By Amos Ssemuwemba Uganda has recently been a nation of discontent. Strikes have erupted across various sectors, from healthcare to education, with citizens voicing their frustrations over economic hardship, governance issues, and service delivery. As the streets buzz with protest and the country grapples with the impact of these strikes, opinions are divided on whether…
By Amos Ssemuwemba The Makerere Ivory Tower, an iconic symbol of higher education in Uganda and East Africa, has stood tall for over eight decades, representing the rich history and academic excellence of Makerere University. However, on the night of September 20, 2020, a devastating fire engulfed the Tower, reducing much of its upper floors…
By Amos Ssemuwemba Joseph Tamale Mirundi Jr., the son of the outspoken Ugandan political analyst Tamale Mirundi, recently spoke out during an interview on the talk show “Inside Out,” hosted by Sir Simon. During the interview, he expressed gratitude for the financial support his family has received for his father’s ongoing medical treatment. Tamale Mirundi…
By; Amos Ssemuwemba Kampala City Traders Association (KACITA) members have closed their shops today, July 31, after expressing frustration over the abrupt cancellation of their scheduled meeting with the President. The meeting, originally planned for today, was called off due to renovations at Kololo Independence Grounds, as communicated by Minister for Kampala Capital City and…
By Amos Ssemuwemba A court in Kampala has convicted seven Chinese nationals for illegally drilling in the Lwera wetland located in Central Uganda. The group initially claimed to be tourists but later admitted guilt. This plea came during a hearing at the Chief Magistrate’s Court of Standards, Utilities, and Wildlife in Makindye, overseen by Magistrate…
Entebbe International Airport took proactive measures to ensure passenger safety today, conducting a partial emergency exercise to assess its readiness in the event of an aircraft accident. The simulated scenario allowed airport authorities to evaluate response times, fire-fighting capabilities, medical emergency services, and coordination with stakeholders. The exercise, which involved multiple agencies, aimed to test…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) recently took a significant step towards ensuring safer skies by conducting a sensitization seminar for the Nakiwogo Landing site/market community. Held at the UCAA Head office, the seminar aimed to emphasize the crucial role of proper waste management in preventing bird strikes. Bird strikes pose a significant threat to…
In a decisive move,the Bank of Uganda (BoU) has placed Mercantile Credit Bank Limited under liquidation, effectively revoking its license and ordering the wind-up of its operations. This decision, enacted under Sections 99 and 17 (b) & (f) of the Financial Institutions Act 2004 (as amended), stems from critical issues within the bank that pose…
By Nakitto Joselyn Elizabeth Following the Children’s parliament that took place yesterday June 15, 2024 children have presented their challenges and needs to the government officials and the stake holders in the education sector during the International Day of the African Child which has been commemorated today June 16, 2024 in Kiryandongo District at the…
By Nakitto Joselyn Elizabeth The Registrar General of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), Mercy Kainobwisho, has announced a grace period for companies that were deregistered last year. In a public notice published on the URSB portal early this week, Kainobwisho wrote that companies now have up to August 30 to regularize their existence or…
