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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. Led by Minister Sikhumbuzo Dlamini, the delegation had a clear goal: to understand…

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US Ambassador Popp Hails Museveni For Fostering Peace & Security In Africa

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has held a productive meeting with the United States of America (USA) Ambassador to Uganda, H.E William W. Popp at State House-Entebbe. The discussions centred around various critical matters, including the forthcoming population census, regional peace and stability, and socio- economic development. Recognizing the significance of the population census, the two…

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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 servant leadership is a powerful approach that can potentially create a positive change…

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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 academic milestone on the theme of “Enhancing Employability among the youth through Vocational…

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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 she said has brought tangible dividends and improved livelihoods. “The friendship and partnership…

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In Trouble: Embattled City Businessman Asiimwe Faces Jail As Chief Magistrate Ponders To Cancel Bail

The Chief Magistrate – Buganda Road, His Worship Ronald Kayizzi issued a strong warning to city businessman and company director at Taifa Partners Limited, Emmanuel Asiimwe for raising unlimited excuses that result into jumping court sessions. Asiimwe, who is accused of forging and uttering false documents skipped court this week (on Monday and Friday) claiming…

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UK Malicious Sanctions Won’t Arm-twist Speaker Among to Support Homosexuality-Parliament

Parliament of Uganda on Tuesday dismissed new UK sanctions targeting speaker of parliament over alleged corruption saying the UK government should avoid trying to arm-twist Ugandan decision makers to align with their value system, especially on homosexuality. A statement issued on the United Kingdom government website announced sanctions on the Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon Anita…

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Works Minister Gen Katumba Decries Inadequate Funding For Road Construction Projects

In a significant shift in infrastructure strategy, the government will now have renewed focus on the maintenance of existing roads over construction of new ones. This decision comes amidst reduced allocations of funds and inadequate releases, which have led to a substantial maintenance backlog in the road network across the country. The Minister of Works…

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