This morning at Hotel Africana, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) held an important workshop with container leaders to strengthen cooperation and improve customs processes. The meeting was led by the URA Commissioner General, John R. Musinguzi, and is part of the ongoing campaign to ensure smoother, fairer, and more transparent trade systems in Uganda. The…
Today, Monday 16th June 2025, marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s democratic journey as elections for the Village Older Persons Committees officially begin. This is the first poll under the 2025–2026 General Elections Roadmap and holds special meaning for the nation’s senior citizens. The election is exclusively for Ugandans aged 60 and above. To participate,…
Teachers at Takaramiam Primary School in Awaliwal, Gweri, are soon going to have a reason to smile. The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Among, recently laid the foundation stone for a new teachers’ house at the school. This marks the beginning of a very important project, one that promises to bring comfort and dignity…
Students and teachers from Gayaza Church of Uganda Secondary School had a special opportunity today as they visited the Electoral Commission (EC) headquarters. Their visit was a step into the real world of democracy and governance, aimed at helping them understand how elections work and how citizens play a role in shaping the future of…
Fear and chaos filled the streets of Naguru’s Kyiwalimu Zone early Friday morning when over 70 armed men attacked the area in a violent land dispute. The raid happened around 1:30 am, with the attackers carrying pangas, hoes, and other tools. At least ten residents were injured, and several homes were damaged in the surprise…
On Friday, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) held its annual review meeting for all approved children’s homes operating within Kampala City. The meeting took place at Sanyu Babies Home, located in Namirembe, Rubaga Division. This important gathering brought together managers and social workers from various children’s homes to reflect on the progress made over the…
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The people of Kamuli District are in shock after the sudden and tragic death of their LC5 Chairman, Thomas Mugude. He died in a car crash that many say feels far too suspicious to be a coincidence. The accident happened early in the morning around 4:30am along the Njeru-Kayunga-Gayaza Road in Nakifuma, Mukono District. According…
Elections for the Special Interest Groups (SIGs) Committees are not just another item on the national calendar they are a powerful opportunity for youth, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and older persons to be seen, heard, and represented. These elections give a voice to those whose needs are often overlooked, allowing them to influence decisions that…
Across villages in Uganda, the air is buzzing with excitement and purpose as campaign meetings for Special Interest Group Committees are taking place from June 12 to June 14, 2025. During this period, candidates seeking to lead committees for Youth, Older Persons, and Persons with Disabilities are meeting with voters, sharing their visions, and asking…
