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President Yoweri Museveni has reaffirmed the NRM government’s commitment to expand physical and social infrastructure in Madi-Okollo District, citing significant progress made in roads, education, and water access, alongside ongoing efforts to reduce household poverty under the Parish Development Model (PDM). Addressing Thousands of supporters at Ajai Stadium in Madi-Okollo District, the President expressed pleasure with visible signs of progress, including electricity connections, murram roads, and increased mobile phone access, which he described as “a solid foundation for development built on peace and security.” “When I visit Madi-Okollo and see electricity poles, a functioning murrum road, and people using phones,…

State Minister for Higher Education John Chrysestom Muyingo has vowed to arrest all head teachers for denying students  opportunity to sit for their 2025 Examinations. Addressing media in Kampala Muyinga said its criminal for Head Teachers to deny students from sitting their examinations after parents paying school fees. In the same spriit Muyingo has appealed to teachers across the country to abandon the strike to ensure peaceful examination period. Over 432,000 Senior Four candidates across the country have commenced their Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations despite an ongoing teachers’ strike that has sparked uncertainty over supervision and administration of…

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in partnership with the Embassy in Abu Dhabi will host the Fourth Edition of the Uganda-United Arab Emirates (UAE) Business Forum from 27th to 29th October 2025 at the Speke Resort Munyonyo. The Business Summit aims to significantly deepen trade, investment, and innovation between the two nations. The annual forum, now a signature platform for economic cooperation, has evolved into a key continental hub for dialogue and strategic partnership. Building on the success of previous editions, including those held across various UAE emirates and Kampala, this year’s three-day gathering is expected to reaffirm a shared…

The African Centre for Media Excellence has announced the opening of submissions for the 2026 Uganda National Journalism Awards. Submissions will be accepted from Oct. 15 to Jan. 31, 2026, for stories published between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2025. The annual awards celebrate outstanding reporting across print, broadcast and online platforms. ACME Executive Director George William Lugalambi highlighted the role of credible journalism in shaping Uganda’s global image, citing a study that found media narratives strongly influence investment, tourism and development decision. He described the awards as a key platform for strengthening reporting standards and said the program has…

President Yoweri Museveni has promised to address the long-standing problem of poor road infrastructure in Zombo District and expand other economic and social facilities in the area. Addressing thousands of party supporters In West Nile sub-region,Museveni told the cheering crowd that his government has already made concrete plans to rehabilitate and upgrade the main road network in Zombo, saying the project will commence next year. “The contract for the construction of the road from Nebbi to Zombo will be signed in April 2026. It will then be followed by the road from Zombo to Vura,” President Museveni revealed, drawing loud…

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officiated at the closure of the Afro-Arab Youth Congress 2025 at Speke Resort Munyonyo,urging young people across Africa and the Arab world to embrace ideology, unity, and innovation as tools for peace and prosperity. The five-day congress, held under the theme: “Amplifying Youth Voices for Peace, Unity and Prosperity,” ran from October 6 to 10,2025, bringing together youth leaders, government officials,diplomats, and representatives from across Africa and the Arab world to chart a new course for collaboration and progress. The President noted that Africa’s population currently stands at 1.5 billion people and is projected to…

Uganda has been recognised for its exceptional efforts in developing and implementing biodiversity strategies, as wellas its unwavering commitment to biodiversity conservation and sustainable management. In recognition of this exemplary performance, the country has received. the prestigious Reverse the Red NBSAP Medal at the 2025 International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Conservation Congress taking place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This distinguished award recognises countries that have demonstrated excellence in the development and implementation of evidence-based National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plans (NBSAPs); a key tool in reversing species decline and addressing the global biodiversity crisis. The…

The National Medical Stores (NMS), in partnership with the Special Forces Command (SFC), has renovated key facilities at Nsamizi Army Primary School to improve the learning environment for pupils. The renovated structures, which include two blocks; each accommodating three classrooms, a dormitory and a toilet facility, were officially handed over to the SFC leadership and the school administration on Friday, 10th October 2025. During a brief handover ceremony, NMS General Manager Mr. Moses Kamabare said they were moved to intervene after learning about the poor state of the school. “When we visited, we realized the situation was truly dire. Though…

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni yesterday evening joined the family of the late John Kazoora to pay tribute to Mathew Richard Rubahama Kazoora at their family home in Makindye, Kampala. The late Mathew, aged 63, died on 1st September 2025 in London.He was born to the late John Kazoora and Gwendine and was the second born of five children: Max, Vanessa, Susan and Mark. Mathew pursued a Degree in Law and Sociology and later advanced with a Master’s in International Relations from the United Kingdom. In his…

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the NRM Presidential Flagbearer, has energized a massive crowd during a campaign rally today in Nebbi District. He was accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Kataaha Museveni. The rally began with prayers led by His Grace Archbishop Luke Orombi, who asked for a peaceful election period and for the continued unity and prosperity of Uganda. Thousands of excited supporters filled the venue, waving flags, singing, and cheering as the President addressed the crowd. The atmosphere was full of energy as he shared his vision for keeping Uganda peaceful, improving…