The Cynical Politicization Of Tragedy, A Recipe For National Paralysis
By Charles Twiine Mansio As the old adage goes, “when calamity strikes, the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers.” Yet, in Uganda, it appears that some individuals and groups have mastered the art of turning tragedies into political footballs, cynically exploiting human suffering to further their own selfish
Byabashaija Hails Stanbic for Unmatched Financial Solutions to Prison Officers
The Commissioner General of Prisons, Can. Dr. Johnson Byabashaija, recently hosted a delegation from Stanbic Bank, a member of the Standard Bank Group led by Kevin Wingfield, Head of Personal and Private Banking (PPB) for East and West African regions. Talks centered on strengthening partnerships, enhancing financial solutions, and rolling
Uganda Securities Exchange suspends UMEME after handover UEDCL
The Uganda Securities Exchange (USE) has suspended UMEME following the expiry of electricity distribution concession agreement and subsequent handover to Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL). Yesterday, government paid US$118 million (Shs 432.677 billion) to UMEME following the expiry of concession agreement. “USE hereby informs all investors and the general public that
Energy: African Rare Earth Projects Advance Amid Rising Global Demand
The global demand for rare earth elements is projected to increase four-fold by 2030, driven by the energy transition and increasing investments in industrialization. African nations rich in rare earth minerals are accelerating exploration and production efforts to capitalize on this growth. With up to eight rare earth projects set
Businessman Haruna Sentongo Loses Shs 10 billion Case Against I&M Bank Uganda
City businessman Haruna Sentongo, a brother to Hamis Kiggundu, has lost a Shs 10 billion case against I&M Bank Uganda Limited. In January 2019, Orient Bank Limited (now I&M Bank Uganda) sued Haruna Sentongo, seeking repayment of Shs 10.3 billion, accrued interest, general damages, and costs of the suit. In
Coca-Cola, Joe Walker transform Uganda’s road safety landscape
Over the past three years, the Joe Walker Road Safety Campaign, with strong support from Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), has grown into one of Uganda’s most influential road safety advocacy movements. Through a series of long-distance walks, the campaign has mobilized thousands of Ugandans, sparked critical conversations, and inspired action
Uganda Loses Shs 316 billion in the Medical Field Due to Corruption
Former Leader of Opposition, Winnie Kiiza, has dismissed claims that Uganda is a poor country, arguing that such descriptions arise because the nation’s leaders manage it with a “kiosk mentality.” Speaking at Parliament during the presentation of the 2025/26 Alternative Budget, Kiiza emphasized that Uganda’s financial struggles stem from mismanagement
Canon Kugonza Joshua elected third bishop of Masindi Kitara diocese
The House of Bishops of Church of Uganda sitting at Zebra Hotel in Masaka City , March 30, 2025 has elected Rev. Canon. Kugonza Joshua as the third Bishop of Masindi Kitara Diocese. He will be consecrated and enthroned as the third Bishop of the Diocese on August 3, 2025
Royco’s ‘Share Goodness’ Campaign Feeds Over 5,000, Concludes Ramadan with Donation to Uganda Muslim Supreme Council
Unilever Uganda, through its iconic seasoning brand Royco, has successfully concluded its ‘Share Goodness’ campaign, a month-long initiative that provided nutritious Iftar meals to over 5,000 Muslims in 25 mosques across the country. To mark the end of Ramadan, Royco today made a significant donation to the Uganda Muslim Supreme
Uganda Signs Shs 14.6 trillion Oil Refinery Deal with Alpha MBM Investments
In a significant move to strengthen its emerging hydrocarbons industry, the Ugandan government has signed an oil refinery implementation agreement with Alpha MBM Investments LLC to develop a $4 billion (Shs 14.6 trillion) oil refinery. President Yoweri Museveni confirmed the agreement, stating that the refinery will be constructed in Hoima
