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President Museveni Raises Concerns About the Quality of Soldiers Sent to Somalia

President Yoweri Museveni has expressed concerns about the quality of soldiers being sent to combat missions in Somalia and other war zones. He emphasized that these missions require soldiers who are well-equipped and prepared, rather than soldiers who simply collect UN allowances. The President stated that some troops dispatched to Somalia may not have been […]

Breaking News: President Yoweri Museveni Assents to the Anti-Homosexuality Bill, Effectively Criminalizing Gay Acts

Uganda’s President, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has given his approval to the recently passed Anti-Homosexuality Bill, which effectively makes gay acts illegal in the country. Speaker of Parliament Anita Among announced the President’s assent, commending him and the Members of Parliament for addressing the concerns of Ugandans and protecting the sanctity of the family. The legislation […]

Uganda Airlines to Expand Fleet with Acquisition of Four New Aircraft, Including Cargo Planes

Uganda Airlines, to procure four new aircraft, including cargo planes in the next fiscal year, 2023/2024. Through this, the national carrier of Uganda, is set to strengthen its operations and enhance its cargo services with the procurement of these new aircraft. This significant investment marks a major milestone in the airline’s growth strategy and reflects […]

President Museveni Urges NRM Caucus to Prioritize Socio-Economic Transformation and Unity

Speaking at the opening of a 10 day retreat Yesterday Sunday 28th May 2023, the National Chairman of NRM, President Yoweri Museveni cautioned against blocking his developmental proposals, noting that it hampers progress and delays development. He also urged caucus members to focus on the politics of interest rather than the politics of identity, as […]

Unveiling the Uganda-Tanzania National ICT Backbone Infrastructure

President Yoweri Museveni and President Suluhu Hassan commissioned the Integration of the Ugandan and Tanzanian National ICT Backbone Infrastructure (NBI) in Isingiro District. The official commissioning of the ICT backbone infrastructure has improved relations between the two countries. This outstanding accomplishment strengthens the relationship between the two countries in their pursuit of dependable high-speed internet […]

Trip Advisor Ranks Uganda’s Kigambira Safari Lodge Among the best Safari Lodges in the World

Kigambira Safari Lodge, located near Lake Mburo National Park, has been awarded the Travelers’ Choice Award 2023 by TripAdvisor. TripAdvisor is a popular travel advice website used by millions of travelers worldwide to find accommodations, activities, and dining options based on recommendations from other travelers. The site provides a wealth of information and reviews, helping […]

Presidents Museveni and Suluhu Commission Kikagati-Murongo Hydropower Plant, Emphasize Cross-Border Cooperation

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania jointly commissioned the Kikagati-Murongo Hydropower Plant, a 14 Megawatts cross-border dam on the Kagera River. The project, developed by Kikagati Power Company Limited, aims to benefit both countries by supplying electricity to the national grid. The project aligns with the East African Community Vision […]

Deputy Inspector General of Police Katsigazi highlights need to strengthen West Nile policing

The Deputy Inspector General of Police, Maj. Gen. Geoffrey Tumusiime Katsigazi has called on the government to prioritize equipment support and manpower for the West Nile region to manage cross-border crimeregional at Arua hospital headquarters on Wednesday 24th May 2023. Speaking during his visit to Arua regional police headquarters on Wednesday, May 24, Katsigazi rallied […]

Uganda to export 3,000 nurses to UK and the Middle East

The leadership of Uganda Nurses and Midwives Union (UNMU) is currently involved in discussions and preparations with recruitment agencies to send a group of 3,000 highly skilled nurses, who are currently unemployed by the government, to work in United Kingdom and middle East. A 2019 Health Workforce report by international civil society organisations, Wemos Health […]

Uganda Shines as Host Country for Africa’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers

Uganda has been chosen by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to host the last round of the African region’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup qualifiers from Dec 7th – 18th 2023. The development was verified to Xinhua by Alan Mugume, the Uganda Cricket Association’s (UCA) Chief Executive Officer. The event is set to take place […]