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Ochola Orders Arrest Of High Way Cops Over Bribes
The Inspector General of Police Martin Okoth Ochola has instructed the Directorate Of Crime Intelligence to conduct operations aimed at apprehending patrollers on highways and routine foot patrol, who solicit bribes from motorists and people walking back home. Notably are pat rollers along Busabala road and others heading out of the city. This indicates that…
Ochola Applauds Cheptegei For Breaking World Record
The Inspector General of Police [IGP] Okoth Ochola has applauded Inspector of Police (IP) Joshua Cheptegei, for his remarkable world record in the 5km race at the Herculis Monaco Run. Cheptegei won the race in 12 minutes 51 seconds breaking Sammy Kipketers mark of 13 minutes that was set a decade ago. “We are incredibly proud…
Obongi, Moyo District Officials Arrested For Abuse Of Office, Causing financial Loss To Gov’t
An official from Obongi and three others from Moyo district are in police custody for alleged abuse of office, and causing financial loss of 512 million Shillings to the government contrary to Sections 11(1) and (2), and 20(1) respectively of the Anti-Corruption Act, 2009 as amended. They are Alfred Adaku, the acting Obongi Chief Administrative…
Obituary: Rugby Legend Seguya Passes On With Unfulfilled Dreams
Uganda Rugby is mourning the loss of legendary player and Coach Robert Sseguya. Seguya, one of Uganda’s greatest rugby players, lost the battle to leukemia on Tuesday following months of illness that brought together everyone the sport he loved. The 43-year old was diagnosed with the blood cancer in May after feeling unwell while coaching…
NWSC’s Dr Mugisha Elected Africa Water Association President
National Water and Sewerage Corporation Managing Director Dr. Eng Silver Mugisha has been elected President of the African Water Association (AFWA). Dr. Silver was elected by the African Water Association executive board that sat today 15th November, 2019. He is the first Ugandan to hold the position. The African water Association (AFWA) is a professional…
NWSC’s 1.2 Trillion Water Plant At Katosi Shocks Speaker Tayebwa
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa has inspected a Shs1.2 trillion water project and hailed the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) as a model in improved service delivery to Ugandans. Mr. Tayebwa who was inspecting the new Katosi water plant in Mukono District, applauded NWSC management for proper use of the Euro 300m…
NWSC To Supply Water In All Parts Of Masaka City-MD Mugisha
National Water and Sewerage Corporation Managing Director Dr. Eng Silver Mugisha has shared plans to boost water supply and extend sewerage infrastructure in Masaka city. According to Dr. Silver, plans are underway to abstract water from Kamwunga landing site in Lukaaya district and supply the entire Masaka city within the next 2 years. He further…
NWSC To Hold Twitter Space For 50 Years’ Celebrations
National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) is Uganda’s largest urban water authority providing potable water and sewerage services in 262 towns, with a customer base of 900,000 connections serving approximately 18 million people. Established by Decree No. 34 of 1972, the principal business of the Corporation is to operate and provide water and sewerage services…
NWSC Signs New Contract With Gauff To Supply Kampala New Water Infrastructure-Dr.Silver Mugisha
The Government of Uganda through National water and Sewerage Corporation has signed a contract with H.P. Gauff Ingenieure in association with Artelia Eau and Environment and Gauff Consultants (U) Ltd for consulting services for the preparation of detailed design, tendering and works, supervision, rehabilitation, restructuring and extension of the Kampala water supply network. Speaking at…
Nwoya Investor Impresses MPs With Cassava Processing Machine
Members of the Parliamentary Committee on Trade, Tourism and Industry have commended Bukona Agro Processors Ltd, a local investor in Nwoya district who is processing cassava into fuel. MPs were thrilled that the company is producing ethanol from cassava that will mainly be used in cooking reducing the pressure on forests through charcoal burning and…