General Wilson Mbadi, the newly appointed State Minister of Trade, has issued a stern warning to the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) and the Trade Ministry staff. He made it clear that incompetence and laxity will not be tolerated under his leadership. Gen Mbadi, who until recently served as the Commander of the Defense…
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s recent appointment as Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) marks a significant milestone in his career, potentially positioning him as one of the fastest-rising army officers in the Great Lakes region and bringing him closer to the presidency. With his roots in the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), where his father, Gen. Yoweri…
An Independent Opinion It is commendable for the Office of the NRM National Chairman (ONC), under the management of SPA/PA Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye, to organize an event that aims to unite Muslims from all corners of Uganda. Any community needs to come together and promote unity, regardless of political affiliations. The call for active…
At the venerable age of 98, Emmanuel Basaliza, affectionately known as “Muzee Kijana,” stands as a living legend in the realm of Ugandan golf. His name is synonymous with dedication, skill, and an enduring love for the game that has spanned nearly a century. Born in 1925 in Bukwali Village, Fort Portal City, Western Uganda,…
In a significant move aimed at bolstering governance and advancing Uganda’s development agenda, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has announced a cabinet reshuffle, ushering in a wave of changes within the country’s leadership structure. The reshuffle, which comes at a crucial juncture in Uganda’s political landscape, sees several key appointments and reassignments across various ministerial portfolios.…
The State House has come out to address the news making rounds alleging the President has reshuffled the RDCs all over the country, just days after a mini cabinet reshuffle and change in army leadership. Labelling the reports as fake on Saturday evening, the Deputy Press Secretary in the Office of the President, Mr Kirunda…
During a session held on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) failed to provide sufficient justification for their budget allocation of Shs3.363 billion designated for general goods and services. Presenting the Ministerial Policy Statement and Budget Estimates for the fiscal year 2024/2025 to the Committee on Tourism, Trade, and Industry,…
The victims of Thalidomide, a lethal drug that was given to pregnant women in Uganda and other countries during the era of the British Colonial Government, are now seeking compensation from the British Government and the Government of Germany. These victims, who are members of the Thalidomide Survivors Uganda association and are classified as People…
State Minister for Higher Education Dr John Chrysostom Muyingo has cautioned schools against opening the school term before the official date. According to the official school calendar from the Ministry of Education and Sports, the school term will commence on 5th February. Muyingo says that he has already received reports that many schools are preparing…
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) says the government must reduce unnecessary expenditure to increase the tax-GDP (Gross Domestic Product) ratio. Ibrahim Bbossa, URA’s Assistant Commissioner, of Public and Corporate Affairs, says Uganda’s tax-GDP ratio is low, standing at 14%. He says Uganda must aim at increasing the ratio to at least 20% and to achieve this,…
