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Witch-hunt? UIA Board Sacked For Defying Minister Anite’s Directive To Force DG Robert Mukiza Out Of Office

The Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) board is the latest casualty in the ongoing war between Director General Robert Mukiza and Investment Minister Evelyne Anite. This publication has learnt that finance Minister Matia Kasaija last week dissolved the UIA board allegedly at the

September 1, 2024

Education·News

Museveni Names Dr.Crispus Kiyonga As New Chancellor Of Makerere University

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Dr. Crispus Kiyonga as the new Chancellor of Makerere University. Professor Barnabas Nawangwe the Vice Chancellor, Makerere University confirmed his appointment on X. “His Excellency the President of Uganda has appointed Dr. Crispus Kiyonga as the

August 31, 2024

National News

Stalled Repair Works On Karuma,Pakwach Bridges Irk Legislators

Members of Parliament have called for expeditious completion of repairs at Karuma and Pakwach bridges, saying any delays may tantamount to deadly disasters. Legislators complained that the two old bridges are in critical condition with faulty and non-functional parts and that repair

August 30, 2024

Politics

MP Lumu Pushes For Election Of The Leader Of The Opposition

Parliament has granted the Mityana County South MP, Hon. Richard Lumu, to introduce a Private Member’s Bill entitled, “The Administration of Parliament Amendment Bill, 2024” The Bill among others, seeks to revise the selection of the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in

August 30, 2024

News

3 Activists Ask Court To Dismiss Case Of Unlawful Assembly

Three Civil Society Activists who were arrested from Hotel Elyana in Ntinda in connection to Anti-corruption protests that were held in Kampala last month; want the City Hall Court to dismiss the charge of Taking Part in Unlawful Assembly that was slapped

August 30, 2024

Community

Life Of Rugiirwa Katatumba,Is It Marred By Endless Scandals?

He may be the son of a highly respected Ugandan diplomat, businessman, and father, but since stepping into the limelight, Rugiirwa Katatumba has been no stranger to controversy. Unlike his late father, Bonny Katatumba, who was widely regarded as a noble figure

August 29, 2024

News

Construction Of New Karuma Bridge To Commence In September

The government is set to construct a new bridge at Karuma along the Gulu-Westnile Highway. While appearing before Parliament, Hon. Tony Awany, Member of Parliament for Nwoya County, revealed that the construction of a new bridge at Karuma is expected to start

August 29, 2024

News

Minister Ecweru Roots For Law To Regulate Engineering Professionals

A law that will regulate the operations of technologists and technicians, has been mooted for consideration by Parliament. The Bill was tabled by the State Minister for Works and Transport, Hon. Musa Ecweru during the first day of the regional plenary sittings

August 29, 2024

Education

Parental Care Nursery and Primary School Wins Dance &Drama Competitions In Greater Bushenyi

Sheema District inspector of schools Ssempa Muzafaru has commended primary school heads in the greater Bushenyi region for encouraging learners to participate in co-curricular activities. He was speaking the at the music dance and drama competitions for primary schools in the greater

August 23, 2024

Community

Dr.Pius Bigirimana: A Public Servant With A Private Sector Mindset Continues Judiciary Transformation With Contract Extension

In a world where public servants are often associated with bureaucratic inefficiency, Dr. Pius Bigirimana stands as a symbol of transformational leadership. He has not only modernized Uganda’s public administration but has also injected a private sector mindset into the heart of

August 22, 2024