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Museveni Names Prof.Muhwezi New MUBS Boss
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Prof. Muhwezi Moses as the Principal of Makerere University Business School (MUBS). His appointment is on a five-year contract term, effective immediately according to a letter dated November 3, 2024, and signed by the President. Prof. Muhwezi, who has been serving as the acting principal since May 13, 2023, becomes…
EGI Uganda Report Exposes ECAs’ Role in Fossil Fuel and Hydro Projects in East Africa
The Environment Governance Institute (EGI) Uganda has released a pioneering report highlighting the substantial influence of Export Credit Agencies (ECAs) on energy projects across Uganda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In light of mounting climate change concerns and the need for sustainable energy transitions, the report sheds light on ECAs’ continued investments…
How Dr. Sudhir Prevailed in UK Court Against DFCU Bank Over Crane Bank Acquisition
On October 30, 2024, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, Ugandan businessman and Chairman of the Ruparelia Group, achieved a legal win in a UK court against dfcu Bank concerning the contested acquisition of Crane Bank. The court, led by Mr. Justice Stephen Hofmeyr KC, dismissed dfcu Bank’s request for Dr. Ruparelia and former Crane Bank associates to…
Ruparelia Group Hailed for Supporting Fresh Kid as He Completes Primary Education at Kampala Parents
The Ruparelia Group is receiving praise for its role in supporting young rapper Patrick Ssenyonjo, better known as Fresh Kid, as he bids farewell to Kampala Parents Primary School. Fresh Kid, who joined the school in 2019 on a scholarship provided by Ruparelia Group, has been commended for his growth and maturity, which he showcased…
Dr. Sudhir, Jyotsna Ruparelia Celebrate Diwali with a Joyful Family Gathering
Ugandan billionaire Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and his wife, Jyotsna Ruparelia, celebrated Diwali with their expanding family in a touching display of togetherness. Known as one of Uganda’s most prominent and philanthropic families, the Ruparelias marked the Festival of Lights with a beautiful family photo that included their three children—Rajiv, Meera, and Sheena—their spouses, and four…
Crane Bank Saga: Sudhir Again Defeats DFCU In UK Court
High Court of Justice and Business courts of England and Walesking’s bench division commercial court (KBD) Court in London has dismissed a petition in which DFCU Bank Limited and 14 others [defendants]were calling for provision of security of their costs and case management conference by Crane Bank Limited [CBL] as CBL and six others…
Heartless: Two Killers Of Ugandan Athlete Kiplagat Jailed 35 Years
A court in Kenyan has sentenced two men to 35 years each for the murder of Ugandan athlete Benjamin Kiplagat at the end of last year. The Olympic steeplechaser was stabbed to death on New Year’s Eve in the town of Eldoret, known as a top training centre for athletes. “Your actions were cruel to…
CDF Kainerugaba,Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister Dr Khaled Renew Military Cooperation Agreement
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, met with Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence, Dr Khaled bin Muhammed Al-Attiyah. The CDF, who is in Qatar at the invitation of the State’s Armed Forces, was welcomed for talks with the Minister at…
Museveni,US Delegation Formulate Security Plan To End War In Sudan
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday met and held discussions with the US Special Envoy for Sudan, Mr. Tom Perriello at State House, Entebbe. The envoy was accompanied by the US Ambassador to Uganda, H.E William W. Popp. President Museveni and his guest discussed matters concerning security and how to end the conflict in Sudan. Mr.…
Two Notorious Armed Thugs Arrested In Mamamia Supermarket Robbery
In a daring intervention, boda-boda riders in Namuwongo A Zone, Makindye Division, thwarted an armed robbery attempt at Mama-Mia Supermarket on Bukasa Road. The suspects, identified as Edwin Lukwago and Ezekiel Asiimwe, were apprehended by the riders after a high-speed chase, according to Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire. The foiled robbery occurred around…