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Minister Janet Museveni Bans Publication Of UNEB Results in Newspapers, Notice Boards

The Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni, has banned the public display of Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) results in newspapers, school notice boards, and other platforms, citing the need to protect student privacy. In a directive issued on February 11,

February 12, 2025

Education

MUK In Crisis: Interdicted Dr. Kamunyu Slams VC Prof. Nawangwe For Intimidating, Witch-hunting Outspoken Staff

Makerere University has once again been plunged into controversy following the interdiction of Dr. Deus Kamunyu Muhwezi, a prominent lecturer and leader in the academic staff association. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe’s decision to suspend Dr. Kamunyu has been met with widespread criticism,

February 12, 2025

Politics

Just In: NUP Endorses Nalukoola Luyimbazi For Kawempe North By-Election

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has officially named Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola as its candidate for the upcoming Kawempe North parliamentary by-election. The party’s electoral commission, based in Makerere Kavule, confirmed his selection following a highly competitive internal vetting process. Nalukoola, a seasoned

February 11, 2025

News

Evicted Mukono Residents Petition LoP Ssenyonyi, Demand Compensation For Railway Land

Hundreds of residents in Mukono District have called on the government to fulfill its promise of compensation after they were forcefully evicted from land surrounding the railway line. Led by Opposition Leader in Parliament (LOP) Joel Ssenyonyi, the affected residents petitioned the

February 11, 2025

World

Aga Khan IV Finally Laid To Rest In Aswan-Egypt

Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili Muslim community for over six decades, was laid to rest in a private ceremony in Aswan, Egypt, on Sunday. His passing, announced earlier in the week by the Aga Khan Development

February 11, 2025

National News

Euro Gold Refinery Sues NTV, Monitor Journalists Over Fraud Allegations

Euro Gold Refinery has taken legal action against Monitor Publications, NTV Uganda, and journalists Andrew Kyamagero and Busein Samilu, accusing them of publishing false and damaging reports. The company claims these reports have harmed its reputation and led to significant financial losses.

February 11, 2025

National News

Michael Atingi-Ego Appointed As BoU Governor; Prof Augustus Nuwagaba Named Deputy Governor

In a significant leadership transition, Michael Atingi-Ego has been appointed as the new Governor of the Bank of Uganda, with Augustus Nuwagaba stepping into the role of Deputy Governor. This development follows the passing of former Governor Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile in January 2022,

February 10, 2025

National News

Fare Thee Well: Former ISO Boss Brig. Gen. Charles Oluka Laid To Rest In Kalaki District

Thousands of mourners, including top government officials, military officers, and local leaders, gathered in Ousia Village, Apapai Sub-County, Kalaki District, on February 8, 2025, to bid farewell to Brig. Gen. Charles Oluka, the former Director General of the Internal Security Organisation (ISO).

February 9, 2025

East Africa

SADC, EAC Leaders Demand Withdrawal Of Foreign Troops From Eastern DRC

Leaders from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the East African Community (EAC) have jointly called for the immediate withdrawal of all foreign forces operating without invitation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The demand was made during a

February 9, 2025

Education

Protesting UNEB Examiners Force Management To Revise Allowances Over Low Pay

The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) is reconsidering its compensation model for examiners after a protest in December 2024 over low pay. Among the proposed changes is a requirement for examiners to reside in designated facilities throughout the marking period. James Kubeketerya,

February 9, 2025