The National Coffee (Amendment) Bill 2024, which proposes the dissolution of UCDA after 32 years of operation, has sparked heated debate and opposition from various sections of the public and some Members of Parliament. Despite the backlash, Parliament voted to advance the bill, citing the need for greater efficiency and alignment with MAAIF’s broader agricultural mandate.

UCC officials know that if Posta Uganda can’t fix its financial issues, they might have to suggest that a private company take over as the national postal operator, similar to what happened in Algeria, Egypt, and Morocco, which change could give more power to international companies like DHL, potentially upsetting the local postal services.

As the new contract doesn’t bring back the defined-benefit pension plan that got frozen nearly ten years ago, it does improve the matching contributions for employees’ 401(k) plans. The average yearly salary for machinists is expected to jump from $75,608 to $119,309 over the course of the contract.

Zuurah recently accused her husband and stepfather to her daughter, Hajji Ali Mwizera, of assaulting her daughter; however, in a dramatic turn, Hajji Ali accused her of trying to him with the view of stealing his property. 

Deputy Chief Justice Richard Buteera has called upon mediators to adhere to legal standards while handling reconciliations in communities.

The Ministry of Health, together with the Uganda National Expanded Programme on Immunization (UNEPI), has flagged off the second phase of their Cold Chain Equipment project at their headquarters in Kampala.

Kiplagat, a renowned athlete and a silver medalist at the 2008 World Junior Championships and Rio Olympics, was hacked to death upon returning home on December 31, 2023. Those who witnessed Cpl. Kiplagat’s car heard screams and witnessed the vehicle swerving before it finally stopped.

This partnership is expected to improve Uganda’s communication technology and enhance the quality of services available to the country with a population of over 46 million people. With this capital, UTCL seeks to ensure that it regains its foothold in the telecommunications industry, ultimately benefiting consumers and contributing to economic growth across the nation.

The event, organized by the International Republican Institute and USAID, brought together different stakeholders, including the National Consultative Forum, Electoral Commission, EC, 26 registered political parties, Ugandan Human Rights Commission, security agencies, civil society organizations, and religious and cultural institutions.

The rollout of E-IDs is expected to improve security, streamline access to basic services, and expand the scope of financial inclusion. By linking national IDs to a secure digital platform, the government aims to eliminate the use of physical IDs, which are prone to theft. This will provide citizens with protection from exploitation in the form of loan sharks.

The National ICT Summit serves as a pivotal platform for stakeholders to forge strategic alliances and share actionable insights aimed at advancing Uganda’s ICT sector. 

As Uganda strives to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV by 2030, the HIV prevalence reduced from 18% in 1990s to 5.1%. Currently, new HIV infections have reduced from 68,000 to 38,000. As a result, concerted efforts are needed to ensure that all expectant mothers receive adequate support and treatment.