The proprietor of Welfare Clinic in Soroti City is under police custody in connection with the death of a woman during childbirth under suspicious circumstances. Identified as Emma Lucy Aluka, the lady arrived at the clinic on Thursday, January 23, experiencing labor pains, and after assessment, Dr. Egwau recommended a …
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Alex Byarugaba has urged Parliament’s budget. The chairperson of the Presidential Affairs Committee has asked parliament to increase President Yoweri Museveni’s donation budget for the next financial year, 2025/26. A total of 83.03 billion has been requested by the statehouse to cover the outstanding presidential donations, although only Shs 53.03 …
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As excitement and anticipation grow following the release of the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) results, some pupils and parents may face challenges accessing individual performance details. To simplify the process, a quick and convenient service is now available for personalized and bulk results checking. Pupils …
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Summary: A report by the Auditor General has uncovered fraud in Uganda’s Parish Development Model (PDM), revealing Shs10bn in loans was disbursed multiple times to the same individuals, including cases of duplicate identities. Poor oversight and unregistered beneficiaries undermine the program’s goals of promoting financial inclusion. A recent audit report …
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General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, has reactivated his X account barely a week after he quit the social media platform, citing renewed focus on his military duties. “I’m back!” Gen Kainerugaba posted on his verified account @mkainerugaba that has quickly amassed hundreds of followers. He …
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Summary: Minister of State for Planning, Amos Lugoloobi, urged Parliament to support proposed land reforms to facilitate land acquisition for public projects and address financial strain caused by idle loans tied up in legal disputes. He highlighted the importance of these reforms for the success of the Fourth National Development …
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Summary: Uganda’s Ministry of Works and Transport has launched the third phase of the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS), introducing digital vehicle registration plates for first-time vehicle registrations. The initiative, aimed at enhancing transport monitoring and road safety, is being rolled out at key border points and fitment centres across …
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Summary: The Uganda Law Council has granted Martha Karua, former Kenyan Justice Minister, a temporary practicing certificate to represent Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya in the General Court Martial. The decision follows her successful appeal after an initial rejection. Karua will appear in court on Tuesday. The …
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Summary: MTN Uganda has named Dennis Abigaba Kakonge as General Manager for Corporate Services and Company Secretary at MTN Mobile Money Uganda, effective December 1, 2024, pending Bank of Uganda approval. Kakonge brings extensive legal and regulatory experience from roles at MTN and Airtel Uganda. MTN Uganda has appointed Dennis …
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Summary: A whistle-blower and clients have raised concerns about Platinum Credit Uganda’s lending practices, alleging contract opacity, premature property seizures, and excessive loan repayment demands. The government has responded to broader issues in the sector by capping moneylenders’ interest rates and urging Ugandans to use alternative funding sources. Last month, …
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