Author: felix@elixnews.co.ug

Fellow Ugandans and, especially, the Bazzukulu. Greetings. Although busy celebrating Maama’s 76th birthday, I am also fully in the war against obwiibi (theft) of government money, obutagambirwa (not listening to guidance) and okweragyiira, okwetuminkiriza (doing things that are not agreed upon). Since some of the cases are in court, the law does not allow us to comment on them. The evidence will come in court. However, I can assure the Ugandans, that these vices will be stamped out. The NRM does not victimize anybody without proof. That is why some People think that the NRM is soft on corruption.…

By Felix Oketcho The National Planning Authority (NPA) has marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its newly appointed Executive Board. The new Board, chaired by Prof. Pamela K. Mbabazi, comprises five members who bring extensive expertise in economic planning and development. State Minister for Finance Amos Lugoloobi who inaugurated the new board emphasized the critical role of the Board in providing strategic leadership and guidance to the NPA, highlighting the importance of effective planning in achieving Uganda’s development goals, particularly under the Fourth National Development Plan (NDPIV). “We must move swiftly to guide our technical team in…

By Our Writer Despite having good strategic plan in place, Uganda Clays Ltd registered a decline in profits in 2023. However Reuben Tumwebaze, Managing Director of Uganda Clays Ltd, is optimistic of better future. He says despite facing significant operational hurdles and market pressures in 2023, Uganda Clays Ltd, a key player in the construction and building materials sector, remains optimistic about its future. “Factors such as increased demand for housing, a growing middle class, improved living standards, and a vibrant diaspora community are all expected to drive future growth,” he said. Tumwebaze says Uganda’s macroeconomic environment remains favourable,…

By Felix Oketcho In the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Nabwiso family birthed a production that has gone on to entertain a number of Ugandan families both in and out of the country. The drama series that premiered on 2nd Jan 2020 on Pearl Magic Prime later on cascaded to air on Pearl Magic. With over 880 episodes and four (4) seasons, Sanyu series gained traction and popularity in its first season becoming the most watched drama series on DStv and GOtv ‘s local content channels Pearl Magic and Pearl Magic prime. The drama series which tells the…

By Our Writer The Executive Director of National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA ) Barirega Akankwasah has reaffirmed his stand on evicting wetland encroachers as the authority extends eviction country wide. “My humble appeal to Ugandans is to leave wetland peacefully to avoid confrontation by Nema officers during the process,” Akankwasah said while addressing journalists at Uganda Media Center. Todate Nema has so far evicted 214 house hold leaving them homeless and another 101 slated for eviction. This initiative is part of a broader, nationwide effort to reclaim and protect wetland areas from unlawful encroachment. Akankwasah however decries low staff…

By Felix Oketcho President Yoweri Museveni is expected to receive his award in July during the first-ever international post-COVID-19 conference, Ambassador Abbey Walusimbi, the Senior Presidential Advisor on Diaspora Affairs has confirmed. Walusimbi said the conference is set to take place from July n to 13 in Toronto, Canada. In a statement yesterday, Walusimbi noted that Museveni will be recognised for being a “role model for pandemic containment in Africa.” “The Head of State of the Republic of Uganda, Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, will be honoured with a global award at the international platform,” he said COVID-19, which is…

In abid to protect church land from land grabbers,Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba has launched Church of Uganda’s mass land registration in a move aimed at protecting church land. The launch happened on the sidelines of the training of the Diocesan Secretaries and Diocesan Estates Officers at the Provincial Secretariat in Namirembe, Kampala. The training is focusing on land registration and proper land use, and is organized by Church Commissioners Holding Company Ltd. Nabakooba called for quick timelines in registering Church land to ensure that the Church has accurate land titles. She also called for…

By Staff Writer Celebrated Ugandan radio and TV host Karitas Karisimbi is set to return to television with a reality TV Talk Show titled My Story. The show, which will air on Pearl Magic Prime on DStv and GOtv, delves into the lives of individuals who have faced and conquered formidable life challenges, driven by their spirit and resilience. My Story is the latest endeavor by Multichoice Uganda to offer diverse content for its viewers. The programme is expected to appeal particularly to a family audience segment to provide inspiring and engaging narratives that resonate with many. My story…

By Our Correspondent The IMF Executive Board has approved funding for Tanzania amounting to $900 million to help the country tackle climate change, while also completing a separate review allowing for the disbursement of $149.4 million for budget support. In a statement, the IMF commended Tanzanian authorities for their commitment to continue implementing reforms aimed at preserving macro-financial stability, strengthening economic recovery, and promoting sustainable and inclusive growth. Over the past three years, President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s administration has undertaken significant economic reforms to return the country’s economic growth to the pre-pandemic real GDP growth rate of six to…

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema is smiling ear to ear following his hit single “Calm Down” topping US streams record with 1billion views. Earlier this week, the song made history as it has outperformed in streams in the United States with over 1 Billion, becoming the first Afrobeats song to achieve such reach. Calm Down was the ultimate jam of 2023 worldwide from viral TikTok clips, mesmerizing Instagram Reels, unrelenting radio play at home and abroad, becoming a mainstay at shindigs, to record breaking milestones. This means that across streaming services, at the request of listeners, Calm Down has been…