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President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, also the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Presidential flag bearer for 2026 general elections,has rallied Ugandans to vote wisely. He made the remarks yesterday while addressing a multitude of NRM supporters during a campaign rally at St. James Secondary School playground in Kyotera district. President Museveni who was accompanied by other NRM leaders to present the NRM manifesto to the electorate said, “ When I ask you to support NRM, because it doesn’t make empty promises.” He mentioned that the NRM’s manifesto contains seven key contributions of the party to Uganda, for instance peace that didn’t come by itself but through the party’s ideology…
The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance has named Dr. Lawrence Muganga, the Vice Chancellor of Victoria University – Kampala to the country’s inaugural National Artificial Intelligence Taskforce. The appointment, was communicated by Permanent Secretary Dr. Aminah Zawedde as the country seeks to craft policies that harness AI’s potential while safeguarding ethical standards. Dr. Muganga, a seasoned education reformer, expressed profound gratitude to the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology and National Guidance for the honor. He singled out Dr. Zawedde for orchestrating its kickoff meeting, as well as Information Minister Hon. Dr. Chris Baryomunsi and State Minister for ICT…
Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) Uganda, a leading financial institution in the country, has announced a new partnership with Furaha Finserve Uganda Limited aimed at easing the burden of school fees for families nationwide. The collaboration introduces the DTB–Furaha School Fees Loan, a fully digital financing solution that provides parents with timely and affordable access to school fees, helping children stay in school and complete their education. Through the new product, parents can secure instant school fees loans that are paid directly to schools, reducing the strain of upfront lump-sum payments. This initiative comes at a critical time. According to the…
dfcu Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to improving customer experience and ensuring long term competitiveness through digital integration, digital transformation and the strengthening of its digital infrastructure. The bank’s Chief Executive Officer, Charles Mudiwa, said upgrading core systems was essential to making dfcu future ready and better equipped to meet the evolving needs of its customers. Mudiwa was speaking to Bbeg Media after dfcu signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding with global technology firm IBM and IBM Platinum Partner Envision Global at the bank’s head offices in Nakasero, Kampala. “Today’s customers are increasingly demanding higher levels of service, convenience and reliability, driven…
Busoga King Kyabazinga William Gabula Nadiope has called on parents to protect their children during the long christmas holiday against many forms of risks. In his Christmas message to Ugandans, the Kyabazinga emphasized the responsibility of families to remain vigilant as communities gather to celebrate. He reminded parents that while Christmas is a time of happiness and excitement, children require extra care and protection during the holidays. He also reflected on the meaning of Christmas, encouraging Ugandans to draw inspiration from the teachings of Jesus Christ by embracing love, peace, forgiveness and mutual respect. According to Kyabazinga, these values are…
Greetings to you all. We thank you for the prayers you offer for us and the love you show us daily. We also pray for you. We thank God who has enabled us to reach the Christmas of our Lord Jesus Christ in the year 2025. Many of our people have been subjected to harm, including being beaten, preventing candidates from reaching scheduled venues to address voters, and other acts that break the law and violate human rights. We ask our colleagues on the national Electoral Commission not only to condemn these matters but also to assist every candidate, without…
The Catholic Bishops in Uganda have urged politicians, security agencies and voters to uphold peace, justice and reconciliation as the country heads toward the January 2026 General Elections, reminding Ugandan’s that the true meaning of Christmas is love, unity and respect for human dignity In a Christmas message the Chairman of the Uganda Episcopal Conference and Bishop of Kiyinda–Mityana Diocese, Rt Rev Joseph Antony Zziwa, said the Advent and Christmas seasons offer renewed hope that “God is with us,” even amid social, political and economic challenges facing the nation. “Christmas represents a new order founded on justice, peace and reconciliation,…
As runner up to the January 15th 2026 elections ,Kampala Business tycoons who man Ugandas economy have teamed up to Protect Nrm Gains by supporting President Yoweri Museveni 2026/2031 presidential bid. Top on the list is Hajji Basajjabalaba who has committed resources and time to campaign for NRM party and president Yoweri Museveni to remain in power for the next five years. He has camped in western Uganda Bushenyi-Ishaka in particular to woo the business community support this cause saying he will not sleep until elections are over. Another is Goodra Behakanira popularly known as maama Avemar iA successful business lady…
Dear, Mothers’ Union Members Namirembe Diocese/the entire Christians. Greeting in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. As we celebrate the joyous season of Christmas, I extend to you my warmest greetings and blessing. I wish this special time of the year bring you peace, love and happiness on Christmas Day. May the holiday season bring you special moments and happy memories. The greatest gift to offer this holiday season is loving your family, close friends and everybody around you. I take this opportunity to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for your tireless service…
President Yoweri Museveni has officially commissioned the 20,000-seat Hoima City Stadium, describing the facility as a symbol of Uganda’s economic growth, strategic planning, and commitment to sports development. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the President praised First Lady and Minister of Education Janet Museveni for her leadership in overseeing the project’s implementation. “The First Lady has done an excellent job in guiding this project from start to finish,” Museveni said. The President explained that the decision to construct the stadium was driven by several strategic developments in the Bunyoro region. “Because of the oil discoveries here, we built new roads…