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President Yoweri Museveni has called on Christians to balance their spiritual life with practical economic efforts for a more fulfilling, sustainable, and productive livelihood. In a message delivered by Speaker of Parliament Anita Among during the thanksgiving service and the 10th anniversary of Rt. Rev. Paul Kiptoo Masaba’s episcopal ministry in the Diocese of Sebei, Kapchorwa District, on Sunday, 28 September 2025, Museveni said Christians should go beyond prayer and worship to address household economic needs. “Christians should not only seek spiritual needs—through prayer, fasting, praise, and worship—but also strive to earn household income to meet essential requirements such as…
HR Practitioners Push for Council to Regulate Profession in Uganda Members of the Human resource Managers’ Association of Uganda have vehemently defended the need for the enactment of a law to regulate Human Resource management to ensure the productivity and welfare of employees in the country. Ronald Bbosa said that the Bill will create a council that regulates the Human Resource practice in the country, which will ensure professionalism in the different workplaces. Interfacing with the lawmakers led by Pius Wakabi, the Vice Chairperson of the Public Service and local government committee of parliament, said that the absence of professionals…
By Chipo Brenda The Uganda National Association of the Deaf (UNAD) has commended the Electoral Commission (EC) for including nine deaf employees during the recent elections. Speaking at Uganda Media Centre ahead of the International Week of the Deaf, Minister of State for Disability Affairs Hellen Asamo said the initiative highlights the rights of deaf people. She urged that these positions become permanent roles instead of temporary appointments. Asamo called for a national sign language law to officially recognize Ugandan Sign Language (UGSL). The proposed law would establish a Uganda Sign Language Board to standardize, regulate, and promote UGSL, support…
By Chipo Brenda The Ministry of Internal Affairs has warned that the rising number of unauthorized firearms continues to threaten communities, as Uganda prepares to host the 9th continental launch of Africa Amnesty Month next month. Assistant Commissioner of Police Florence Kirabira revealed that an estimated 40 million firearms are held illegally by individuals across Uganda, compared to just 5 million government-owned weapons, which are properly managed by the military, police, and other security agencies. She stressed that illegal firearms are often used in violent crimes, insurgency, and terrorist activities. “It is important that people are encouraged to voluntarily hand…
By Adiga Julius Government will urgently engage South Sudan at both ministerial and heads of state levels to protect Ugandan lives and trade following the latest ambush on cross-border travelers, Parliament has heard. Hon. Justine Kasule Lumumba, Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister (General Duties), speaking on behalf of Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, the Prime Minister and Leader of Government Business, told the House on Thursday that Uganda would step up diplomatic and security cooperation to curb the recurring attacks. The government will engage counterparts in Juba to ensure Ugandans are protected both along the routes and inside…
By Solomon Lubambula PostBank Uganda, in partnership with adelphi under the EU-funded Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator (UGEFA), has trained 30 staff through its Green Finance Academy to boost green finance knowledge and advance global sustainability goals by 2030. The capacity-building program equips employees with insights into global best practices, aiming to accelerate understanding of green finance within Uganda’s financial sector. Carolyn Andama, PostBank’s Head of Public Sector, said the training will enhance the delivery of finance to bankable green SMEs, scaling positive environmental, social, and economic impacts. She applauded the Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator for championing sustainable initiatives…
Government Pledges Salary Enhancements and Support for Local Leaders to Improve Service Delivery. By Solomon Lubambula The Ugandan government has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing challenges facing local government leaders, aiming to strengthen service delivery across the country. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has directed salary enhancements for local government political leaders, a move disclosed by Local Government Minister Raphael Magyezi during a parliamentary session. Magyezi’s remarks followed a petition from the Uganda Local Government Association (ULGA) and the Urban Authorities Association of Uganda (UAAU), presented to Parliament by Buyanja MP Emely Kugonza on behalf of ULGA President Andrew Awany. The…
By Chipo Brenda Stakeholders from across Africa and Asia have underscored the urgent need for a legally binding framework to address the full life cycle of plastics, ensure accountability for trans-boundary pollution, and recognize the unique challenges faced by developing countries. These key points emerged during the 63rd Annual Session of the Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization (AALCO), held at Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, Uganda. Climate Change Injustice: A Shared Responsibility Speaking during the session, Uganda’s Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka, who chaired the discussions, emphasized the shared responsibility of member states in tackling climate change. He highlighted the injustices inflicted…
Ugandan Firms Face ESG Test as New Survey Probes Readiness By Solomon Lubambula Kasi Insight, Africa’s leading decision intelligence platform, in partnership with Capital One Group’s communication and marketing agency, has launched a survey to evaluate how Ugandan organizations are integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. The initiative comes as businesses navigate evolving local and global regulatory frameworks. Capital One’s Managing Director, Paul Mwirigi Muriungi, said the survey will assess challenges, priorities, and opportunities for building a sustainable ESG framework to guide both businesses and policymakers. “This survey is aimed at understanding how organizations in Uganda are integrating ESG…
Govt Seeks to Borrow USD 99m for the Livestock Sector In a bid to revolutionize Uganda’s livestock industry, the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Agriculture presented a groundbreaking proposal to the Parliament’s Committee of National Economy. Led by State Minister of Finance Henry Musaasizi, the officials sought to borrow $99.56 million from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to finance the Resilient Livestock Value Chain Project (Reliv). The project aims to transform the lives of 400,000 households and 2 million direct beneficiaries, with 40% women and 25% youths, in 55 selected districts. These districts were chosen for their…
PostBank Uganda Sees Surge of Unbanked Customers Through ZeroFlex Account By Solomon Lubowa PostBank Uganda has recorded significant growth in financial inclusion through its Zeroflex account, which has attracted a large number of first-time banking customers. Data shows that 89 percent of Zeroflex account holders are “new-to-bank” customers—individuals who had never previously held a formal account. This achievement highlights the bank’s success in reaching the unbanked population, an area where the wider banking industry has historically struggled. The uptake is particularly strong among Ugandans aged 18 to 39, reflecting the country’s youthful and digitally inclined population. According to Adons Aryong,…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged National Development Banks to prioritize financing for the private sector and strategic infrastructure, stressing that this is essential for job creation and sustainable wealth generation. Speaking at the opening of the Uganda Development Finance Summit, Museveni noted that although Uganda has heavily invested in physical infrastructure, this has not translated into significant wealth creation. He criticized development partners such as the World Bank and IMF for channeling most of their support into social sectors and road construction, while neglecting critical areas like railways and electricity, which he said are vital in reducing production costs.…
Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services in Uganda (CoRSU) has launched the Annual CoRSU Walk under the theme “Bring Hope to Children with Disability”, aiming to raise UGX 400 million to provide life-changing support for children with disabilities. The funds will facilitate 300 surgeries, the purchase of vital medical equipment, and the renovation of the Outpatient Department. According to the 2014 National Population Census, 12.5% of Ugandans live with disabilities many linked to treatable conditions while 80% of childhood disabilities could be prevented through timely access to specialized services. Aloysius Bakidde, Chairperson of the CoRSU Walk Committee, celebrated last year’s success, when UGX 78…
Surgeons Seek UGX 1.5 Billion to Support Free Medical Camp in West Nile By EW Admin — August 21, 2025 Kampala – The Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU) has appealed for UGX 1.5 billion to facilitate a massive week-long surgical camp in the West Nile subregion, expected to be one of the largest of its kind on the African continent. The announcement was made during a joint press briefing with Members of Parliament from the West Nile Parliamentary Caucus at Parliament on Wednesday. According to Dr. George Didi Bhoka, Obongi County MP and Chairperson of the West Nile Parliamentary…
The Ministry of Education has called on private players to strengthen efforts in teaching and promoting communication skills in primary schools, particularly in hard-to-reach areas. This appeal was made by Abby Musoke Bbosa from the Department of Basic Education during the closure of the 4th Edition of the BIC Essay Competitions, held at Buddo Junior School over the weekend. Musoke applauded BIC Uganda, the maker of BIC pens, for its ongoing campaign to promote essay writing competitions among primary school pupils. He noted that the initiative has significantly enhanced communication and writing skills, but emphasized the need to extend such…