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Soroti Doctor Arrested Over Woman’s Death During Childbirth

Soroti Doctor Arrested Over Woman’s Death During Childbirth

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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State House Requests Shs 83 Billion to Cover Old Presidential Donations

State House Requests Shs 83 Billion to Cover Old Presidential Donations

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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Auditor General Uncovers Shs10bn Fraud in PDM Loan Disbursements

Auditor General Uncovers Shs10bn Fraud in PDM Loan Disbursements

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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Gen. Muhoozi returns to X to ‘shake up the world’

Gen. Muhoozi returns to X to ‘shake up the world’

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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Whistle-Blower, Clients Speak Out Over Lending Practices at Platinum Credit

Whistle-Blower, Clients Speak Out Over Lending Practices at Platinum Credit

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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