Former Amuria MP eulogised ahead of Saturday burial
Multitudes of mourners, including family, friends, and dignitaries, gathered today at a requiem service held at St. Luke Church of Uganda, Ntinda, to honor the legacy of former Amuria MP and presidential press secretary, Francis Onapito, who succumbed to lung cancer on September 27. He was eulogized as an epitome of humility and intellectual prowess, […]
Minister Balaam responds to NUP accusations, calls for support
Youth and Children Affairs Minister Balaam Barugahara stated that all the National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters who were pardoned by the President last week pushed for their freedom without coercion. Nineteen NUP supporters were released last Friday after spending nearly four years in jail, refuting claims that they were forced by the government to plead […]
Asian tour agents explore Uganda’s tourism potential
A group of 28 tour agents from various Asian countries has arrived in Uganda to discover the country’s hidden gems and promote it as a travel destination to a global audience. The agents, representing major tour companies from Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and other nations, are expected to tour various potential tourist sites and explore […]
GOLF: Joseph Kasozi wins 26th edition of the Kinyara open in Hoima
After two attempts, amateur golfer Joseph Kasozi finally won the 26th edition of the Kinyara Golf Open that concluded at the par-71 Kinyara Golf Course in Masindi on Saturday. Playing off handicap-3, Kasozi, a member of the Uganda national team scored a total of 216 gross in 54 holes played over three rounds. He was […]
Amuria health workers decry poor staffing and infrastructure
Health workers in Amuria District Local Government have expressed frustration with the state of work and infrastructure in their health units. They report that low staffing levels force them to work longer hours. Additionally, the lack of sufficient working space hampers their efforts, as the current structures are dilapidated and inadequate for the overwhelming number […]
East African leaders urged to prioritize service delivery
The Prime Minister, Robina Nabbanja, has called on local governments across East Africa to prioritize service delivery and wealth creation if they are to remain relevant. On the other hand, Uganda’s Local Government Minister, Rafael Magyezi, called for total devolution to empower local governments. Local government ministers and associations are meeting in Kampala this week […]
Challenges in implementing new competition law
A symposium discussing the recently gazetted competition law heard that the application of the law could encounter bottlenecks due to some interpretations, including uncertainty over which agencies will play which roles and the low awareness of policymakers about the competition law. The engagement was held in Kampala and brought together judges, heads of government agencies, […]
Obua says; PDM campaign has recorded success stories
Although the Parish Development Model and Emyooga programs intended to fight poverty are improving the livelihood of many people, their uptake is still hampered by low repayment of loans. According to the Government Chief Whip Hamson Obua, an assessment in Alebtong District indicates that there are several success stories and a lot of failed projects.
