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The manner with which 13-time Uganda Premier League champions KCCA FC lost their previous game against Kitara (1-0), left bruises to the team and fanbase alike, last Friday. The ‘Cityzens’ had dominated proceedings, and created multiple chances which they failed to tuck away, only for Denis Omedi to strike late from a defensive lapse. However, that’s five days back, and head coach Abdallah Mubiru wants his team to forget about the nightmare, and lay full focus on their tie against NEC FC at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo this evening. “The league is a marathon and we can’t keep lamenting…
In amove aimed to recognise importance of culture and heritage in the development of the country Makerere University has opened Edward Muteesa II Museum at the University. Sir Edward Muteesa II was an alumnus of Makerere University from 1943 to 1945 before playing key leadership roles in Buganda Kingdom. Mutesa II (born Nov. 19, 1924—died Nov. 21, 1969, London, Eng.) kabaka (ruler) of the East African state of Buganda (now part of Uganda) in 1939–53 and 1955–66; he was deposed in 1953 by the British and again in 1966 by Milton Obote, president of independent Uganda. Mutesa was crowned Kabaka…
Preparation for Uganda’s 6th national census stands at 90.3 per cent with 50 districts having complete clean data, 58 districts, and cities at 90 per cent, 18 districts above 80 per cent, and the rest below 70 per cent according to the Uganda National Bureau of Statistics (UBOS ). The census is set to be carried out on the night of the 9th leading to May 10th, 2024 with more than 120,000 enumerators are set to be recruited. Chris Mukiza, Ubos executive director, said that the census will be digitized, including payments of the enumerators to avoid costs of middlemen.…
Gabriella Bridget Ntaate aka Ntaate is the hottest and trending gospel artiste in Uganda. Her debut songs has crossed all televisions and radio stations and enjoying fair air play in bars as well especially Cheza na Yesu. But who is Gabie? Gabriella Bridget Ntaate a Munyoro was born on April 14, 1992, into a family with 4 girls and 3 boys. Ntaate’s parents died when she was young, so she lived with her uncle and aunt in Kireka. She got her PLE from Shimoni, her O’levels from St. Lawrence and her A’levels from St. Noah Zana. She also got her…
In the aftermath of Uganda’s groundbreaking decision to officially designate all wetlands, a crucial question surfaces: how can we ensure that this recent legislation translates into concrete protection for these vital ecosystems? While the official designation is undoubtedly a commendable step, the ongoing journey toward safeguarding Uganda’s wetlands necessitates exploration. Enter environmental litigation – a potentially influential tool poised to expedite the implementation of the law and hold influential stakeholders accountable.
Reknowed Bishop Zac Niringiye has blasted Minister of Internal Affairs Gen. Kahinda Otafiire for belittling General Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s bid for Presidential seat in 2026 and over staying in power. He also expressed his disappointment by leaders for over staying in power and denying religious leaders form participating in active politics yet they deserve to guide leaders by God. Zac emphasized that although it’s always said that leaders are God’s annointed, greedy, oppressive and corrupt leaders don’t come from God because they are antithetical to His divine principles. Bishop Zac words was prompted by Minister Otafiire’s speech during the commemoration of…
Under the theme Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation” Uganda will join the rest of the world to commemorate World Wildlife Day 2024 with national celebrations in Kyenjojo District. Tourism Minister Tom Butime emphasized how digital conservation technologies and services can drive wildlife conservation, sustainable and legal wildlife trade, and human-wildlife coexistence. World Wildlife Day is annually celebrated on March 3rd. On 20 December 2013, the Sixty-eighth session of the United Nations General Assembly decided to proclaim 3 March as World Wildlife Day to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild fauna and flora. Uganda…
Uganda Police has registered reduced cases in the year 2023 compared to what was reported in 2022, the latest annual crime report has indicated. According to the report, indicates that the cases reported dropped from 231,653 in 2022 to 228074 in 2023, indicating a 1.5% reduction. In total of the 228074 cases, 12,924 were economic and corruption related, 10,741 related to children, 14,543 breakings, 14846 sex related offences, 29,884 assault cases and 65901 thefts. The report further indicates that whereas 84907 cases were taken to court, another 94535 are still under inquiry, 843 had suspects acquitted, 10,096 dismissed for want…
President Yoweri Museveni has summoned National Resistance Movement (NRM) Central Executive Committee (CEC) over Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s faction plans. The newly formed “Patriotic League of Uganda” (PLU) led by President Museveni’s son, General Muhoozi has ignited internal debate and raised tensions within the party. Captain Mike Mukula, a CEC member suspected of backing the PLU, will reportedly be grilled during the meeting. Some view the PLU as a challenge to the NRM’s authority, while others see it as a potential threat to President Museveni’s leadership. General Muhoozi has hinted at presidential ambitions, further complicating the situation for NRM members who now…
The optimism around super power potential for Uganda is ripe and our leaders and communities at all levels are immersed in debate and actions on how to achieve geometric economic growth and become a first world in our life time. Those late to the party need to show up. In nominal terms, Uganda’s ambition to grow her economy 10-fold translates into an average annual growth rate of 17 percent per annum over a 14-year period (2024/25-2037/38) as opposed to a 10-year period. Put simply, Uganda has to double the size of her GDP every 5 years for it to reach…