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By Felix Oketcho Uganda’s leading Cosmetics Manufacturer Movit Products Limited has renewed its partnership for Bugandas Signature Enkuka cultural festival pledging a support package valued at shs 342.95 million.. The announcement was made at a press conference at Bulange Mengo between Movit Products and CBS Radio officials. Mary Kobusingye, Movit Products Communications and Corporate Affairs Manager confirmed the continued commitment to the media, “We are honoured to once again stand with CBS in celebrating this year’s Enkuka,” Kobusingye said. “This year’s contribution reflects our belief in preserving heritage, elevating community celebration, and strengthening consumer engagement.”she stated. According to Kobusingye the shs 342.95 million support…
By Felix Oketcho Uganda National Oil Company has celebrated 10 years of driving Uganda’s Transformation in the petroleum sector, growing from a bold idea into a fully-fledged, high impact national oil company shaping the country’s energy future. UNOC was created to manage the State’s commercial interests and unlock the full value of Uganda’s petroleum resources. Over the past decade, the company has built strong foundations in governance, institutions, people, and partnerships, setting the stage for long-term national value creation. From the inaugural Board to the new leadership constituted in 2024, UNOC has benefited from visionary governance and committed management that…
By Felix Oketcho Stanbic National Schools Championship has won two accolades at the fifth edition of the Uganda Marketing and Excellence Awards (UMEAS), taking home the Best Not-for-Profit/Social Good Campaign and the Best Use of Sustainability awards. The awards were presented during a high-profile gala organised by Evolve Africa at the Kampala Serena Hotel, bringing together leading brands, agencies, and marketing professionals from across the country. Over the years, the initiative has become a cornerstone of efforts to embed entrepreneurship, creativity and problem-solving within Uganda’s education system, targeting students in secondary and vocational institutions. This year’s UMEAS ceremony celebrated outstanding…
Uganda has licensed its first Takaful insurance operator, introducing insurance practices based on Islamic principles in a move expected to improve financial inclusion. In 2018, the Government passed the Financial Institutions (Islamic Banking) Regulations to regulate the conduct of Islamic financial business by financial institutions, creating a supportive environment for the emergence of other Shari’ah-compliant business models, including takaful. Kaddunabbi Lubega Chief Executive Officer of Insurance Regulatory Authority anticipates more deepening of insurance as well as increase the available resources for financing long-term projects. “Islamic insurance will enhance market confidence since the insurer is assured that they collectively own the…
Mukono District Local Government has officially signed a contract agreement with China Railway No. 5 Engineering Group for the construction of the second phase of the Ntenjeru–Buule Road, a 10.5km strategic road corridor under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Programme (GKMA-UDP), supported by the World Bank. The signing ceremony, chaired by the Chief Administrative Officer Mr. Henry Damba, marked a significant milestone in Mukono’s ongoing efforts to expand modern road infrastructure and improve connectivity within the district. The signed agreements include China Railway No. 5 Engineering Group – Main Contractor sh 32,513,196,962, Hersun Consults Limited – Supervising Consultant shs1,039,010,000…
Uganda and the United States of America have signed a landmark five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Bilateral Health Cooperation where the later will extend health investments valued at $2.3 billion, This cements a strategic shift from traditional aid to a sovereign-led partnership designed to strengthen Uganda’s health systems, enhance disease surveillance, and promote long-term sustainability. The signing ceremony was witnessed by uganda senior government officials led by Uganda’s Minister of Finance, Hon. Matia Kasaija, Minister of Health Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng, and the U.S. Ambassador to Uganda, William W. Popp. The Permanent Secretaries from the relevant ministries also appended their signatures…
Like Rema Namakula did it to Eddie Kenzo,Singer Chosen Becky followed suit by walking out of her husband and father of her children for life to get married to Abdul Ssekajja where they held a successful marriage ceremony in Masaka. After too many bonking session out side her behind her husband it was time that Chosen Becky a beautiful Muganda woman and Ssekajja, called off the hit and run bonking sessions to enjoy Abdul Sekajja as new husband by paying homage in atraditional ceremony making their relationship official. The Bankuza hit maker rocked in a lime-green Gomesi accentuated with white pearls…
Tosalawo hit maker Carol Nantogo has finally introduced her longtime bonkmate Dylan Semakula, son of veteran singer Mesach Semakula to her parents home in Namugongo, Wakiso District to formalise their l marriage. The marriage ceremony follows a much-publicised lavish proposal function to which Nantogo assented to become Semakula’s life-long partner. According to a reliable source, the couple has settled for a close and personal – private marriage function to which only close friends and relatives have been invited. The lovebirds reportedly seek to keep public prying eyes off their relationship following criticism from a section of online fans who were…
By Felix Oketcho Kampala International University (KIU) has strengthened its standing as one of Africa’s most dynamic and forward‑looking higher education institutions after receiving the prestigious European Society for Quality Research (ESQR) Quality Achievement Award. The ceremony, held yesterday at the prestigious Dusit Thani Hotel Dubai, brought together over 50 global leaders in academia, business, healthcare, construction, government agencies, diplomats and leaders in other sectors, from 49 countries. Representing KIU, Professor Muhammed Ngoma, the Vice Chancellor, delivered an address that resonated with authenticity, pride and purpose. His words captured the essence of KIU’s journey, its achievements, and its unshakable commitment…
The Electoral Commission has announced immediate recruitment of 250,000 staff who will manage the smooth flow of 2026 general election. According to EC officials those who gran the opportunity will be deployed as presiding officers and polling assistants for the during the polling period and others work as biometric voter verification kit operators and tally clerks as per previously advertised positions whose deadline is 19th December “To qualify, presiding officers must hold a Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education or its equivalent. Polling assistants are required to possess a Uganda Certificate of Education or its equivalent. Both positions require applicants to be above…