A total of 78 soldiers, including four women from both the Motorised Infantry Division and the Special Forces Command, graduated at a ceremony presided over by Deputy Commander Land Forces, Maj. Gen. Francis Takirwa, at Nakasongola.
Uganda Cranes made history on Monday after qualifying for the CHAN quarterfinals for the first time, following a dramatic 3-3 draw with South Africa at Mandela National Stadium. From 3-1 down with seven minutes to play, the Cranes staged a remarkable comeback through Allan Okello’s penalty and Rogers Torach’s stoppage-time spot-kick, finishing top of Group C ahead of Algeria.
The project, structured as a public-private partnership, will see Kiggundu finance the covering of the channel and develop commercial infrastructure above it to recover his investment. Museveni directed government ministries and agencies to support the initiative, saying it could redefine Kampala’s urban development.
He stressed that the initiative should be seen as rehabilitation rather than compensation, since war losses were collective and unquantifiable. Museveni further cautioned Acholi leaders against sectarian politics and urged Ugandans to support free education and proper budgeting as tools for sustainable development.
Speaking at Soroti University, the President emphasized that the initiative should be seen as rehabilitation for losses caused by past wars. He proposed that the remaining 169 billion shillings be distributed to about 69,000 households, with each potentially receiving the equivalent of two to three cows.
Katungi denies any knowledge of the case, stressing the importance of due process. The indictment details an international scheme involving arms trafficking, drug distribution, and terrorism financing.
Succeeding Kevin Colgan, Gaynor brings extensive diplomatic experience and is expected to build on the 31-year Uganda–Ireland partnership, which has strengthened ties in education, health, humanitarian support, and technology. Her tenure will focus on expanding cooperation into trade, investment, and climate action.
President Museveni assured the investors that Uganda is ready to provide land and partnership opportunities for projects that will spur economic growth.
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has presided over the retirement of seven senior UPDF officers at State House, Entebbe, praising their service and contributions to Uganda’s liberation and development. He urged them to use their improved retirement packages wisely, while Defence leaders commended their dedication and sacrifice throughout their military careers.
Electrical engineering students from the Uganda Petroleum Institute Kigumba (UPIK) have completed a practical study tour of the Karuma Hydropower Plant under the EACOP Academy program, gaining firsthand experience in hydroelectric power generation and its integration into Uganda’s national grid
