IGAD Supports Uganda in Advancing Participatory Land Use Planning in Karamoja
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), in collaboration with Uganda’s Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, and with financial support from the Embassy of Sweden in Addis Ababa, has successfully facilitated a participatory physical land use planning process in Kacheri Sub-County and Kacheri Town Council, Kotido District, Karamoja Region.
UN Deputy Representative Commends UPDF Troops in Somalia for Strengthening Confidence and National Reputation
UN Deputy Representative Commends UPDF Troops in Somalia for Strengthening Confidence and National Reputation The Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Somalia, Raisedon Zenenga, has praised the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the United Nations Guard Unit (UNGU X) in Somalia for their professionalism
Col. Deo Akiiki appointed military assistant to Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba
Col. Deo Akiiki has been appointed as the Military Assistant to the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba. His appointment takes immediate effect. Muhoozi is the chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda, a pressure group lobbying for his presidency. Previously serving as the Deputy Director of Defence
Parliamentary Press Body Calls for Investigation into Brutal Attack on Top TV Journalist
The Uganda Parliamentary Press Association (UPPA) has condemned the brutal attack on Top TV journalist Miracle Ibra. The journalist was assaulted while covering the conclusion of candidate nominations ahead of the Kawempe North by-election. Miracle Ibra was reporting on the nomination of National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Elias Nalukoola Luyimbazi
AfDB, Pandemic Fund sign agreement to leverage resources for pandemic preparedness
The African Development Bank Group [AfDB] has signed an agreement to become an implementing entity of the Pandemic Fund. This enables the Bank to coordinate financing of the Fund’s approved projects in Africa, as well as to participate in a call for proposals for financing investments scheduled to launch next
Stanbic Bank donates Solar-Powered Bags to school going Children in Okere City
Okere City in Otuke District, North Eastern Uganda, is home to several hundred young girls and boys who face a major challenge that hinders their educational aspirations. Ageno Rwot Flavia, a 13-year-old primary six pupil at Okere Community School, has ambitions to become a pilot, but studying is difficult when
Local currency holds steady amid dollar inflows
The local unit was largely stable this week as dollar supply from commodity exporters and portfolio investors continued to keep existing demand from energy and manufacturing firms at bay. The local unit was seen trading at 3675 / 3685 levels on Friday, a little weaker than the week’s opening of
EC Nominates NRM Flag Bearer for Kawempe North By-election
The Independent Electoral Commission has officially nominated Faridah Nambi as the NRM flag bearer for the Kawempe North By-election. Speaking to her supporters at Kawempe Mbogo Muslim Primary School Ground, Nambi urged women and youth to rally behind her candidacy, emphasizing their potential to shape the constituency’s future. “Youth and
Human Rights Violations Will Persist If State’s Coercive Force Remains Unchecked – NUP’s Nalukoola
The National Unity Platform (NUP) Candidate for Kawempe by-election Erias Luyimbazi Nalukoola has warned that human rights violations in Uganda will continue to rise unless the state’s use of coercive force against opposition leaders and illegal evictions is properly addressed. Speaking on recent cases of human rights abuses, Luyimbazi
Davis & Shirtliff Partners with Flowserve to Expand Access to Premium Industrial Pumps and Seals
Davis & Shirtliff has partnered with Flowserve Corporation, a global leader in flow control products and services, to enhance access to high-quality, affordable industrial pumps and seals across East and Central Africa. This collaboration enables Davis & Shirtliff to expand its industrial portfolio with Flowserve’s premium products, while Flowserve, a
