Tag: Education

High Court Gives Attorney General Two Weeks to Report on Sam Mugumya’s Whereabouts

Mugumya, a former aide to former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye, has previously been at the center of politically charged cases. His latest case comes at a time of heightened scrutiny over reports of enforced disappearances and prolonged detention without trial.

Uganda-Kenya Tourism Summit Opens in Mombasa, Calls for Seamless Cross-Border Travel

Regional

Ambassador Ssentongo reaffirmed Ugandan government’s commitment to strengthening cross-border tourism cooperation, noting that tourism is central to the country’s Ten-Fold Growth Strategy, which aims to grow the economy from US$50 billion to US$500 billion by 2040. He called for practical, time-bound solutions to trade barriers affecting tourism and regional business competitiveness.

National News

Mao Defends IPOD Rules, Tells DP Critics to Challenge...

“You cannot be a political party on the one side, but at the same time you don’t recognise the legitimacy of the government, which is leading the country. They call the government a junta. So now me, I’m part of a junta,” Mao said.

Education

UPC Opposes Government’s Charcoal Ban, Says it Hits the...

Electricity supplied by UEDCL, Oyat added, has become more expensive than it was under UMEME, while load shedding continues.

Crime

UGX 22.7Bn Corruption-linked Funds Under Investigation as Museveni’s Campaign...

Isoke highlighted that the campaign is currently operating in Bunyoro, covering Kiryandongo, Masindi, Buliisa, Hoima and Hoima City, with the broader aim of recovering public resources, strengthening accountability and improving service delivery.

National News

Minister Acan Challenges Government to Make Life Easier for...

For a person using a wheelchair, that could mean being able to enter a government office without assistance. For a child with a disability, it could mean reaching school, accessing learning materials and receiving the support needed to stay in class. For a job seeker, it could mean an accessible workplace and a fair opportunity to compete.

National News

Archbishop Kaziimba Bids Farewell to Kinkiizi Diocese with Call...

The Church of Uganda Archbishop wrapped up his farewell visit to Kinkiizi Diocese by celebrating the diocese's growth and urging Christians to remain united, faithful and committed to transforming their communities.

Business

Local Traders React to National Budget, Urge President to...

“Now, every time the Budget is read, we hear just increments of taxes on most consumable products such as alcohol, and sugar, among others. How would you expect me to listen to something that bothers me more? The President should instead downsize the district security structures where people are fond of playing the same roles,” Kayiira said.

Education