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In an effort to solve Uganda’s urban waste disposal challenge, government Is considering overhauling its waste management system through a new National Waste Management Policy that puts citizens at the centre of transformation. The policy, now in its final stages, seeks to turn waste into a valuable resource while addressing decades-old challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, weak enforcement, limited funding, and overlapping mandates among government agencies. Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya, says the draft policy is set to be presented to Cabinet for approval. “The policy is designed to streamline operations and close critical gaps in…
The Chairperson of Uganda Insurers Association Ruth Namuli has called for more collaboration between media and Insurers to narrow down the insurance knowledge gaps to boost insurance uptake in Uganda. Addressing journalists at the media workshop at Fairway Hotel in Kampala,Namuli appealed to journalists to simplify insurance complex concepts in order to boost public confidence and uptake. UIA Chairperson Ruth Namuli described the event as “a strategic conversation” rather than a one-off engagement. “Media is not just a conduit for information—it is a force that shapes perception and drives accountability,” she said. “We must deliberately build shared understanding between the…
Under the theme” Bridging the Gap: Rethinking Insurance Reporting in Uganda, “Uganda Insurers Association and media practitioners agreed to work together to promote the Insurance sector. The half day workshop sought to help reporters better understand complex insurance concepts to improve public reporting was held at Fairway Hotel in Kampala Ruth Namuli, Chairperson of the UIA and CEO of Sanlam General Insurance, described the event as the start of a “continuous engagement” with the media. She said the goal is to work collaboratively to simplify insurance information for the public, which will help build trust and increase market penetration. She acknowledged…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has allocated Shs 2 billion to support the ongoing restoration of the Kasubi Royal Tombs that was damaged by fire in March 2010. Kasubi Tombs is aUNESCO world heritage site and one of Uganda’s most significant cultural landmarks. The funds were handed over on behalf of the President by his senior advisor, Lt. Gen. Proscovia Nalweyiso, to key cultural representatives of the Buganda Kingdom in a ceremony attended by Prince David Kintu Wasajja, Princess Victoria Nkinzi, Princess Namikka, Minister Choltilda Nakate of Buganda’s Ministry of Culture, and Buganda Kingdom’s Protocol Chief, Owek. Kaddu Kiberu. Gen. Nalweyiso…
Absa Bank Uganda has signed a three-year partnership with Makerere University aimed at equipping practicing journalists with advanced skills in financial, business, and data-driven reporting to raise the standard of Uganda’s media industry. The collaboration kicked off with the 2025 Absa–Makerere Journalism Masterclass, held at the university, where 20 journalists from across the country were trained in accuracy, depth, and clarity of reporting. The programme focused on enabling journalists to deliver impactful, evidence-based stories that inform national conversations. “This two-day session has provided journalists with an opportunity to enhance their skills and gain insights from industry experts. It has also…
The High Court in Kampala has denied bail to former opposition strongman, Dr.Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya. The duo, facing charges of treason and misprision of treason, has been on remand at Luzira Prison for months asked court to have them released on bail. In a ruling delivered via email on Friday, Justice Emmanuel Baguma said it is not true as had been alleged that Besigye had clocked the mandatory period of 180 days to warrant mandatory bail. “Having found that the applicants had not clocked the mandatory period which is the bedrock of this application, I don’t…
By Our Reporter Kampala International University (KIU), consistently ranked among the top three universities in East Africa, has taken a giant leap in transforming legal education in Uganda with the launch of its state-of-the-art Moot Court facility. The ceremony attended by esteemed guests, marked a significant milestone in the university’s commitment to producing practically trained lawyers. Justice Monica Kalyegira Mugenyi, Justice of the Supreme Court of Uganda, emphasized the importance of hands-on experience in legal education, stating, “Law is not merely taught; it must be lived.” The Moot Court is designed to simulate real-world courtroom settings, providing students with a…
The Minister of State for Trade Hon. Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi has urged local manufacturers and producers to prioritize quality branding and packaging to effectively position themselves in the competitive market both domestically and internationally. Mbadi was officiating at the closing ceremony of the 3 days’ masterclass training in packaging technology organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives in partnership with the Institute of Packaging Partners of Uganda (IPPU) and the World Packaging Organisation, supported by the International Trade Center and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO). In his remarks, Gen. Mbadi noted that good packaging is…
Presidential nominations in Uganda kicks off next week, Electoral Commission Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama has announced. “For Presidential aspirants, the Commission has designated Monday, August 11, 2025, as the start date for the collection of nomination documents and related materials,”he advised. According to him,these will include the official nomination forms, forms for collecting signatures from at least 100 registered voters in at least two-thirds of Uganda’s districts approximately 98 as well as detailed nomination guidelines. ‘’All those vying for presidents you are required to collect signatures of not less than 100 supporters from two thirds of the district. Each district…
Local Government Minister Raphael Magezi has called for greater public involvement in waste management, emphasizing that individual responsibility is central to the success of the proposed National Waste Management Policy 2025. Minister Magezi said the public must take an active role through proper waste separation at the household level, reducing littering, and embracing recycling practices. He noted that while government and local authorities have a role to play, lasting solutions to Uganda’s waste crisis depend heavily on public behavior and participation. These remarks were made during a validation meeting for the draft National Waste Management Policy organized by the Ministry…