UPDF soldier arrested for robbing Shs600,000 from mobile money agent

Police in Kawempe Division have arrested two men, including a UPDF soldier, for their involvement in an aggravated robbery in Maganjo A Zone, Maganjo Parish, Nabweru Sub-County, Wakiso District. The suspects have been identified as Kyaligonza Robert (a UPDF officer) and Ssekyanzi Elia. They were apprehended after vigilant officers noticed them carrying a bag suspected […]

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TY Omujuma and Nshera dominate as Season 15 of Ntare Lions League resumes

Over the weekend, the Ntare Lions League roared back to life at the Kampala Quality Sports Complex, marking the continuation of Season 15 of the football league. After a well-deserved Christmas break, the 10 participating teams returned with high spirits and energy, ready to compete for the top spot. The energy on the field was […]

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Patricia Nshemereirwe appointed as Chief Operating Officer, Absa Bank Uganda

Absa Bank Uganda Ltd has announced the appointment of Patricia Nshemereirwe as its new Chief Operating Officer. Patricia is a seasoned financial services professional with 20 years of experience in the banking and financial services industry. She brings significant experience to her new role, taking leadership and oversight responsibility over the bank’s Operations and Information […]

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PHOTOS: Ugandans excited as Kampala Flyover Pedestrian Bridge opens to public

Pedestrians can now use the walkway on the new Kampala Flyover around Clock Tower, as it has been opened to the public. According to the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA), the bridge was opened just in time for the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) summit. The bridge, opened on Wednesday, attracted many Ugandans, with some deciding to […]

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Former URA boss Doris Akol gets top job at IMF

Former URA Commissioner General Doris Akol has been appointed a senior economist at the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Akol’s appointment was announced by the League of East African Directors (LEAD), of which she is a member. Before her latest appointment, Akol served as a Technical Assistance Advisor at the IMF, a position she assumed in […]

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“We finally have an airport that looks International,” Here’s what Ugandans are saying about the new terminal building at Entebbe International Airport

Uganda’s aviation industry has taken a significant leap forward with the official opening of the upgraded terminal building at Entebbe International Airport. The newly revamped terminal, constructed by the UPDF Engineering Brigade, was opened to the public on Wednesday, marking a milestone in the airport’s development. According to Vianny Lugya, the spokesperson for the Uganda […]

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Museveni reappoints Justice Byabakama as EC Chairperson

President Yoweri Museveni has reappointed Justice Simon Byabakama as the chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC) for another term. In a letter dated January 5, 2024, addressed to the Speaker of Parliament, the president forwarded Byabakama’s name to the presidential appointment committee for vetting. The president also reappointed Hajjati Aisha Lubega as the deputy chairperson […]

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I&M Bank partners with Shonale for the return of ‘Shorts Na Lessu’ Music Festival featuring Nigeria superstar Ric Hassani 

Nigerian superstar singer and songwriter Ric Hassani is scheduled to headline the return of the popular Shorts Na Lessu Music Festival aka SHONALE, this Saturday at the Lugogo Hockey Grounds. After a two-year hiatus, the event returns bigger and better, with I&M Bank Uganda as the headline sponsor for the first edition of 2024. Shorts […]

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Shs27 billion for winner: Here is the prize money package for AFCON 2023

As the clock rapidly ticks down to the kick-off of Africa’s most prestigious tournament, slated to take place in Ivory Coast, the continental football governing body, the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has increased the tournament’s prize money. According to CAF, the victorious team at the 2023 AFCON in Ivory Coast will be awarded a […]

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Nabbanja says government chose Sudhir to build NAM Convention Centre based on his CHOGM success

Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has  revealed that the government collaborated with business mogul Sudhir Ruperalia to build the convention centre that will host both the NAM and the G77 Summit in the coming days basing on his track record, having delivered the conference centre that hosted the Commonwealth Head software Government Meeting in 2007. After […]

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