Governments, Companies Borrow USD 25 Trillion in 2024
Governments and companies borrowed a record USD 25 trillion from markets in 2024 USD 10 trillion more than pre-COVID levels and nearly three times the amount raised in 2007 according to the latest OECD report. The OECD Global Debt Report 2025: Financing Growth in a Challenging Debt Market Environment projects
UPDF Troops Under United Nations Guard Unit Complete Security and Induction Training in Somalia
Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU-XI) in Somalia have successfully completed Camp Security and Induction Training for the third batch of personnel. The training was designed to enhance the effectiveness of UPDF troops in Somalia’s complex operational environment. It focused on
GASP Leads Community Waste Drive at Luzira Portbell, Advocates for Sustainable Waste Management
Green Action for Sustainable Production (GASP) hosted a community-led waste drive at Luzira Portbell, an initiative aimed at empowering local communities to take an active role in waste management and environmental conservation. This event aligns with GASP’s ongoing efforts to promote a cleaner, healthier Uganda as the country celebrates the
Parliament Explains Delay in Swearing-in of Nalukoola
Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has explained the delay in swearing in Kawempe North MP-elect Erias Luyimbazi Nalukoola. Among stated that Parliament is awaiting a copy of the gazette before proceeding with the swearing-in ceremony. “When a member wins, I wait for the gazette. Once I receive it, I swear
PRAU celebrates successful mentees at Makerere Business School Student Symposium
The Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) proudly celebrated the graduation of Cohorts 1 and 2 of its Mentorship Programme at a prestigious ceremony held at Makerere Business School. This milestone marks a significant step in PRAU’s mission to nurture the next generation of Public Relations professionals in Uganda. The
Oulanyah Encouraged Thoughtful Engagement and Informed Debate – Thomas Tayebwa
Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has paid tribute to the late former Speaker, Jacob Oulanyah, on the third anniversary of his passing. Oulanyah passed away on March 20, 2022, in Seattle, USA, just two months after being admitted to the hospital in February of that year. On February 3,
Uganda Airlines Launches Direct Flight to the UK
Uganda Airlines has launched its inaugural direct flight from Uganda to the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone for the national carrier. The launch was officiated by the Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Katumba Wamala. The direct flight to London Gatwick, set to commence on May 18, 2025, will
Isaac Ssemakadde: Arrest Warrants Against Me Are Unjustified and Politically Motivated
The President of the Uganda Law Society, Isaac Ssemakadde, has stated that the arrest warrants issued against him are unjustified and politically motivated. “I am challenging all arrest warrants issued against me, as they are unjustified and politically motivated. A petition is currently before the High Court seeking the cancellation
NFA nabs three suspects in Mabira Forest destruction
In line with the National Forestry Authority’s (NFA) mandate to ensure sustainable forest management and conservation of Central Forest Reserves (CFRs) in Uganda, the NFA enforcement team has arrested three key individuals involved in the illegal clearance and destruction of Mabira Forest, Buikwe District. This decisive action reflects NFA’s commitment
Court Orders Interpol to Arrest ULS President Ssemakadde
Buganda Road Court has issued an international arrest warrant for Isaac Ssemakadde, the President of the Uganda Law Society, ordering Interpol to apprehend him. The warrant was granted by Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi at the request of private prosecutors Tonny Tumukunde and Joshua Byamazima. The lawyers had earlier petitioned the
