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Airtel Money has partnered with Juba Express, a licensed international payment service provider, to launch seamless cross-border money transfer services accessible directly through the Airtel Money wallet. The move is aimed at expanding global reach while reducing the cost of remittances for millions of Ugandans. The new service allows Airtel Money users to make low-cost, real-time international transfers with transparent forex rates, easily accessible via the USSD menu by dialing 185# and navigating to “Send Money → International Transfers → Juba Express.” Speaking at the launch, Japeth Aritho, Managing Director of Airtel Money, emphasized the importance of the initiative. “In…

The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema, has aassured investors of government protection and support to their investments. Col. Nakalema informed the investors that by investing in Uganda, they chose the best investment destination. “Uganda was consistently named Africa’s top investment destination by AIM UAE in both 2023 and 2024 and also won the investment catalyst award at the Go Global Awards in 2023 by the International Trade Council,” she said. She also appreciated the relentless effort by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands in promoting modern agricultural practices through the “Best Farmers” annual…

Kampala Faded socialite Bryan Kirumira, aka Bryan White, has been charged with human sacrifice and manslaughter following the death of his girlfriend, Caroline Nalubwama. According to Police Kirumira and agroup of his assocaites carried out a ceremony of sacrificing Carol in hope of getting rcih fortunes . Under Prohibition of Human Sacrifice Act,Byran Whie now faces Human sacrifice charges. During a session at Makindye Chief Magistrates Court, four other people including Kirumira’s wife, Daisy Nalunga, Naava Nakato, Joyce Irene Nambalirwa ,the owner of Mabirizi Nursing Home and Daphine Abaho appeared in court. The socialite who is still nursing injuries in hospital…

The National Water and Sewerage Corporation has won the digital champion in the Utilities and Government Services Digital Excellence Award at the 12th annual Digital Impact Awards Africa 20225 edition. The top honor recognizes NWSC’s consistent and impactful use of digital platforms to enhance customer service, streamline operations and drive inclusion across the country. The corporation’s digital channels have been praised for their convenience, efficiency and accessibility, allowing customers to skip physical queues, access the NWSC Digital Self Service Portal or the mobile app, and utilize 24/7 access to account information and bill payment history. The systems also support multiple payment options, including…

By Felix Oketcho The Executive Director of Uganda Bureau of Statistics Dr. Chris Mukiza has emphasized the transformative role of digitization in strengthening the country’s statistical system. “Digitisation transforms how institutions manage information. If effectively implemented, it enhances accuracy, efficiency, and accessibility — all of which are critical for improving data governance and accountability,” said Dr. Mukiza. “As we advance into a data-driven era, Uganda must ensure that administrative data meaningfully contributes to national planning, policy formulation, and monitoring of development outcomes,” he stated. He was opening a Public Lecture at Statistics House under the theme, “Leveraging Innovations in Data…

President Yoweri Museveni has called on Ugandans to consolidate the peace and stability achieved under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) by embracing wealth creation and supporting government programmes that ensure inclusive development. Speaking during his campaign rally at Kibuku Primary School in Kibuku Town Council, Kibuku District today, the President said the transformation of Uganda depends on the unity between government efforts in infrastructure development and individual efforts in wealth creation. The NRM Presidential flagbearer reminded the people of Kibuku that the party’s first and most significant contribution to Uganda has been peace,which has laid the foundation for all other progress. “The first contribution is peace. We have…

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has re-emphasized the seven pillars of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) manifesto, which include peace, development, wealth creation, job generation, service delivery, markets, and regional political federation as the foundation for Uganda’s continued progress and unity. Museveni said the NRM’s manifesto represents four decades of tangible contributions that have transformed Uganda from instability to a country of peace, development, and economic recovery. “This group, which is now called NRM, crystallized around 1965 from the old political parties – DP, UPC, and Kabaka Yekka -because of ideology. Those groups were emphasizing identity, religion, and tribe, and they didn’t…

Uganda’s coffee exporters have closed deals worth upto $3million at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) held in Shanghai. The coffee exporters at the event included Meg Rai Coffee, Kwezi coffee, Inspire Africa and Elgon Coffee. They were all supported by the Uganda government that procured space at the event for them to showcase their products. Traffic at the Ugandan booths attracted both retail and commercial buyers. Activities undertaken by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) at the national pavilion and agriculture-related exhibition areas. They also represented Uganda at a number of events including ‘Exploration of the…

By Felix Brian Oketcho Phaneroo Ministries International is set to host the biggest Global Inter University Conference this Saturday at the Phaneroo Grounds in Naguru,Kampala. According to Apostle Grace Lubega the event is expected to draw a mammoth gathering of youth from universities and higher institutions of learning across Uganda and beyond. The annual conference serves as a transformative platform for young men and women to explore their divine purpose, ignite passion, and align with God’s plan for their generation. In his remarks Apostle Grace Lubega said this year’s edition will focus on restoring divine order, awakening purpose, and empowering the youth to…

President Yoweri Museveni has issued a stern warning to parish and sub-county chiefs in the Bukedi Sub-region, who sideline the youth, women, or persons with disabilities from benefiting from the Parish Development Model (PDM) to face dismissal. Speaking at a campaign rally in Pallisa District the President, said his government will not tolerate misuse or misallocation of funds meant for specific groups under the PDM. He set out how PDM allocations should be divided and placed responsibility squarely on local leaders to ensure transparent distribution. “Within the 100 million shillings per parish, 30% belongs to the youth, 30% to the women, and…