“Museveni has been speaking about democracy, but where is that democracy he speaks of if he can't tolerate those who criticise his government? What is happening in villages undermines the same democracy he talks about,” Ssenyonyi said.
The competition aims to encourage every Ugandan to confidently sing the National Anthem while promoting the use of Kiswahili and increasing appreciation of the East African Community anthem as Uganda advances regional integration.
“Across all four stops, three priorities guided every conversation: commercial diplomacy, cultural preservation, and connectivity via digital freedom and innovation,” Rogers stated.
Museveni compared the proposed exemption to existing tax relief for police and army personnel, stressing that scientists deserve similar recognition for their role in national development.
The Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) examinations for 2024 started on November 11, 2024, and will end on December 7, 2024. According to Dan Odongo, the UNEB Executive Secretary, 1,320,400 candidates have registered for the exams, a 7.8% increase from 2023.
The government has committed Ugx 257 billion to the development of Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) infrastructure through the budget for FY2024/25.
The Ministry of Information, Technology, and National Guidance, along with the Africa Freedom of Information Center and Twaweza East Africa, have urged government agencies and public offices to avail information to the public to create transparency and trust between the government and Ugandans.
he Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury (PSST) Ramathan Ggoobi has urged Ambassadors to creatively carry out their duties in line with the 10-fold growth strategy by promoting and marketing Uganda to potential tourists, Uganda’s exports, and attracting more investors.
The construction of the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs headquarters represents a significant step towards the professionalization of the UPDF, guided by the president’s vision.