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MPs Endorse UGX 66Bn Loan For The Expansion Of Uganda Cancer Institute

Uganda’s Parliament has endorsed a proposal to secure a $18.09 million (UGX 66 billion) loan to finance the expansion of the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI). The government argues that this investment will help curb the enormous cost Ugandans incur seeking cancer treatment

March 7, 2025

Big Story

Rwanda Summons British Envoy Over Controversial UK Minister’s Statement

The Rwandan government has summoned the British High Commissioner to Rwanda, Alison Thorpe, following remarks made by a UK minister that Kigali deemed misleading and offensive. Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe confirmed on Thursday, February 27, that the

March 1, 2025

Big Story

Frustrated Bigirimana Slams Finance Ministry Over Unpaid Courts’ Rent

Pius Bigirimana, the Secretary to the Judiciary, has warned that court operations may be halted if the Ministry of Finance fails to release funds to settle outstanding rent. The delays have, at times, forced him to divert resources meant for other judicial

February 28, 2025

Entertainment

Uganda’s Ultimate Dating TV Show, Hello Mr. Right UG Season 2, Returns On Makula KiKa

Fans of reality TV and love stories are in for a treat as Uganda’s ultimate dating TV show, Hello Mr. Right Season 2, returns for an exciting new season on March 2, 2025. The highly anticipated show will air every Sunday at

February 26, 2025

National News

Trespass: UETCL Ordered To Pay 200M For Illegally Installing High Voltage Power Lines In Private Land

The High Court has ruled against the Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) for unlawfully installing high-voltage power lines over private land without compensating the owner. The court directed the company to pay Shs 200 million in damages and an additional Shs

February 25, 2025