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The Local Government Finance Commission (LGFC) has outlined an ambitious plan to help local governments raise Shs1 trillion in locally generated revenue. This was revealed by the Commission’s chairperson Isaac Musumba, while appearing before Parliament’s Committee on Public Service and Local Government, chaired by Martin Ojara Mapenduzi, who also doubles as the MP for Bardege-Layibi Division. The meeting was attended by the State Minister for Local Government, Hon. Victoria Rusoke Busingye, the Permanent Secretary, senior ministry officials. Musumba said the target is aimed at strengthening fiscal sustainability, reducing over-reliance on conditional grants, and accelerating service delivery at the local level.…
By Hon. Bhoka George Didi Greetings to you all. I am back from the political frontline as a casualty by choice of the majority of our voters. May their will be done. In a multiparty democratic society, power to elect leaders at all levels is vested in adults (18 years and above) assumed to be of sound mind. They understand their personal, family, community, and organizational development needs and interests. Political parties are vehicles through which citizens are supposed to articulate these interests, mainly through party manifestos. Flag bearers of political parties should market these manifestos to citizens during the…
The Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya, has called upon Local Government Communication Officers to proactively communicate government programmes and interventions to the public, emphasizing that effective communication is vital for improved service delivery, transparency, and accountability. Speaking at a meeting of Local Government Communication Officers during a one-day meeting held at the Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala, to strategize on effective communication and enhanced citizen engagement, at the Ministry of Local Government headquarters in Kampala, Mr. Kumumanya underscored the strategic role of communication in ensuring that citizens are well informed about government policies, programmes, and…
The Government has released Shs16.537 trillion for the third quarter of the Financial Year 2025/26, as Uganda continues to register strong macroeconomic stability despite being an election year, the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development has announced. Addressing the media during a press briefing on Friday, the Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, said the Quarter Three expenditure limits were issued in line with the Government’s fiscal consolidation agenda, aimed at sustaining macroeconomic stability and maintaining fiscal discipline. “This impressive state of the economy is unlike previous election years that were largely characterised by inflation and…
By Isaac Senabulya Igara East Member of Parliament and National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer, Michael Mawanda Maranga, has dismissed claims by Gerald Agaba that he is the Chief Coordinator of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) in Western Uganda. Mawanda, who also serves as Director of Mobilisation at PLU, described the claims as baseless, saying Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chairman of PLU, has not appointed Agaba to that position. Addressing the media at his county office in Kitwe Rwentuha, Bushenyi District, Mawanda said PLU has a clear leadership structure, which includes a Vice Chairperson for Western Uganda, Hon. Dr.…
The Government of Iceland has committed an additional US$5.5 million to UNICEF to strengthen government–led programmes in Uganda, delivering critical services to vulnerable children, adolescents, and families across the country. The new funding, announced in Kampala, will advance national priorities in social protection, education, early childhood development, and sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) through government systems at both national and sub-national levels. Through two complementary investments, Iceland—one of UNICEF’s long-standing strategic partners—is scaling up interventions that focus on adolescent mothers and consolidating sustainable WASH services in schools and health facilities, particularly in refugee-hosting communities. Iceland and UNICEF signed a US$4 million…
UDB equips Mbarara SMEs on Credit access and sustainable operations By Solomon Lubambula Uganda Development Bank Ltd (UDB) has graduated a new cohort of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Mbarara District under its Enterprise Development Program, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to become investor-ready. Through business advisory services, UDB prepares both start-ups and established enterprises to access financing from financial institutions and sustain their operations. The programme is implemented in collaboration with Makerere University Business School’s Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Incubation Centre and runs in a hybrid format, offering training, capacity building, business incubation and acceleration, sector-focused…
By Admin The Uganda Poetry Society (UPS) has announced that the Dr. Ivan Edwards Poetry Award will remain completely free to enter, even as the total prize value rises to $1,200. The award offers $1,000 for adults and $200 for youth. The society’s decision comes at a time when many high-value competitions across Africa charge entry fees, often excluding participants from rural areas, low-income backgrounds, and younger poets. UPS says it aims to ensure that talent, not money, determines who rises. “No Ugandan should be priced out of their own brilliance,” the society stated, emphasizing the importance of making poetry…
Kampala, Uganda — Health experts and policymakers have called for urgent health system reforms, stronger partnerships and sustainable financing to protect essential services as international health funding to Uganda declines. The call was made during the 1st KOFIH Health Forum 2025, convened by the Korea Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) Global Alumni Uganda Chapter in partnership with the KOFIH Uganda Office, held from December 10–12, 2025, at SKYZ Hotel, Naguru, under the theme “Turning Health Challenges into Opportunities for Change.” Participants warned that Uganda’s health system faces mounting pressure from a dual burden of disease—persistent infectious illnesses such as malaria,…
As Uganda approaches a defining electoral period, the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG) Executive Director, Julius Mukunda, has raised concerns over persistent financial gaps and weaknesses in public financial management. Speaking during a media briefing at CSBAG offices in Ntinda, Kampala, Mukunda said urgent reforms are needed to ensure public resources deliver equitable benefits to all Ugandans, rather than being diverted into unnecessary expenditures during political rallies. He warned that poor financial decisions made today could shape the nation’s trajectory for generations to come, calling for responsible and prudent spending to curb waste. Mukunda highlighted that Uganda continues to…
The Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) has hosted a high-level delegation from Burundi’s health sector and the Rotary Club of Burundi on a benchmarking visit aimed at strengthening cancer care services in the neighboring country. The visit was brokered by Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs as part of regional health diplomacy efforts to enhance cross-border collaboration in cancer treatment, training, and research. The delegation, led by Ms. Anne Babinaga from the Uganda Embassy in Bujumbura, included senior officials from Burundi’s Ministry of Health and the leadership of CMCK Cancer Hospital, Burundi’s main cancer treatment facility. Among them were Dr. Ernest Uwezo,…
Thousands of Ugandan graduates are struggling to find jobs, while companies continue to look for skilled workers they cannot find. To fix this mismatch, the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Council is reshaping the country’s skilling system to meet the needs of the labour market. At a TVET Reforms Dissemination Workshop in Nakawa on Tuesday, Moses Kasakya, the Council’s Executive Director, said the new system focuses on what the market wants, not just what training institutions can offer. “We have many graduates who are unemployed, yet there are jobs that remain unfilled. The biggest reform is shifting focus…
Embrace Peace At All Costs-Dr.Kazimba Mugalu By Solomon Lubambula Ahead of the 2026 general elections, the Church of Uganda has urged leaders to prioritize peace. Speaking at the 2025 Christmas carols and Thanksgiving service organized by the Parliamentary Anglican Chaplaincy, Archbishop Stephen Kazimba Mugalu emphasized the need for politicians and citizens to maintain peace with God, themselves, and others. Quoting Ephesians 4:26, he condemned hatred based on political, tribal, or religious differences and encouraged promoting love and peace, especially during the festive season. Archbishop Kazimba also addressed young people, warning against being manipulated to spread conflict or violence. His message…
Kenya secured a convincing 3–1 victory over Uganda in the men’s volleyball match at the ongoing EAC Inter-Parliamentary Games 2025, played at Makerere Indoor Stadium, finishing the encounter with a commanding performance in the fourth set. Uganda started the match with strong momentum, but Kenya held their nerve to narrowly claim the opening set 25–23, capitalising on well-coordinated attacks and disciplined defence. Uganda bounced back in the second set, dominating play to overwhelm Kenya 25–11, leveling the match and keeping the contest alive. The third set proved tightly contested, with both teams pushing intensely for control. Kenya edged Uganda 25–23,…
As it rebrands from PostBank Uganda to Pearl Bank, the financial institution is renewing its commitment to better serve its customers, beginning with a special appreciation initiative this festive season. This, as Pearl Bank launched a festive campaign called “Pearl Santa” through which it will surprise customers at selected branches with visits from Pearl Santa, spreading Christmas cheer and appreciation during the holiday season. According to Priscilla Akora, Head of Marketing and Communications, the campaign aims to strengthen customer relationships by adding a personal touch and celebrating clients in meaningful ways. “Therefore, the rebrand is more than a name change;…