Uganda buys far more from foreign countries than it sells abroad, creating a massive $4.6 billion trade gap. Because international sellers only accept US dollars, local traders are constantly scrambling to buy greenbacks, driving the dollar’s value up and shilling down.
"It is very sad to learn of the death of our brother Hon. Charles Matovu, former Member of Parliament for Busiro South, who passed on yesterday. Hon. Matovu represented his people with vigor and utmost dedication in the 11th Parliament. He was a member of the Parliamentary football team, where his tremendous contribution led us to dominate the East African Parliamentary games. My condolences go out to his family, the people of Busiro South, and the country at large. May he rest in eternal peace., Tayebwa said.
The FDC party leadership will soon announce the program for Nabwiso's sendoff after meeting with the family to arrange a befitting sendoff for such a beloved political patriarch.
The issue of poor sanitation is not only at the Nakasero market but also at Usafi and both markets are located in the heart of Kampala city, and they are the major markets for supplying foodstuffs such as fresh food, textiles, shoes, and cheap electronics.
The Kisoro by-elections were mostly calm, with allegedly a few cases of malpractices reported. The independent candidate, Grace Ngabirano Akifeza, who was defeated in the NRM primaries, won the elections, with the National Resistance Movement candidate coming second.
As the Katonga group pushes to register the PFF, their counterparts at Najjanankumbi have gone ahead to declare their interest in participating in the forthcoming general elections in 2026.
The Kiteezi tragedy highlights the need for better waste management practices, regulation of scavenging activities, and emergency preparedness in Uganda.
The Katonga group has since accused their counterparts at Najjanankumbi and the EC of yielding to the invisible hand to delay the party registration process.