Tag: Kampala Metropolitan area

Museveni Mourns His Holiness Pope Francis, Sends Heartfelt Condolences to Vatican

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has sent a deeply emotional message to the Vatican following the death of Pope Francis, calling him an extraordinary spiritual leader and a true man of God. In a letter to Vatican Secretary...

Proposed Tobacco Tax Increase Faces Strong Opposition from Manufacturers

Business

Tobacco manufacturers have rejected the government's proposed excise tax increase, warning that the move could lead to significant financial losses for both the industry and national revenue. Appearing before Parliament’s Finance Committee on April 22, 2025, officials...

Health

MoH Mobilizes Countrywide Mpox Vaccination Campaign

The Minister for Health, Jane Ruth Aceng, has announced that the nationwide vaccination campaign for Ugandans against Mpox disease...

Health

Panic as Makindye Mpox Cases Hit 30

As the number of Mpox cases continues to rise, health officials and community leaders in Makindye are working tirelessly to contain the spread and protect the health of residents.

National News

FDC Katonga Calls for Comprehensive Waste Management Methods in...

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction has called for a new approach to solid waste management in the greater Kampala metropolitan area, following the recent tragedy at the Kiteezi landfill.

Health