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President Museveni Hosts Indian Community To Diwali, Commends Them On Contribution To Economic Development
President Yoweri Museveni has commended the Indian community in Uganda for its contribution to the economic development of the country and appealed to them to encourage more people to exploit the vast investment opportunities here “I congratulate you on your diwali this year and inform you that Ugandans who see very far are very happy…
Govt Extends Ebola Lockdown in Mubende, Kassanda For Three More Weeks
Gov’t on Saturday extended a three-week lockdown on two districts at the centre of an Ebola outbreak which has claimed over 50 lives, curbing travel and closing public places. Since the outbreak was declared in the central district of Mubende on September 20, the disease has spread across the East African nation, including the capital…
Have An African Passport? These African Countries Do Not Require a Visa For You To Visit
From the Atlas Mountains to the desert safaris, traveling and exploring Africa is a unique experience. Charming, friendly, original, and energetic, visiting other African nations and cultures is perfect for those seeking a unique experience and a different outlook of the world. However, the hassle to obtain a visa to your dream country often poses…
Over 198 People Arrested In Jinja Police, UPDF Raid
A joint Police and UPDF operation in Jinja North Division has led to the arrest of at least 198 people over a number of offenses. Mr James Mubi, the Kiira Region Police Spokesperson, said the operation was conducted on Sunday in Bugembe, Nakanyonyi, Katende, Wanyama, Budhumbuli East and West, and Walukuba. “Those arrested will face…
Gen. Museveni Shakes UPDF, Appoints Lt Gen Charles Okidi New UPDAF Commander
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, who is also the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces has appointed Lt Gen Charles Okidi as the overall commander of Uganda People’s Defence Air Forces (UPDAF). The changes were last evening Monday 6th November 2022 announced by the UPDF Spokesman Brig Felix Kulayigye who disclosed that Lt Gen Okidi…
MP Nsereko’s Troubles Escalate As High Court Summons Him Over 2021 Polls
The High Court in Kampala has summoned Kampala Central Member of Parliament, Muhammad Nsereko to appear and be cross-examined in a 2021 election petition filed by NUP’s Fred Nyanzi. Nsereko is the only witness mentioned in his response to Nyanzi’s petition which was bounced back for retrial by the Court of Appeal. The same court,…
IGG Warns Min. Magyezi Against Interfering With Ongoing Corruption Allegations Against Fort Portal City Town Clerk
The Inspectorate of the Government has warned Local Government minister, Rafael Magyezi against interfering with ongoing corruption allegations against Fort Portal city town clerk, Moses Otimong. “In view of this, we have shared with the permanent secretary that this decision stays as we wait for the report of the investigation. This is to ensure that…
Judiciary To Recruit More 122 Judges, Judicial Officers
The government is seeking to recruit 122 senior judicial officers, among them 11 judges and 27 registrars, deputies and assistants, to bolster capacity for fast-tracking justice administration countrywide. According to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), the agency that recruits, remunerates and disciplines judicial officials, up to 71 grade one magistrate and 13 chief magistrate positions…
‘An Audit That Never Is?’- After Losing 8 Court Cases, BoU Moves To Do Fresh ‘Audit’ On Defunct Crane Bank
Bank of Uganda (BoU) is seeking to hire an independent audit firm that will carry out a comprehensive audit on the current state of affairs of the now-defunct Crane Bank, six years after the same commercial bank was closed. According to an advert published in one of the local newspapers, BoU said it is now…
Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia: A Billionaire Whose Heart and Mind Have Always Been Focused On “Building Uganda”
Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia is a Ugandan property mogul who has built one of the most successful business empires in the country. Dr. Sudhir’s love for Uganda is not by any means opportunistic like many investors who run to Uganda because of attached benefits. Having been born from Uganda, to an Indian emigrant, Sudhir grew up…