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KCB Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the 13-time winner of the Uganda Rugby Championship, KOBs, to reclaim its former glory. Launching the new KOBS Rugby Club kit and announcing a cash boost of UGX 195 million to the club, Diana Komukama, the head of marketing at KCB Bank, emphasized the bank’s commitment to supporting KOBs in fulfilling their ambitions for the 2025 rugby season. Komukama said the sponsorship is part of an ongoing partnership between KCB and KOBs. The bank will provide financial backing to help the KOBs push for the league title, which they last won in…
Dr. Abdul Rashid Hassan, Ghana’s Minister for Labor and Employment and President of the African Parliamentarians Forum on Population and Development (APFPD/FPA), has expressed concerns regarding population growth in Africa during a courtesy visit to the Afro-Arab Youth Council in Bumwanya, Kampala. He was warmly welcomed by the Secretary-General, Hon. Dr. Abbas Agaba. During the visit, Dr. Hassan shared his extensive experience working with youth, emphasizing the urgent need to address the challenges posed by rapid population growth. He noted, “If Uganda and Ghana had almost the same population in 1960, yet Ghana’s population is now around 33 to 34…
By Brenda Chipo Ugandan drivers and riders have been urged to exercise extra caution on the roads, as reckless driving accounts for 52% of all road accidents in the country. These accidents not only claim innocent lives but also result in a loss of 5% of Uganda’s GDP each year. On average, Uganda loses 14 lives daily, with 70 more people requiring medical attention due to road accidents. During a press briefing in Kampala, Joe Walker Foundation CEO Joel Walker Joseph Beyanga, highlighted the urgent need for change. He pointed out that reckless driving continues to cause immense harm to…
Veteran politician Dr Kiiza Besigye will appear before a civilian court on Wednesday, 19 February 2025, following intense parliamentary pressure. Besigye’s continued detention and health condition was the center of debate during the plenary on 18 February 2025. Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale were arrested and faced the General Court Martial over alleged illegal possession of firearms. The announcement regarding Dr. Kiiza Besigye’s court appearance was made by the Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Norbert Mao. “By the time we arrived at the court, Dr. Besigye’s lawyers had been in discussions with the Judiciary, and they agreed to reschedule…
In a ceremony held today at Obongi Town Primary School, Dr. George Didi Bhoka, the Member of Parliament for Obongi Constituency, awarded full tuition bursaries to 13 outstanding candidates who completed the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) last year. This initiative is part of the MP’s campaign promise to support the top 60 students with full tuition bursaries throughout his term in office. With today’s awards, the total number of beneficiaries under the MP’s bursary scheme has risen to 85 students across secondary, tertiary, and university levels. The Chairperson of the Bursary Committee, Mr. Sende, provided insight into the selection criteria,…
Pastor Martin Ssempa has clarified his previous statements regarding polygamy, stating, “I did not intend to make the comments that went viral on various platforms. I do not support polygamy, as the Bible does not promote it.” Pastor Ssempa, of Makerere Community Church, made this clarification during a recent public hearing on the Marriage Bill, which has faced challenges in Parliament for several decades. During a press briefing in Bugolobi, Pastor Ssempa emphasized, “I do not practice or promote polygamy, and I urge the public not to embrace it, as it is associated with significant problems.” He reaffirmed that his…
Uganda is facing a major setback in its fight against HIV/AIDS Due to the executive order of US President Donald Trump that froze support for National HIV Response in Uganda. 21,023 employees working in HIV/AIDS clinics are no longer employed, and condom distribution has come to a halt. Uganda Aids Commission and other agencies want the government to secure UGX 300 billion to fill the gap. The Uganda Aids Commission, led by Dr. Nelson Musooba, met with the parliamentary health committee to discuss the crisis. They expressed shock and concern, despite assurances from US Foreign Minister Marco Rubio that AIDS…
By Fred Kajjubi The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has issued a final warning to Clearing and Forwarding companies to stop tax evasion or face severe consequences. This announcement came after a five-hour meeting between URA Commissioner General John Rujoki Musinguzi and the customs clearing and forwarding fraternity in Kampala. Musinguzi revealed that the URA has been actively fighting corruption within its ranks, resulting in the dismissal of 84 employees in the customs department. However, the problem persists, with some companies colluding with corrupt officials to evade taxes. To address this, URA has vowed to take a tougher stance, with Musinguzi…
Legislators on the Parliamentary Committee of Legal Affairs have today queried officials of the Electoral Commission (EC), National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), and Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) over the challenges faced during voter registration. A meeting between the Legal Affairs Committee and representatives from EC, NIRA, and UBOS revealed that NIRA provided the Electoral Commission with absolute equipment procured in 2014, which has hindered the smooth registration process Justice Simon Byabakama, the Electoral Commission Chairman, explained that the commission is facing difficulties due to the lack of necessary equipment. As a result, they have to rely on NIRA’s…
To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…
To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…
To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…
To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…
To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…
To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…