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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 […]

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 […]

President Museveni Implements Tree Cutting Ban and expels Balaalo herdsmen in Northern Uganda

President Museveni has taken action to address environmental concerns in Northern Uganda by signing an executive order banning tree cutting for commercial charcoal production and expelling Balaalo herdsmen from the region. The decision was made following a meeting with Acholi Sub-region leaders who raised concerns about the charcoal trade. The President ordered the expulsion of […]

President Museveni commends Buganda Kingdom for promoting social, Economic ties with the central Government

President Yoweri Museveni commended the Buganda Kingdom for its support in implementing government measures to combat poverty and generate wealth. He acknowledged the kingdom’s historical ties with the central government and its current leadership’s commitment to maintaining a strong relationship. The President highlighted the Buganda Kingdom’s contribution to Uganda’s social and economic development. President Yoweri […]

Why Uganda is set to host African Cup of Nations Tournament

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, alongside the First Lady Mama Janet Kataha Museveni and the Minister of Education and Sports, inaugurated Uganda’s joint bid to host the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament on Monday 22nd May 2023 at State House, Entebbe. President Museveni recognized the bid as an opportunity to promote East Africa’s tourism and […]

President Museveni Donates Machinery Worth 400m To Masaka Farmers

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni visited the Bukoto Central Youth Link Coffee Factory in Masaka district. He urged farmers to add value to their agricultural output, specifically focusing on coffee. He cited Indonesia as an example of a country that successfully adds value to its coffee. President Museveni pledged to support the coffee farmers by providing […]