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CCCC Leads the Charge in Basin Management: A Story of Innovation and Environmental Stewardship
In the heart of China’s bustling Yangtze River Delta lies Taihu Lake, a vital freshwater ecosystem facing mounting pressures from rapid urbanization and industrialization. As pollution threatened the lake’s ecological balance, China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) emerged as a beacon of environmental stewardship and technological innovation. With a commitment to becoming a world-class basin management…
Senegal’s President Elect Faye Vows To Lead With Humility
Opposition presidential candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a political newcomer popular among disaffected youth, promised on Monday to govern with humility and transparency.Faye, set to be declared the next president after his main rival called him to concede defeat, thanked President Macky Sall and other candidates for respecting Senegal’s democratic tradition by recognising his victory well…
LDC Results Scandals Demand Urgent Government Action, Say Students
The Law Development Centre (LDC) finds itself at the centre of a growing controversy as students raise alarm over alleged irregularities in the release of examination results. Demanding swift government intervention, students are calling for transparency, accountability, and a thorough investigation into the unfolding scandal. The saga began with the release of results for the…
Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s Swift Rise to Chief of Defence Forces: A Political Game-Changer in Uganda
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s recent appointment as Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) marks a significant milestone in his career, potentially positioning him as one of the fastest-rising army officers in the Great Lakes region and bringing him closer to the presidency. With his roots in the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), where his father, Gen. Yoweri…
Kololo Dua on March 27th is one of the events a Muslim shouldn’t miss in Uganda
An Independent Opinion It is commendable for the Office of the NRM National Chairman (ONC), under the management of SPA/PA Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye, to organize an event that aims to unite Muslims from all corners of Uganda. Any community needs to come together and promote unity, regardless of political affiliations. The call for active…
Ugandan Parliament Urged to Honor Golf Icon Emmanuel Basaliza, 98, for Enduring Legacy
At the venerable age of 98, Emmanuel Basaliza, affectionately known as “Muzee Kijana,” stands as a living legend in the realm of Ugandan golf. His name is synonymous with dedication, skill, and an enduring love for the game that has spanned nearly a century. Born in 1925 in Bukwali Village, Fort Portal City, Western Uganda,…
President Museveni Announces Cabinet Reshuffle: Key Changes Unveiled
In a significant move aimed at bolstering governance and advancing Uganda’s development agenda, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has announced a cabinet reshuffle, ushering in a wave of changes within the country’s leadership structure. The reshuffle, which comes at a crucial juncture in Uganda’s political landscape, sees several key appointments and reassignments across various ministerial portfolios.…
State House breaks silence on RDCs reshuffle
The State House has come out to address the news making rounds alleging the President has reshuffled the RDCs all over the country, just days after a mini cabinet reshuffle and change in army leadership. Labelling the reports as fake on Saturday evening, the Deputy Press Secretary in the Office of the President, Mr Kirunda…
Parliament Rejects UNBS Budget Due to Lack of Detailed Breakdown
During a session held on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) failed to provide sufficient justification for their budget allocation of Shs3.363 billion designated for general goods and services. Presenting the Ministerial Policy Statement and Budget Estimates for the fiscal year 2024/2025 to the Committee on Tourism, Trade, and Industry,…
Museveni Appoints Gen Kainerugaba Chief Of Defence Forces
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni who is the commander in chief of armed forces appointed General Muhoozi Kainerugaba as the new Chief of Defence Forces (CDF). He replaces Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi who has been appointed Minister of State for Trade in the new cabinet reshuffle announced on Thursday evening. Gen. Museveni also appointed Lt Gen.…