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Uganda Aids Commission is set to face huge funding shortfall this financial year 2025/2026, this website has learnt. Government has allocated only UGX 22.793 billion to the Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) for the 2025/26 financial year, despite a glaring funding gap of UGX 604 billion caused by the United States’ suspension of foreign aid, particularly in the health sector. Alex Byarugaba, Chairperson of the Presidential Affairs Committee of Parliament has expressed strong discontent over the government’s decision.He said although UAC’s budget reflects an increase from UGX 16.793 billion in FY2024/25 to UGX 22.793 billion, he described the increment as grossly…

Although Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) is making significant strides in the fight against cancer by expanding access to specialized treatment and investing in state-of-the-art technology. Uganda Cancer Institute Executive Director Dr Jackson Orem says they urgently need shs 500billion annually to provide optimal cancer care services to the growing care patients in the country. According to Orem last year the centre registered 36,000 cases of cancer disease however, UCI is establishing regional cancer centers in Mbarara,Gulu,Arua and Mbale to ease travel burden on patients. The regional branches will be equipped with diagnostics, oncology imaging, surgery, chemotherapy, and palliative care services…

American Music star Tyrese Gibson has officially confirmed attendance of Inspire Africa Coffee Marathon festival slated for May, 24, 2025 at the Inspire Africa Coffee Park in Kabuhungu hills Rwashamire town Council under the theme ‘Uplifting coffee woman from poverty’ in Ntungamo District in Uganda. The Uganda Coffee Festival will celebrate the country’s rich coffee heritage and create awareness among the Ugandan citizens to embrace coffee drinking culture locally. The Inspire Africa Coffee group Chief Executive Officer Nelson Tugume said the Coffee Marathon is targeting an international audience of about 5000 people and a total of 100,000 participants. According to…

The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has established a dedicated Customer Protection Unit to combat rampant corruption, infrastructure vandalism, and illegal water use. Eng. Dr. Silver Mugisha, NWSC’s Managing Director, said at a press conference that they had become aware of instances where individuals were demanding bribes for services, damaging water infrastructure, or facilitating unauthorized water consumption. “It has come to our attention that some unscrupulous individuals have been extorting money from customers in exchange for services, engaging in acts of vandalism of NWSC infrastructure, or abetting illegal water use,” Dr. Mugisha said. “To tackle these issues head-on, the Corporation…

Rajiv Ruparelia, son to Ugandan Billionaire and City Businessman DrSudhir Ruparelia has perished in a grizzly accident.The fatal road crash reportedly occured in the wee hours of this morningalong the Munyonyo-Entebbe Expressway.Rajiv, 50, played a central role in expanding the Ruparelia Group’s footprintacross real estate, education, hospitality, and agriculture.He had also made a name for himself in motorsport and philanthropy, oftenseen as a modern face of one of Uganda’s most prominent businessempires. About Rajiv Ruparelia life styleRuparelia, Rajiv was born in Uganda on January,2nd,1990. He is marriedto Mrs. Naiya Khagram Ruparelia and is a graduate of FinancialManagement from Regents College…

Destined for international market place,The Dei Group of Companies has officially launched Organic New Earth fertilizer brand in the Uganda market aimed at revitalizing soil health and supporting sustainable farming practices. Organic New Earth (ONE) is the latest addition to the Dei Group’s growing portfolio. The product is a result of extensive research and development and is positioned as a natural solution to soil degradation caused by decades of synthetic fertilizer use. According to Herbert Gasasira, Operations and Quality Manager at Dei Organic International, the new fertilizer is formulated from composted chicken manure and green waste, making it a 100%…

Singer Baby Gloria real name Gloria Mulungi Senyonjo, has officially takenanother major step towards marriage. On Friday, she and her longtimepartner, Jonas Mbaleka, held a joyful Kukyala ceremony at her parents’home. Gloria Mulungi Senyonjo (born 28 October 2001), better known by herstage name Baby Gloria, is a Ugandan gospel artist. She started singing atthe age of two and a half years. In 2010, Baby Gloria took to her social media to thank her fiancé and her family fortheir support and for making the day so memorable. She shared herexcitement, writing, “Thank you my love for coming home,”In Buganda culture, Kukyala…

Bebe Cool has officially announced the release date for his highlyanticipated album, Break The Chains. The Gagamel Boss revealed that thealbum will be available to fans on May 30th, 2025 at Kololo IndependenceGround. Bebe Cool says the concert will take place at Kololo IndependenceGrounds after the album’s release.Off the much-anticipated album are these singles “Circumference” and“Motivation,” currently doing well on the airwaves.“Dear friends, the long wait is finally coming to an end! I will be droppingthe highly anticipated BREAK THE CHAINS ALBUM on Friday, May 30th, Break The Chains follows the success of Go Mama, which earned BebeCool continental nominations,…

The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalemahas tasked the National Building Review Board (NBRB) to automate the sector byembracing Building Industry Management System (BIMS) to overcome unnecessarybureaucracy and eliminate wrong elements from the construction sector. “Through automation, we shall be able to speed up the approval process and improverevenue. This will ensure effective service delivery. The BIMS will help us movetogether by swiftly driving building control activities,” she said. Nakalema made the remarks during the closure of a 3-day Annual National BuildingReview Board workshop on building control in Uganda, held at Lake View Hotel,Mbarara…

Mike Mukulas resonates with class in Uganda’s business and political corridors.From Eastern Uganda’s politics, business, and aviation, Captain Mike Mukula has leftan indelible mark on the region, cementing his status as a transformational leader,visionary entrepreneur, and devoted public servant. As a Harvard University alumnus, Captain Mukula’s academic prowess is matched onlyby his impressive career milestones. His tenure as a Member of Parliament for SorotiMunicipality, State Minister for Health, and Vice Chairman of the National ResistanceMovement (NRM) for Eastern Uganda, underscores his unwavering commitment topublic service.Captain Mukula’s remarkable journey is a testament to his resilience, hard work, and dedication. From humble…