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Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among has pledged to strengthen peace and development in the district, after officially been nominated to contest again as Bukedea (NRM) flag bearer Woman Member of Parliament in 2026-2031. Speaking after her nomination at the Bukedea stadium , Among thanked voters for their trust and vowed to continue empowering communities, especially women’s groups, through local development programs. “We must protect the peace we have and ensure people earn from their own initiatives while complementing government programs,” she said. Among highlighted several achievements in Bukedea, including a hospital offering free services, a nursing…
Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among has today commissioned a digital learning facility at Kachumbala Primary School in Bukedea District, urging schools across the country to fully embrace digital education. The newly launched digital classroom, installed by Nkumba University under the Digitally Community-Centered Early Childhood Development Approach (DECEDA) with support from the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), and the Ministries of Education and Sports and ICT, is part of a transformative initiative aimed at promoting inclusive, technology-driven early childhood education in underserved communities. During the launch, Speaker Among — who also serves as Bukedea District Woman MP — encouraged learners to…
Advocates for cooperatives in Uganda are calling for a single, strong regulator to oversee all cooperative operations, aiming to boost the country’s economic growth. At the launch of the Uganda Parliamentary Forum for Cooperatives, the Forum Chairperson and Ngora District Woman MP Stella Isodo Apolot supported by Wilson Nyabutundu, Advocacy Manager Uganda Cooperative Alliance highlighted that the challenges facing cooperatives stem from gaps in laws and the lack of unified supervision. Currently, different authorities oversee SACCOS and cooperatives, leading to bureaucratic delays and difficult monitoring. Nyabutundu welcomed the forum which is seen as a key step in shaping policy and…
MP Katuntu Surprises Many as He Backs Museveni in Among’s Bugweri Rally Bugweri County MP Abdu Katuntu surprised many residents when he publicly spoke in support of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni during a rally organized by Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among to mobilize votes for the NRM. Katuntu joined the Speaker, who is his boss and Upon his arrival, Speaker Among invited him to address the crowd and encourage residents to vote for her candidate. “My boss has asked me one thing—to ask for her boss votes—and I am to do it in this way,” Katuntu told the cheering…
Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among has called on residents of Mayuge District to rally behind President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in the 2026 general elections, citing the government’s progress in infrastructure, community development, and security as key factors in continuing Uganda’s stability and growth. Addressing a gathering of locals in Mayuge, Among outlined several government initiatives aimed at empowering communities, particularly those in the fishing industry. Among highlighted the ongoing Parish Development Model (PDM), under which each parish would receive UGX 15 million to improve local infrastructure and welfare. “This support will go towards benefiting local leaders like LC1s, NRM chairpersons, and councillors, with the aim…
By Chipo Brenda Retired clergy across Uganda have received a generous donation of UGX 50 million from PaxTel Telecom to support their welfare and financial stability after years of serving in the ministry. Speaking at the handover ceremony, Archbishop Dr. Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu applauded the initiative, saying the clergy may be retired from active duty but remain spiritually active in their communities. “These people are retired from work but they remain in their areas still preaching the good news. They need to be provided for because a person preaching on an empty stomach may not do it well,” Dr. Kaziimba…
Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among on Saturday urged local leaders in Namutumba District to take charge of mobilization and ensure overwhelming support for President Yoweri Museveni in upcoming campaigns. “This campaign is all on you,” she said. “You must move village to village and make sure Namutumba delivers. Let the campaign money benefit your people, not outsiders.” Among told leaders that both success and failure in mobilization would be credited to them and encouraged unity among all residents regardless of past political differences. Promises on Agriculture, Health, and Education Among reaffirmed government’s commitment to improving agriculture and supporting modernization…
Speaker Among Pledges Action as UNATU Petitions Parliament Over Teachers’ Salary Gaps The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, has pledged that Parliament will take action to address the growing pay disparities among teachers, following a petition from the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU). The Speaker announced that the petition will be referred to the Committees on Education and Public Service for joint review and recommendations to the House. She also directed the Minister of Public Service to take immediate action on the issues raised, noting that the matter would be included in the upcoming budget framework discussions.…
Speaker Among Rallies Bugiri Residents to Back Museveni, Highlights Peace and Jobs The Speaker of Parliament and NRM Second National Vice Chairperson (Female), Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, has urged Bugiri residents to support President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni in the upcoming elections, saying his leadership guarantees peace, development, and prosperity. Addressing a rally on Monday, Among warned against “protest votes,” saying they risk undoing the country’s hard-won stability. “The umbrella can’t do anything for you. A protesting vote is a vote against peace,” she said. “With President Museveni, your future is secure — peace is protected, land ownership safeguarded, and…
By Solomon Lubambula Liberty Insurance, in partnership with Stanbic Bank and SafeBoda, has launched a new product dubbed “Protecta Boda” aimed at improving road safety and increasing insurance penetration in Uganda, which currently stands below 1 percent. According to Raphael Bisaso, the product—currently under the Sandbox innovation framework—covers three key components in the event of an accident: vehicle damage, driver, and third party. He explained that the policy allows SafeBoda car drivers to insure their vehicles, drivers, and passengers at a rate of 1.5 percent of the car’s total value, with access to approved garages for quick repairs. At Mulago…
The Speaker of Parliament and NRM Second National Vice Chairperson (Female), Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, has urged residents of Buyende District to embrace government wealth creation programs as the Busoga Sub-region prepares to welcome President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the NRM Presidential Flag Bearer. Speaking at a rall in Buyende District , Among encouraged locals to take advantage of initiatives championed by the NRM government to improve household incomes and help Uganda achieve its goal of attaining upper middle-income status. She commended President Museveni for his visionary leadership, saying it has enabled the country to move from instability to lasting…
he Common Man’s Party presidential candidate, Mubarak Munyangwa, has launched a fundraising campaign aiming to raise nearly Sh15 billion to finance his bid for the presidency. Munyangwa disclosed that Sh2 billion of the funds will be allocated to promote his campaign slogan, “Lusiniya,” which encourages sharing and eating together with the common man. The fundraising team is chaired by Treasurer Musa Lukwago, with assistance from Ssemakula Habib, Vice President for the Buganda region, and Kefeero Mutaasa, Publicity Secretary. “We need financial support from overseas, the business community, and other well-wishers to enable the Common Man’s Party to liberate the common…
By Solomon Lubambula PostBank Uganda has been awarded the prestigious Sustainability Certification by the European Organization for Sustainable Development (EOSD), a recognition that underscores the bank’s dedication to sustainable banking practices and its role in driving socio-economic development in Uganda. EOSD, based in Germany, is a global authority in promoting sustainability across sectors, particularly in finance, by helping institutions implement strategies that foster responsible growth, protect the environment, and contribute to resilient economies. The certification positions PostBank Uganda as a regional leader in sustainable finance, validating its efforts to integrate sustainability across its operations, products, and services. Julius Kakeeto, Managing…
By Julius Adi Parliament’s Committee on the National Economy is scrutinizing a government proposal to borrow funds for the construction and equipping of two regional cancer centers in Mbale and Arua. The loan request was presented to the committee by Hon. Henry Musasizi, Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (General Duties), who led the Ministry of Finance team. According to the Ministry’s submission, the government seeks to borrow EUR 9.4 million from Unicredit Bank Austria for the construction and equipping of the Mbale Oncology Center and USD 36.5 million from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) for the…
The Ministry of Health has issued an urgent appeal for public action against sepsis, a rapidly fatal condition that claims millions of lives globally each year. The call comes as the Ministry observes International Sepsis Day, highlighting the alarming rate of infection across the country. Dr. Charles Olaro, the Director General of Health Services, stated that sepsis incidence is a major concern, particularly among children and mothers. He revealed a worrying statistic: “In every ten sick people admitted, four of them are suffering from sepsis.” Understanding the Silent Killer Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that arises when the body’s response…