Bishop Kiganda Urges Museveni to Involve Religious Leaders in Anti-Corruption Efforts
Bishop David Kiganda, founder and senior pastor of Christianity Focus Ministries, has called on President Yoweri Museveni to actively involve religious leaders in the fight against corruption. According to the Inspectorate of Government, Uganda loses approximately Shs 10 trillion annually to corruption-related activities. This pervasive vice has eroded public trust,
New Report Reveals Key Insights into the African Sports Market Trends for 2025
Africa Sports Unified (ASU), the world’s leading Pan-African sports business hub, has released its highly anticipated 2025 African Sports Market Trends Report. Through a comprehensive survey conducted by key stakeholders from across the Pan-African sports market, the report provides an in-depth analysis of the key trends shaping the African sports industry
What are the preferred charges against Joseph Kony whose wife and children have returned to Uganda
The International Criminal Court [ICC] is in the process of confirmation of charges hearing against war Joseph Kony, the leader of the Lord’s Resistance Army [LRA] who is suspected of 36 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity, allegedly committed between at least July 1, 2002, until December 31,
New O’Level Curriculum Accelerating Robotics and AI Adoption in Schools
Ehsan Ismael, a Senior Three student at Emma High School, Kikaaya, held up a tiny blue and red robot before an excited school assembly as it whirred to life. Barely the size of a school lunchbox, the solar-powered panel cleaner moved with precise, calculated motions, guided by two motors,
Delayed Umeme Buyout will cost Uganda Shs 139 billion
The Ministry of Finance has warned that failure to approve a Shs 696.621 billion loan for Umeme Limited’s buyout will lead to high interest penalties. The buyout loan, to be provided by Stanbic Bank, is intended to finance compensation for Umeme Limited’s unrecovered capital investments in line with the lease
NUP Candidate Elias Nalukoola Arrested
The National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate for the Kawempe North by-election, Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola, has been arrested shortly after his nomination. The political party confirmed his arrest in an official statement. According to the statement, Counsel Nalukoola was arrested by the Joint Anti-Terrorism Task Force of Uganda (JATT). “JATT operatives
Uganda Baati Roofs New Classroom Block for Kiwale Primary School
Kiwale Church of Uganda (COU) Primary School, once struggling with makeshift classrooms and a lack of proper learning facilities, received a major boost through the support of the Safal Uganda Baati Foundation in partnership with the Rotary Club of Bweyogerere Namboole. The Foundation supported with roofing a new four-classroom block
AfDB and Standard Bank Unite to Support SMMEs and Boost Trade
The African Development Bank Group [AfDB] and Standard Bank Group (SBG) on Monday signed a landmark financial agreement to enhance funding for small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) and expand trade across Africa. The agreement includes a R3.6 billion investment in a social bond and a $200 million Risk Participation
Network International appointed as Payment Processing Partner by MTN Group Fintech
Network International, a leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has been appointed as a Payment Processor – Issuing partner for MTN Group Fintech, Africa’s leading mobile financial services provider. This partnership marks a significant extension of Network’s portfolio of issuer processing collaborations throughout the
NUP’s Kawempe North Mobilization Chair Arrested Ahead of Nalukoola’s Nomination
Kawempe North Mobilization Chairman, Sserubiri Charles, who was in possession of the nomination documents for National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Eria Luyimbazi Nalukoola, has been arrested. His arrest was confirmed by NUP party president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine. Luyimbazi was scheduled to be nominated at 11:00
