The Ministry of Education has announced a major shift in how schools are registered and licensed across Uganda, transitioning entirely to the digital platform, the Education Management Information System (EMIS), by 2025. This move, aimed at eliminating bureaucratic delays and streamlining operations, was revealed during a recent meeting between ministry officials and private school headteachers…
The Bank of Uganda’s latest Annual Report shows positive economic trends, with inflation rates decreasing and the Ugandan Shilling maintaining stability. The report highlights significant growth in the financial sector, driven by efforts to increase financial inclusion and support economic expansion. According to the report, Uganda’s financial sector is thriving, supported by policies aimed at…
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has officially launched its Livelihoods Support Project in Otuke District, aiming to extend social security coverage to workers in Uganda’s informal sector. This ambitious initiative is designed to address the gap in social security coverage, especially for workers who are currently outside the formal system. The Livelihoods Support Project…
The Bank of Uganda (BoU), the central bank of Uganda, has had a diverse array of governors since its establishment, each playing a key role in shaping the country’s monetary policies and the broader economic landscape. Here’s an analysis of the different governors and their contributions to the BoU: Joseph Mary Mubiru (July 1966 –…
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has released the main results of the 2024 National Census this morning at Serena hotel in Kampala, revealing that Uganda’s population has grown significantly to 45.9 million, up from 34.6 million in 2014. This growth of 11.3 million people over the last decade reflects several demographic shifts and presents…
By Teddy Namayanja Donald Trump’s legal issues just got more complicated. A recent court filing has shed new light on the 2020 election case against him, revealing what special counsel Jack Smith calls Trump’s “private criminal conduct. With this development, it’s clear Trump’s legal battles are intensifying. His campaign has shifted to smaller law firms,…
By Teddy Namayanja Kenyan President William Ruto’s silence on the calls for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment is quite intriguing. Gachagua is facing gross accusations of violating the constitution, promoting ethnically divisive politics, undermining President Ruto, and playing a role in the anti-government uprisings between June and July. To remove him from office, a two-thirds…
By Teddy Namayanja Vice Presidential Candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz are intensifying their campaign efforts, visiting key battleground states yesterday. Walz stopped in Pennsylvania, while Vance headed to Michigan. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris addressed the federal response to Hurricane Helene in Georgia and is scheduled to campaign in Wisconsin today. The latest CNN…
In a bold move aimed at improving Uganda’s road infrastructure, the Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Katumba Wamala, has announced plans to demolish several buildings along Bombo Road, including the newly constructed National Unity Platform (NUP) headquarters and UMEME offices, to facilitate the road’s expansion. Speaking during a press briefing, Gen. Katumba emphasized that…
Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has called on the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) to boost public awareness campaigns in the fight against corruption. Speaking during the presentation of the IGG’s bi-annual reports, Among emphasized the need for the Inspectorate to build closer relationships with citizens to facilitate the flow of information about corruption. “I know…
