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Speaker Among, Mpuuga, Lukwago Pay Tribute To Hajj Ali Nganda, Father Of MP Ssemujju Nganda
The Speaker of Uganda’s Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among among other top government officials have mourned the passing of Hajj Ali Nganda, father to Hon. Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda, Member of Parliament for Kira Municipality. In a heartfelt message shared on her official X account, Among , Mathias Mpuuga and Erias Lukwago extended thier condolences…
NGO Boss Pinned Over Forging Janet Museveni’s Signature To Solicit Funds
A 24-year-old man, Kenneth Niwamanya, is facing charges of forging the signature of Education and Sports Minister Janet Museveni. Prosecutors allege Niwamanya created counterfeit letters bearing the minister’s signature to appoint her as the patron of his organization, UMOJA Youth Initiative Development Uganda, and used them to solicit funding for an event at Kololo Ceremonial…
Four Mbarara Police Officers Dismissal Over Dragging Elderly Woman In Mud
The Police Disciplinary Court in Mbarara has recommended the dismissal of four officers involved in a viral video that exposed excessive use of force during the arrest of Victoria Kabatoreine. The officers, identified as ASP Andrew Betunga, Detective Constables Darious Aharizira, Hope Nsasirwe, and Loyce Kiboneka, were filmed acting unprofessionally while apprehending Kabatoreine, sparking public…
Exposed: URA Intercepts Nile Perch Smuggler With Phones Dodging UGX 1.9 Billion In Taxes
In a major win for the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), enforcement officers have intercepted a suspected smuggler attempting to evade UGX 1.9 billion in taxes on over 3,800 unregistered mobile phones. The arrest, carried out by URA’s elite Team One, followed a tip-off from a newly enlisted confidential informant. The raid occurred at a warehouse…
Four Mbarara Police Officers Detained Over Violent Arrest Of Elderly Woman
The Uganda Police Force has taken action against four of its officers after a viral video showing a woman being dragged through mud during an arrest ignited widespread public outrage. The incident, which occurred in Lubiri cell, Mbarara City, has drawn harsh criticism and renewed demands for police accountability and reform. In a statement released…
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10 African Countries With the Highest Debts to the IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a key player in global finance, offering monetary assistance to governments suffering economic difficulties. However, these loans from the IMF can have deep and varied effects on their economy. These effects are felt in some parts of Africa, particularly in regions where the debt is unsustainable. Typically as a…
1st Phase Of Sudhir’s Paradise Island Resort At 80% With 22 Units Firmly Standing, Set To Open Next Year
The construction of Paradise Island Resort on Lake Victoria is nearing completion with the first phase of 22 units standing at 80 per cent. Located 20-minutes away by speed boat from Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, Paradise Island Resort is bound to be a draw for honeymooning couples as well as retreat-seeking guests. The project which started…
6 East African Countries Set to Benefit From the IMF’s $1.92 Billion Funding
The International Monetary Fund has agreed to a funding program with six East African countries. So far, the global lender has approved the payment of $620.65 million in budgetary support for them including Rwanda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This is a small part of the commitment that totals $1.92 billion. The…
6 Rules You Should Always Follow When Flying
When it comes to flying, there are unspoken rules of etiquette that can make a significant difference in the comfort and experience of both yourself and your fellow passengers. In a survey conducted by the travel search engine Kayak, 1,000 people were asked about these unspoken rules, revealing valuable insights into proper aeroplane etiquette. Here…
A Flashback on Sudhir Ruparelia’s Crane Bank Shattered By Greedy BoU Mafias, Later Revived By Supreme Court
In the year 2007, Crane Bank Limited announced that it was planning to expand into the neighboring countries and yes this dream was fulfilled and officially launched operations in 2014, but shortly after greedy Bank of Uganda (BoU) mafias swung into action with all sorts of dirty games to shut this development. The above step…
A Sneak Peek Into Sudhir’s Ruparelia Group of Companies, Here Are Businesses Under the Conglomerate
Since its inception, the Ruparelia Group of Companies has been committed to the establishment and development of innovative pioneering and enduring businesses among various sectors in Uganda, including:Financial services, hospitality, conventions and leisure centres, education, real estate, media & advertising, Agriculture and recruitment & HR services. In a period of more than 20 years, values…