Chinese Consortium to Construct International Airport in Mbarara District
MBARARA, UGANDA – In a move set to transform Western Uganda’s economic landscape, the government has given its full backing to a Chinese-led consortium to...
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Uganda to Crack Down on Inefficient Electricity Use, Minister Warns of Disconnections
KAMPALA, UGANDA – In a move aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and bolstering the country’s economic development, the government has announced a new initiative to...
Electoral Commission Bans Fundraising in Places of Worship to Combat Voter Bribery
KAMPALA, UGANDA – The Electoral Commission (EC) has issued a stern directive banning all fundraising and donation activities in churches and mosques during the ongoing...
Aga Khan University Unveils Landmark Campus in Kampala, Marking Major Investment in Education and Healthcare
KAMPALA, UGANDA – In a momentous event hailed as a significant milestone for higher education and healthcare in East Africa, the Aga Khan University (AKU)...
Gov’t Unveils UGX 6.3B Blood Bank in Soroti to Combat Critical Shortages
SOROTI, UGANDA – In a significant move to bolster healthcare services in Eastern Uganda, the government has officially commissioned a new regional blood bank in...
How to Apply for Government Scholarships in Uganda: A Complete Guide
Education is the key to a better future. For many Ugandan students, attending university is a dream—but the cost of tuition, accommodation, and related expenses...
Uganda’s New Tax ID Reform: Why Linking National ID to Tax Numbers Matters in a Troubled Economy
In a significant policy shift aimed at digitizing tax administration and boosting compliance, the Ugandan government has tabled the Tax Procedures Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025,...
The Role of Military Courts in Uganda’s Democracy: Legal Necessity or Democratic Risk?
Uganda’s military courts are again in the national spotlight following the passage of the UPDF Amendment Act 2025. As the country moves toward the 2026...
The UPDF Amendment Act 2025: What It Means for Uganda as the 2026 Elections Loom
On May 20, 2025, Uganda’s Parliament passed the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (Amendment) Act, 2025, a far-reaching law aimed at restructuring military justice, veteran affairs,...
Growing Green: Unlocking the Potential of Organic Farming in the Ugandan Market
Hey everyone! If you’re like me, you’re always looking for ways to improve our lives, whether it’s through new business ventures, healthier food for our...