Gov’t Suspends Automated Express Penalty System Amid Public Outcry
The Ministry of Works and Transport has temporarily suspended the automated Express Penalty System (EPS) following widespread complaints from motorists. The EPS, a component of the broader Intelligent Traffic Monitoring System (ITMS), automatically issues fines for various traffic violations. These include overspeeding, issues related to vehicle registration plates, failure to
Joel Ssenyonyi Defeats Allan Ssewanyana, Re-Elected NUP Spokesperson
Leader of the Opposition in Parliament (LoP), Joel Ssenyonyi, has been re-elected as the National Unity Platform (NUP) spokesperson, defeating fellow party member Allan Ssewanyana during a delegates’ conference held today at the party’s training institute in Kamwokya. Ssenyonyi, who has served as NUP’s spokesperson for six years, retained the
TotalEnergies, SLB Enhance Oil and Gas Training at Makerere, Kyambogo, and Nkumba Universities
TotalEnergies EP Uganda and SLB have strengthened Uganda’s oil and gas education sector by donating specialized software and computer hardware to three universities; Makerere, Kyambogo, and Nkumba—in a strategic effort to enhance oil and gas training curricula. The support aims to build institutional capacity and produce graduates with relevant technical
MP Muloni Launches Re-Election Campaign for NRM Flag in Bulambuli
Bulambuli District Woman Member of Parliament, Eng. Irene Nafuna Muloni, has officially launched her re-election campaign ahead of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) primaries set for July 16, 2025. The launch event, held in Muyembe Town Council, drew enthusiastic crowds as supporters and NRM leaders gathered to endorse her candidacy
EU Grants Shs 16.4 billion towards Refugees crisis
The Uganda Cash Consortium (UCC), led by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) in partnership with the Lutheran World Federation (LWF), has received an additional €4 million (Shs 16.4 billion)from the European Union (EU) to extend its cash-based support to vulnerable refugees and host communities across 13 settlements in Uganda. This
Gov’t Refutes COVID-19 Resurgence Claims in Uganda
The Ministry of Health has dismissed recent media reports suggesting a resurgence of COVID-19 cases in Uganda, describing them as misleading and based on outdated information. In a statement issued earlier today, the Ministry clarified that the circulating messages are old video clips being re-shared by individuals with the intent
Fly Express Cries Foul Over Shs 8 Million in Accumulated EPS Fines
Several motorists along the Kampala–Entebbe Road have expressed frustration over what they describe as punitive enforcement of the Express Penalty System (EPS), which the government began implementing more stringently last month. The EPS, part of the broader Intelligent Traffic Monitoring System (ITMS), issues automated fines for various traffic violations. These
NRM Secretary General Commends China for Supporting Uganda’s Development
The Secretary General of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Richard Todwong, has praised the government of China for its generous contributions to Uganda’s growth, development, and the prosperity of its people—particularly through numerous infrastructure projects. Todwong made the remarks today at the NRM Headquarters on Plot 10, Kyadondo Road, Kampala,
Global Economy Set for Weakest Run Since 2008 Outside of Recessions
Heightened trade tensions and policy uncertainty are expected to drive global growth down this year to its slowest pace since 2008 outside of outright global recessions, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report. The turmoil has resulted in growth forecasts being cut in nearly 70% of all
Ssenyonyi Raises alarm as Ugandans Bear Brunt of Hefty EPS Penalties
Leader of the Opposition in Parliament (LoP), Joel Ssenyonyi, has raised concerns about the recently intensified implementation of the automated Electronic Penalty System (EPS), which is currently being enforced across the country. Last month, the government began enforcing the EPS more rigorously. The system issues automated fines for a variety
