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Uganda Airlines flies Muslim Pilgrims to Mecca

Uganda Airlines, after a 40-year hiatus, has resumed operations for the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca. More than 250 Muslim pilgrims were carried on the airline’s inaugural flight, marking a significant achievement for the national carrier. The Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala, flagged off the first batch of pilgrims at Entebbe Airport. […]

President Museveni demands explanation on delay of Covid-ex regularization

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has asked for an explanation from the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Monica Musenero, and the Ministry of Health on why Covidex, a local drug for curing COVID-19, has not been regularized after three years. President Museveni has expressed his concerns and demanded an explanation for the delay in […]

Government Prioritizes Medical Infrastructure and Equipment Investments to Enhance Healthcare Accessibility

The government of Uganda has made significant strides in improving the country’s healthcare system by investing heavily in infrastructure development and acquiring state-of-the-art medical equipment. This proactive approach aims to ensure that Ugandans have easy access to quality healthcare services throughout the country. Noteworthy achievements include the procurement of CT scans for 14 regional referral […]

Gen.Muhoozi Discusses Uganda-Russia Security Cooperation with Putin’s Envoy

The Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, held a meeting with the Russian Ambassador to Uganda, H.E Vladlen Semivolos, to discuss bilateral ties and military-technical cooperation agreements between their countries. The meeting took place in Entebbe, coinciding with African leaders’ efforts to mediate between Russia and Ukraine. The Senior Presidential Advisor for […]

Joint Security Forces and Community Leaders Strategise on Sustainable Peace in Karamoja

Senior Army officers, leaders and communities from various districts have gathered in Napak District, Lokopo Sub County to join hands in ensuring sustainable peace in Karamoja Sub-region on Saturday 17th June 2023 in Napak district. On Saturday, June 17, 2023, senior Army officers, leaders and community members from different districts came together in Napak District, […]

President Museveni Confirms testing negative for Covid-19

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has announced his recovery from Covid-19. He had been self-isolating after testing positive for the virus. After 11 days, his samples showed he was negative for the virus. Museveni also expressed condolences for those who lost their lives to the virus and emphasized the importance of health consciousness, including vaccination, healthy […]

African Leaders Meet President Putin and President Zelenskyy to Discuss Ending Russia-Ukraine War

Former Prime Minister of Uganda, Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda, and a delegation of African leaders from seven African countriesconvened in Saint Petersburg, Russia, for a high-level meeting with President Vladimir Putin. The purpose of the meeting was to engage in peace talks and find a resolution to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The former Prime Minister of […]

President Museveni Condemns Kasese ADF Attack on Students And Vows To Continue The Hunt On ADF Rebels

President Yoweri Museveni has offered his condolences to the affected families and the entire nation, on the death of 37 kids at Nyabugaando Peter Hunter Secondary School that were killed by ADF terrorists. The President said the terrorists may have collaborated with other criminals because the school had some wrangles. This latest crime committed by […]

President Museveni Orders State Funeral for Deceased Supreme Court Judge, Justice Stella Arach-Amoko

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni ordered that Stella Arach-Amoko, a deceased Supreme Court judge, receive a state funeral. The Minister for the Presidency, Honourable Babirye Milly Babalanda, stated yesterday on Sunday 18th June 2023. “H.E. the President ordered that a state funeral be held for the deceased Justice Stella Arach-Amoko. The entire burial schedule will be […]

How Poor Waste Management Impacts Water Quality and Public Health in Ugandan Communities

Solid waste management is a global concern that affects the health and well-being of communities around the world. In Uganda, the issue of poor solid waste management is particularly pronounced, with serious implications for water quality and public health. Uganda, like many developing countries, faces significant challenges in managing solid waste effectively. Limited infrastructure, inadequate […]