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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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Authorities Detain Bodaboda Rider in Connection to Cattle Theft

Moses Bwambale, a 23-year-old bodaboda rider from Kiryatete in Hoima City, has been apprehended by police for his alleged involvement in a cattle theft syndicate operating in the region. According to Uganda Police Force deputy spokesperson Claire Nabakka, Bwambale was intercepted last

July 3, 2024

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Minister Anite, UIA Bosses Clash Over Controversial UGX545 Million Honoraria Payment

A heated dispute has emerged between the State Minister for Privatisation and Investment, Ms Evelyn Anite, and the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) concerning a 545 million shillings payment labelled as “honoraria” to top UIA management. The payment, drawn from funds allocated for

June 14, 2024

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Col Emmy Katabazi Lectures RDCs On Revolutionary Mobilization To Boost Socio-Economic Transformation

Col Emmy Katabazi, the Deputy Director General of the Internal Security Organization (ISO), has encouraged the Assistant Resident City Commissioners (ARCCs) and the Assistant Resident District Commissioners (ARDCs) to ensure that they carry out revolutionary mobilization in the areas of their jurisdiction

June 3, 2024

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President Museveni Mourns Fallen Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has expressed his condolences following the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, describing him as a unifier and dedicated person. Speaking at the Iranian Embassy in Kampala, President Museveni recounted his recent meeting with President Raisi, highlighting his

May 23, 2024

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Italy To Sponsor Construction Of Uganda Railway Line

The Italian government has announced plans to fund the construction of a railway line in Uganda. This was announced on Monday, May 20, 2024, by the Italian Ambassador to Uganda, Mauro Massoni, while meeting President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at State House, Entebbe.

May 21, 2024

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Amb. Quillino Bamwine Leads Eswatini Delegation in Exploring Uganda’s Local Governance and Cultural Heritage

Uganda’s Ministry of Local Government continues to shine as a model of governance excellence, attracting attention and praise from international counterparts. Recently, a delegation from the Tinkhundla Administration and Development Ministry in Eswatini visited Uganda to learn from their local government systems.

May 13, 2024

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CDF General Kainerugaba Lectures Officer Cadets On Servant Leadership

The chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba delivered a lecture on servant leadership to Officer Cadets of Intake 18/long at the Basic Military Training School, Kaweweta, Nakaseke District. General Kainerugaba, also the Senior Presidential Advisor – Special Operations, reminded them that

May 12, 2024

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Al-Mustafa Islamic College Holds 4th Graduation Empowering Youth Through Vocational Skilling

The 4th Graduation Ceremony of Al-Mustafa Islamic College in Kyengera, Wakiso district, was a momentous event marked by esteemed guests and significant achievements. Members of the diplomatic Corps, Ministers, Members of Parliament, academicians, religious leaders, and opinion leaders convened to witness the

May 9, 2024

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MPs Reject Tax Exemption On Bujagali Hydro Power Project

A proposal by government to exempt the Bujagali Hydro Power project from income tax has been rejected by lawmakers who instead demanded for a report of the Auditor General on the project. The decision was reached at during the plenary sitting on

May 8, 2024

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Speaker Among Hosts New Japanese Envoy Takuya

Speaker Anita Among has met the new Japanese Ambassador to Uganda, HE Sasayama Takuya and top on the agenda was deepening bilateral cooperation with focus on technology and infrastructure. Among applauded the Japanese for the nearly 62 years of development cooperation which

May 8, 2024

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