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Korea Ambassador in Uganda Park Sung-soo, has pledged to strengthen Korea -Uganda bilateral relations Officiating at the National Day and Armed Forces Day Reception of the Republic of Korea in Kampala,Park Sung this year’s celebration holds particular significance for Korea as a new administration is led by President Lee Jae-myung, has recently taken office, opening a new chapter for our nati “As we celebrate two remarkable milestones in Korea’s history:October 3rd, our National Foundation Day, which marks more than 4,300 years of our proud history; and October 1st, Armed Forces Day, honoring those who have dedicated their live / to…
The East African Community (EAC), in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB), will host a Market Sounding Conference between October 20 and 21, 2025, in Kampala to discuss the business potential of Kenya–Uganda Multinational Expressway Project. According to officials, the conference will bring together government officials, development partners, investors, and private sector leaders to explore financing options for the 193-kilometre project. The conference is expected to attract significant investor interest, with participants offering feedback on project design, feasibility, and financing. It will also promote consensus on sustainable, inclusive approaches and encourage solutions for potential environmental and social impacts. This…
China has pledged to continue strengthening its bilateral ties with Uganda, as Uganda marked its 63rd Independence Anniversary in Beijing. Speaking at the celebration hosted by the Embassy of Uganda in Beijing and the Consulate General in Guangzhou, H.E. Ambassador Lei Kezhong, Director of the Department of African Affairs at China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, praised the long-standing friendship between the two nations. He emphasized China’s readiness to enhance collaboration with Uganda in areas such as trade, infrastructure development, education, and cultural exchange. Uganda’s Ambassador to China, H.E. Oliver Wonekha, and Consul General H.E. Judyth Nsababera Muthoni presided over the…
The President of Justice Forum (JEEMA), Asuman Basalirwa has urged Ugandans to vote President Yoweri Museveni than National Unity Platform (NUP), leader Robert Kyagulangi saying Museveni is abetter leader. Addressing the media in kampala Basalirwa said,”“Better to be ruled by President Museveni than to live under Bobi Wine,” if Bobi Wine became president, I would either be in exile, in prison, or dead,” Basalirwa said. “He’s not the man I used to know. He has changed completely,” he now fights anyone who was in the opposition before NUP came along,” Basalirwa added. Basalirwa accused Bobi Wine of intolerance and being…
President Yoweri Museveni has advised the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Members of Parliament who lost in the recent party primaries not to stand as independents in the forthcoming elections. “Where there are NRM and opposition candidates, I wouldn’t advise you to come as independent, because if you do and things go wrong, you will be the one to blame. Where there are only NRMs in the race, even there I would prefer you use the law, so that you don’t confuse our people,” he said. The President, in the company of the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni made the remarks yesterday…
The Ministry of Finance has released Shs 18.43 trillion to government institutions for the second quarter of the 2025/26 financial year. Addressing media in Kampala,Deputy Secretary to the Treasury, Patrick Ocailap, said the funds are aimed at supporting the government’s Ten-Fold Growth Strategy, with a focus on key production drivers including agro-industrialisation, tourism, minerals, and science and technology. “Our main objective is to promote technical efficiency by ensuring that all Ministries, Departments, Agencies, and Local Governments deliver better services to Ugandans at the lowest cost,” Ocailap said. He instructed accounting officers to ensure timely payment of salaries, pensions, and gratuities…
Are you big fun of mouth-watering spread of Indian delicacies—spiced curries, fragrant rice dishes, and sweet favourites such as jalebi and gulab jamun. Diwali food and Music festival returns at Speke Resort Munyonyo this Sunday, October 19th under the theme:“Unity in Diversity,” The festival, organised by the Indian Association Uganda (IAU), in partnership with the High Commission of India, will bring together communities for a day of food, music, and cultural celebration, at the resort’s scenic lakeside. Diwali, the Festival of Lights, symbolises the victory of light over darkness, and good over evil will showcase the rich traditions of Uganda’s…
Former Prime Minister of Kenya Raila Odinga has died after suffering a cardiac arrest while in Kerala, India at 80 years. According to police and hospital authorities, Odinga collapsed during his morning walk on the grounds of an Ayurvedic facility in Koothattukulam, in the Ernakulam district. He was rushed to the Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Hospital and Research Centre, where he was pronounced dead at 9:52 a.m. local time. Odinga had arrived in Koothattukulam six days prior, accompanied by his daughter and other family members. A spokesman for the hospital said Odinga and his family had been visiting the facility, which…
By Felix Oketcho Housing Finance Bank has achieved the ISO 27001:2022 Certification, a globally recognized standard for information security. This certification confirms that the bank has robust systems in place to protect customer data, ensuring privacy, accuracy, and accessibility of information in an increasingly digital world. For everyday customers, this means that Housing Finance Bank takes concrete steps to safeguard personal and financial information. From online banking to mobile transactions, the bank now meets international standards for managing risks, preventing cyberattacks, and keeping sensitive data secure. In simple terms, your money and information are safer than ever. The certification follows…
President Yoweri Museveni has said that the greatest achievement of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) government is the peace that enabled Ugandans who had fled into exile in neighbouring countries to return home and rebuild their lives. Addressing supporters at a campaign rally in Koboko District, President Museveni recalled that when the NRM captured power in 1986, “almost the whole of Koboko was empty.” He narrated that as he drove up to Olaba border with South Sudan, he could see Ugandans peeping from across the border in fear. “I called them to come back home,” he said. “Today, Koboko is…