As Ambassador Ogwang Is Brutally Arrested For Brandishing Pistol

Lira City witnessed high drama on November 17, 2024, when Dickson Ogwang Okul, former Deputy Ambassador to the United States, was arrested for allegedly brandishing a pistol during a meeting of clan leaders at the Lango Cultural Center. The gathering was part

November 18, 2024

Security

Retiring UPDF Officers Advised To Avoid Gambling Gratuity, Fraud As They Join Civilian Life

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has today launched the final phase of its Retirement Documentation Exercise for Batch 14 at the Non-Commissioned Officers Academy (NCOA) in Jinja, focused on junior officers from Lieutenant to Captain ranks. Brig Gen Julius Biryabarema, Director

November 18, 2024