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Ugandan MPs, Diplomats & Academics Hail Imam Khomeini’s Contributions to Global Peace and Development

Nakawa, Kampala — The 36th death anniversary of the late Imam Ruhollah Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, was solemnly commemorated at Makerere University Business School (MUBS), drawing together diplomats, scholars, religious leaders, and students in a spirited call

June 4, 2025

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Over 40 Children Seek To Meet Museveni As Tamale Mirundi Is Laid To Rest

The family of the late Tamale Mirundi has expressed deep gratitude to the State for its support both during his life and following his passing. “We are profoundly appreciative of the assistance provided and do not take it for granted,” said John

August 19, 2024

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Mirundi’s Family Hails Catholic Church For Holding Requiem Mass Holding

The family of former presidential press secretary, Joseph Tamale Mirundi, has expressed their gratitude to the Catholic Church for allowing them to hold a requiem mass in his honor. Tamale’s brother, John Ssali Ssembuya, addressed the congregation at St. Gyaviira Parish Catholic

August 16, 2024

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Relief As MPs Dustbin Sarah Opendi’s Alcohol Control Bill

Parliament has rejected the Alcohol Control Bill, 2023 that sought to regulate the purchase, sell and consumption of alcohol. The private members Bill that was introduced for the first time by Tororo District Woman Representative, Hon. Sarah Opendi in November 2023 also

August 14, 2024

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President Museveni Sends VP Alupo to Represent Uganda at Kagame’s Swearing-In

President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Vice President Maj. Jessica Alupo to represent him at the swearing-in ceremony of Rwandan President-elect Maj. Gen. Paul Kagame. The inauguration is set to take place tomorrow, Sunday, August 11, in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda. In

August 10, 2024

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Scandal: MPs Ask Kagina To Renegotiate 691Bn Masaka-Mutukula Road Projects Citing Dubious Deals

The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRÀ) led by Allen Kagina will have to renegotiate a contract with Chongqing International Construction Corporation (CICO) for the reconstruction of Masaka-Mutukula Road and rehabilitation of several roads in Masaka District, Parliament has guided. The legislators want

August 9, 2024

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Museveni Names Former FDC Lawmaker Odo Tayebwa As Commissioner Of Cooperatives

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Odo Tayebwa, the former legislator for Ishaka Municipality, as the commissioner for cooperatives in the Ministry of Trade, Industries, and Cooperatives. Odo, a renowned ex-supporter of the Opposition Forum for Democratic Change party, represented Ishaka Municipality

August 9, 2024

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M7 Fires Embattled Ssali,Appoints Kakooza As New Trade Ministry PS

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Alex Kakooza as trade ministry (MTIC) permanent secretary (PS). Mr Kakooza replaces embattled Geraldine Ssali who was arrested and charged on July 18, 2024 before the Anti-Corruption Court, over allegations of causing financial loss and conspiring

July 26, 2024

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Kabaka Mutebi Is Back Home After Namibia’s Visa Extension Denial

Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II returned to the country in the early morning hours of Monday July 22nd, 2024. The Kabaka, clad in a grey suit with a matching gold and grey necktie on a white shirt, was received at Entebbe International

July 22, 2024

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Uganda Protest Organisers Playing With Fire-Museveni

Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has warned protesters that they will be “playing with fire” if they press ahead with plans to stage an anti-corruption march to parliament on Tuesday. Young Ugandans have been organising the march on social media to demand an

July 21, 2024

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MPs Grill CAA Bosses For Okaying ENHAS &DAS Operating Without Tenancy Agreements

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is yet to sign tenancy agreements with cargo handling companies, ENHAS and DAS as they await a decision by the Chief Government Valuer. The authority’s Director General, Fred Bamwesigye made this revelation while meeting Members of

July 11, 2024

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