Earlier this week, the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), through its engineering and infrastructure teams, led a special on-the-spot tour of major roadworks happening across the city. The team visited key areas currently under construction, including Sir Apollo Kaggwa Road, Salaama Road, as well as 8th, 7th, and 5th Streets. These works are part of…
A terrible road accident happened early this morning on the busy Kampala-Gulu Highway, claiming six lives and leaving five people badly injured. The crash took place around 6:00 AM in Sinalya, a location near Bombo, and involved a commuter taxi and a Fuso truck. According to police reports, the taxi, a Toyota Hiace with registration…
This week, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) brought tax education closer to the people of Masindi and Bweyale. A team from the URA held a special session at the Masindi Municipal Council Main Library to meet with potential VAT taxpayers and share valuable information. The event aimed to clear up confusion about different types of…
A once-close alliance between former President Donald Trump and tech titan Elon Musk has devolved into a public and bitter feud one with far-reaching consequences for American politics, business, and the stock market. The clash erupted after Musk slammed Trump’s newly passed tax and spending bill, labeling it a “disgusting abomination” that would balloon the…
The people of Kaliro Town Council are tired of waiting in the dark. After a full month without electricity, angry residents took to the streets in protest, demanding answers and action. Carrying placards and chanting slogans, they warned that if the situation is not resolved soon, they will storm the district offices to make their…
Uganda has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of one of its most celebrated media personalities, DJ Bush Baby. Born Benjamin Owor, DJ Bush Baby was a familiar voice and face in the entertainment industry, loved by many for his unique style, energetic personality, and deep passion for music and radio. According to…
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has issued a strong public warning after the Anti-Corruption Court jailed a man who pretended to be the Commissioner General of the tax body. The suspect, whose name has not been shared in the URA alert, was found guilty of impersonating a high-ranking government official in an attempt to deceive…
Charles Twiine, the former spokesperson for the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), is facing yet another legal setback after Buganda Road Court once again denied his request for bail. Appearing before Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi, Twiine hoped to secure temporary release, but the court ruled against him, ordering that he remain in Luzira Prison until at…
Today marks a major milestone in Uganda’s journey toward strategic development, as the Electoral Commission (EC) officially partners with the Project Management Institute Uganda Chapter (PMI Uganda) for the 2025 Annual Project Management Conference. The event is being held under the powerful theme, “Harnessing Project Management for Strategic Growth,” highlighting the critical role of project…
Uganda’s long-serving Finance Minister, Hon. Matia Kasaija, has officially declared that he will not be seeking re-election, signaling the end of his political career. Citing age and a desire for a quieter life, Kasaija confirmed that this will be his final term in public office. After decades of dedicated service, particularly in steering Uganda’s financial…
