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UPDF Recovers Four Bodies After Boat Capsized On Lake Victoria
The UPDF marine forces have recovered four bodies from Lake Victoria while two are still missing after the boat they were travelling in capsized and six people drowned. This tragic accident happened on March 12, 2024, at around 4:00 am as the 16 traders were travelling from Zinga Island in the Bussi sub-county and were…
Lawyers Muwema, Basalilwa Wage A War Against Rampant Counterfeit Goods
In a bid to combat the rampant spread of counterfeit goods and bolster the economy, Parliament has embarked on a significant journey with the initiation of public consultations on the Anti-Counterfeit Goods Bill, of 2023. Spearheaded by Hon. Asuman Basalirwa (JEEMA, Bugiri Municipality) and supported by Hon. Jonathan Ebwalu (Indep., Soroti West Division), this legislative…
5 Suspects Remanded To Luzira Prison Over Murder Of Eng Bbosa
Five suspects linked to the alleged murder of Eng. Daniel Bbosa, on the 25.02.2024 at Kikandwa village, Lungujja-Rubaga Division, in the Kampala District have been remanded to Luzira Prison by Mengo court. The suspects who with malice aforethought, unlawfully caused the death of the victim, include; Lujja Noah, a 21 year old, Mason of Kabanga…
Over 33 Million Chinese Lifted Out Of Poverty- Premier Li Qiang
The premier of the state council while delivering the Government’s work report at the opening of the National People’s Congress (NCP)in the Great Hall of the People of China in Beijing Capital City today 5th March 2024. In delivering the Government’s work report at the opening of the National People’s Congress, the top legislative body…
Pastor Patience Museveni Urges UPDF Soldiers To Accept Jesus Christ Inorder To Inherit Heavenly Kingdom
By Pastor Patience Museveni Rwabwogo I’m deeply honoured to be with you today as you celebrate the 13th Tarehe Sita Thanksgiving Service commemorating 43 years of God’s blessing and favour over the UPDF and our nation, Uganda. When I first received a call from Madame Edith Nsaba Buturo, I told her that I had never…
Business
‘Why Can’t You Let Ugandans Breathe?’-Finance Committee Roars As It Dustbins Shs 200,000 Annual Car License
Parliament’s finance committee has rejected the 200,000 Shillings license on cars and 50,000 Shillings for motorbikes. thecapitaltimes.co.ug has learnt. Last week, the minister of Finance, Matia Kasaija tabled tax measures seeking to make amendments to a number of bills including, Excise Duty Act, External Trade Act, Fish Act, Income Tax Act, Mining Act, Stamp Duty…
‘With NEMA Approval, We Only Secured Our Garden Which Was Earlier Affected By Unprecedented Rise Of Water’- Ruparelia Group Dismisses Allegations Of Refilling Lake Victoria
As part of the larger preparations for the incoming 19th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement to be held in January 2024 in Kampala, Uganda at Speke Resort Munyonyo, the entire facility is also undergoing some indoor and outdoor refurbishments and upgrades. The Ruparelia group conducted an on-the-spot media tour of the construction grounds and provided…
‘You Cannot Make Money Alone & Call That Success’ – Dr. Sudhir Tips On How He Defines Success
Uganda’s business magnate and investor Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, possibly the country’s most charismatic businessman is the chairman of Ruparelia Group, one of the top taxpayers in Uganda. The Nepal consul in Uganda and a symbol of financial success on the East African land has been sharing tidbits of his success journey, which is peppered with…
‘You Order, We Deliver’- Speke Resort Munyonyo Unveils a Home Delivery Policy To Save Clients From Unnecessary Movements
Famous for its delicious buffets, Speke Resort Munyonyo, an ideal spot from which to discover the true beauty of Pearl of Africa has unveiled a home delivery policy as one of the mechanisms used by the hotel to keep its clients safe from unnecessary movements that would expose them to COVID-19. Speke management says that…
‘You Order, We Deliver’- Dolphin Suites Unveils a Home Delivery Policy To Save Clients From Unnecessary Movements During This Festive Season
Famous for its delicious buffets, Dolphin Suites Bugolobi, an ideal spot from which to discover the true beauty of the Pearl of Africa has unveiled a home delivery policy as one of the mechanisms used by the hotel to keep its clients safe from unnecessary movements. Dolphin management says that their clients can now have…
‘You’re Now Safe’- Goldstar, Hisense Announce Insurance Cover For Appliances
Goldstar Insurance Limited, has announced their partnership with Hisense Uganda in a move aimed at improving the customer experience between the two entities. With it’s electronics appliances policy, Goldstar will in the new partnership cover accidental damages and theft of Hisense brand products for up to three years. The partnership was announced on Thursday April 29,…