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Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Council has given Frank Nyakana Rusa a prestigious appreciation award in recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedication as Acting Executive Director. This accolade acknowledges his professionalism and the invaluable contributions he made during a critical time when Kampala was grappling with significant infrastructure challenges. “We appreciate your noble service for the capital city (Kampala) as Acting Executive Director," the plaque read as it was presented in a rare show of unity and appreciation for technocratic service.

Kampala, Uganda – The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) council meeting on Wednesday renewed calls to phase out all open drainage systems in the city, citing them as major contributors to the worsening sanitation and flooding crises in the capital. The heated session, attended by city division mayors, technical officers, and councillors, centered on the persistent issue of unregulated waste disposal and its link to open drainage.

According to Capt. Edrin Mawanda, the 5th Infantry Division Public Information Officer, sixty-nine soldiers from the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) have completed a three-month specialized course in Battalion Support Weapons and Anti-Aircraft Systems at the 5th Infantry Division Training School in Labwordwong, Agago District. Presiding over the pass-out ceremony, the 5th Infantry Division Commander, Maj. Gen. Keith Katungi, commended the graduates for their dedication and urged them to pursue further technical training to enhance their capabilities in handling and maintaining modern military equipment.

Former Assistant Inspector General of Police, Asan Kasingye has taken to his X Twitter page to lament about the injustice in the Police Force. Kasingye's words were specific as they targeted the DPC of Kira Road Police Station, Tyson Rutambika. According to Kasingye, Rutambika should be a man and come face him instead of threatening his employees at Tayari Security Agency.

For so long, there has been conspiracies about Ugandan tap water with many saying it's not safe to drink without being boiled. However, the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has encouraged Ugandans to drink it from the tap saying it's safe. This followed a query from an X user towards social media activist, Jim Spire Ssentongo. The X user wrote to Spire that “Spire, I was in Italy recently.

Uganda is gearing up to trial biometric voting technology in its upcoming elections, aiming to modernize its electoral process and curb voter fraud. However, as Hon. Enos K. Asiimwe, a vocal Member of Parliament, cautions: “Our country has not yet reached a level of development where every part has full-time internet access. The challenge with the biometric system is that it relies on the internet, yet some areas still lack both internet and electricity.” His words underscore a critical hurdle in Uganda’s push for digital democracy.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today returned to Uganda after completing an official visit to South Sudan, where he held discussions with President Salva Kiir on regional peace and bilateral cooperation. The one-day visit focused on strengthening ties between the two nations. Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, President Museveni was received by government officials including the Head of Public Service and Secretary to the Cabinet, Ms.

Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Council has resolved to formally collaborate with credible local investors to rehabilitate, upgrade, and enclose the city’s drainage channels to address the growing threat of urban flooding. The resolution was passed during a tense council meeting held on April 3, 2025, where members also unanimously dismissed allegations by Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago against businessman Dr. Hajji Hamis Kiggundu and former Acting Executive Director Frank Nyakana Rusa.

There was jubilation among local residents in Acekene Cell, Arocha Division, Apac Municipality, as Hon. MP Maxwell Akora, who has shifted his political focus from Maruzi to Apac Municipality, rehabilitated boreholes in the area to ensure residents have access to clean water. Ogwang George, the LC1 vice chairperson of Acekene-Bugolobi Cell, Arocha Division, Apac Municipality, commended Hon. Akora for his unwavering support for the local community.

In the overcrowded labor camps and vibrant communities of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Ugandan migrant workers have quietly discussed the possibility of change. Beginning in 2015, an expanding network of opposition advocates gradually gathered support for Bobi Wine, the artist-turned-politician whose courageous critiques of Uganda’s government struck a chord with people across borders. They contributed small amounts of money, organized secret meetings, and rallied voices from Dubai to Abu Dhabi, intent on confronting President Museveni’s long-standing hold on power.

President Yoweri Museveni, who is on a working visit to Juba, South Sudan, commenced his trip with a tête-à-tête meeting with his host, President Salva Kiir of South Sudan. The two leaders later engaged in bilateral talks addressing topics of peace and security, as well as socio-economic issues and the political landscape. During the meeting held in the capital, Juba, the leaders discussed the current security situation in South Sudan.

Uganda 2021 Elections: NUP Supporters Targeted in Killings, Arrests, and Business Confiscations A deep dive into the Ugandan government’s crackdown on NUP supporters post-2021 elections: killings, enforced disappearances, vandalism, and calls for justice.  A Democracy Under Siege The 2021 Ugandan general elections were a flashpoint for political violence. Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine), leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), mobilized a youth-driven movement to challenge President Yoweri Museveni’s 35-year rule.

Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, has faced backlash on social media platform X after leaving passengers stranded in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, for over 32 hours without any communication. As per a tweet, passengers who were supposed to depart on Thursday at 3 PM found their flight rescheduled to Friday at 11:30 PM, with no explanation given. "Dear @UG_Airlines you have passengers stranded in Dar-es-Salaam.

In a dramatic operation, Nagalama territorial police rescued 51 individuals from alleged human trafficking on April 2, 2025, dismantling a scam run by a networking company promising lucrative jobs. The victims, lured by AIM GLOBAL ALLIANCE, were trapped in cramped, squalid conditions across Kalagi villages in Mukono District, forced to pay hefty fees while recruiting others into the scheme. “This was a manipulative operation preying on desperation,” said a police statement.

Strong demand conditions drove growth in input buying, as firms stocked up amid anticipation of more upturns in activity later in the year, slightly lifting the monthly Stanbic Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). The headline Stanbic PMI rose to 52.9 during March, up from 52.6 in February. The latest data indicated back-to-back improvements in the health of the Ugandan private sector for the second month running.

By Alphonsus Obayuwana, M.D., Ph.D. How happy the citizens of a country are is a better measure of how well that country is doing, more so than the gross national product (or GDP). To promote and draw attention to this concept, the United Nations has observed the International Day of Happiness on March 20th annually, since 2012. On that date, the World Happiness Report (WHR), which ranks countries by their populations' happiness levels, is published by the joint efforts of the UN, Gallup, and Oxford's Wellbeing Research Center.

Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Ecwatu Daniel Elly, a senior trainer from the Uganda Police Force, believes that technology, leadership, and community engagement are the foundational pillars of modern law enforcement. With close to a decade of experience delivering training in information technology, community policing, and general law enforcement to senior officers, Daniel's journey brought him to Dubai to participate in the second edition of the Police Innovation and Leadership (PIL) Diploma, organised by Dubai Police in collaboration with the Rochester Institute of Technology.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Wednesday 2nd April 2025 presided over the screening of “Hidden Uganda”, a documentary by an American journalist, Mr. Peter Greenberg. The documentary film showcases the beauty and hidden gems of Uganda. Speaking during the event at Speke Resort Munyonyo, President Museveni who was accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni, highlighted the natural beauty of Uganda, saying the country is endowed with beautiful climate, diverse attractions, cultural heritage as well as the flora and fauna.

The territorial police at Nagalama have rescued 51 people from human trafficking. On April 2, 2025, at around 10:00 AM, the police received information about individuals being deceived into fake job offers by AIM Global Alliance, a networking company based in the Nagalama division. It is alleged that the victims were tricked with promises of job opportunities. Each victim was instructed to pay UGX 150,000 upon reporting for the supposed job, which was said to cover training costs.

Almost a decade after the tragic 2016 massacre in Kasese carried out by the Ugandan Armed Forces, the people of the Rwenzururu Kingdom continue to bear emotional scars and experience haunting memories. This incident will remain deeply ingrained in the minds of those from that area and across Uganda as a whole. On November 26, 2016, in Kasese, the administrative center of the Ugandan Kingdom of Rwenzururu, the Uganda Police Force conducted a raid on the kingdom's government offices.

Are you looking to open a bank account or considering switching from your current bank for various reasons? If you're unsure about which financial institution to choose, worry not. By the end of this article, you'll understand why Equity Bank Uganda should be your top choice. Opening a bank account with Equity Bank Uganda offers numerous advantages, tailored to meet your financial goals and needs.

The Uganda College of Commerce (UCC) Kabale conducted a cleanup exercise in Kabale Municipality on April 3rd, 2024, as part of its preparations for the upcoming Alumni Convention, scheduled for this Saturday. The convention aims to bring together alumni, staff, and students to reconnect and give back to the institution. This year's event has a specific focus: raising funds for two key initiatives.

KAMPALA, Uganda In a landmark move to enhance financial security and healthcare access for its customers and the general public, Equity bank has launched an affordable hospital cash insurance product called Equi-Life in partnership with Liberty Life Assurance. The new insurance product allows customers to pay as little as UGX3000 per month, securing coverage for up to 20 days of hospitalization after discharge, and a death benefit of up to UGX 3,000,000.