I received messages this afternoon, from different WhatsApp groups, mainly Busoga based, announcing the demise of Comrade Hon. Dr. Frank Bulima Nabwiiso, former Member of Parliament, Kagoma County Jinja District, in the 7th Parliament. I had not heard of him being indisposed, I therefore called a friend, Simon Muyanga Lutaya, who confirmed to me that…
Growing up in poor homes deep in rural areas, where eating beef or any other animal product was a rarity reserved for burials or village ceremonies, our only hope was Christmas. Our parents spent the rest of the year planning for this special occasion; on a daily basis, we survived on cassava with no sauce….
The Speaker of Parliament Annet Anita Among a fortnight ago declared she would vie for the position of 2nd National Vice Chairman (female) of the National Resistance Movement when the position falls vacant next year. She was speaking to leaders of local authorities who had in their wisdom sought that she contests for the Vice…
A fortnight ago, Mr. Willis Bashasha, head of the NRM manifesto implementation unit and considered one of the most effective intellectuals within his trade announced widely of a two week – long engagement at the cabinet auditorium where each ministry would take a slot to account for its mandate and performance over the past one…
Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is taking sports to new heights, literally. As the regulatory body overseeing aviation in Uganda, UCAA has found a unique way to promote teamwork, camaraderie, and community engagement through hosting sports events. At the heart of UCAA’s sports initiative is the desire to foster a positive work environment and promote…
Entebbe International Airport has witnessed a significant surge in international passenger traffic, with a total of 183,728 passengers recorded in October 2024. This represents a notable increase from the 5,545 passengers handled per day in October 2023, with an average of 5,926 passengers per day in October 2024. Several factors could have contributed to this…
General Salim Saleh, the head of the Operation Wealth Creation and best friend of Music and art industry in Uganda, Last week caused a stir in the Music industry when he penned a note of disgust over musician’s conduct. Saleh in his trademark hand written notes on November 11, 2024 wrote to Mr. Edirisa Musuza…
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Uganda has launched a groundbreaking voluntary savings product, NSSF Smartlife Savings Plan, to increase social security coverage and empower Ugandans to secure their financial future. This innovative plan targets existing NSSF members, non-members in the formal and informal sectors, and the diaspora. A Response to Members’ Needs The NSSF…
Remember when the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) unveiled the Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing System (EFRIS)? Many business owners and traders were perplexed. Rumors swirled, and misconceptions spread like wildfire. ‘Is it another tax?‘ they wondered. Asking whether it was a new burden on their already strained businesses? But little did they know, EFRIS was…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority’s (UCAA) recent Safety Week activities at Entebbe International Airport sent a strong message: safety is everyone’s responsibility. The event, held from November 11-15, 2024, brought together stakeholders to promote a culture of safety through safety talks, presentations, themed messages, and safety drills Director General Mr. Fred K. Bamwesigye proudly shared…
