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National Housing and Construction Company Ltd Uganda’s leading housing developer has won a lucrative deal to build Electoral Commission permanent Home in Lubowa Kampala Suburb. The Electoral Commission launched the construction of its new headquarters last week which will cost close to sh 400 billion this website has learnt. Kenneth Kaijuka, the Chief Executive Officer of, National Housing, stated that the deal follows a presidential directive in 2022 to provide a permanent home for the commission ahead of the 2025 general elections. He further said that the construction project will be completed within two years adding that the complex will…
In an effort aimed to strengthen human resource for health, in the region,Aga Khan University (AKU) in Uganda has introduced a new Bachelor of Nursing Science direct entry programme The university intends to strengthen the country’s healthcare system by training a new generation of skilled nurses. Accredited by the Uganda National Council for Higher Education (UNCHE), the four-year undergraduate degree targets recent high school graduates. It is designed to equip students with the clinical expertise, critical thinking abilities, and leadership skills needed to thrive in modern healthcare environments. “This programme responds to the growing demand for highly trained nurses who…
Market vendors in Wobulenzi Town Council, Luweero District have been urged to focus on improving their livelihoods through engaging in income generating enterprises. The appeal was made yesterday as State House officials led by the Senior Presidential Advisor-Elderly, Princess Pauline Nassolo and the Special Presidential Assistant in charge of Women Affairs, Ms. Flora Kabibi delivered President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s business booster package to vendors in Movit and Bimbo Markets.Each of the 82 vendors received Shs100,000. “Let’s not be divided by politics. Let’s work together so that we can achieve our common goal of improving our livelihoods,” Princess Nassolo said. Princess…
Former Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) Executive Director, Francis Mashate Wanduyi, has officially announced his bid to contest for the Budadiri West Parliamentary seat in the 2026 election as an independent candidate. Addressing journalists on Sunday at Dvvan Lounge in Sironko District, Mashate says he wants to rescue the constituency from incumbent MP Nathan Nandala Mafabi, who will be contesting for presiential position on the FDC ticket “I am stepping forward to rescue the constituency from stagnation after the departure of current MP Nandala Mafabi,” Mashate said. “I’m not looking for a job; I’have worked in government for 25 years.…
In excitement that will ignite Harambe StarS to put up more energy towards wining African Nations Championship, Kenyan President William Ruto has pledged to reward Harambe Stars with sh 17billion if they win the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Ruto made the announcement during a visit to the national team camp at the Pullman Hotel in Nairobi on Saturday. Ruto also promised an additional Ksh1 million (Shs27 million) to each player for every victory, and Ksh500,000 (Shs14 million) per player for every draw throughout the tournament. Ruto further pledged Ksh60 million (Shs1.6 billion) if the team reaches the quarterfinals and…
Rhoda Nakibuuka Kalema, a pioneering Ugandan politician popularly known as “Mother of Parliament,” has passed away at the age of 96 on Sunday. Kalema reportedly succumbed to age-related illnesses. She was last seen publicly at a Scripture Union conference in Kiboga District last weekend. Born on May 10, 1929, she was the daughter of Buganda Katikkiro Martin Luther Nsibirwa and Veronica Namuddu, and grew up in the official residence of the Katikkiro, the Butikkiro, at Mengo. Rhoda Kalema forged a path for women in Ugandan politics during a period when female participation was rare. She was among the first women…
Uganda’s iconic Afrigo Band is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the Legends of Sound: Afrigo@50 concert taking place at Millennium Grounds, Kampala, on 16th August 2025. The anticipated Golden Jubilee will feature Congolese superstar Koffi Olomidé as a special guest. Koffi Olomidé is primarily known in Africa for his significant contributions to Congolese rumba and soukous music, his flamboyant stage presence, and his role as a cultural icon. He’s celebrated for his unique vocal style, energetic dance moves, and ability to blend traditional Congolese rhythms with modern sounds offi Olomidé is considered one of the most influential figures in Congolese…
Atleast 4,560 youth and women have been admitted to the 19 Presidential Industrial Hubs for a six-month vocational training program that commenced on 1st August 2025. Eng. Raymond Kamugisha the Director of Presidential Projects and Industrial Hubs, told the media that trainees will undergo intensive hands-on training in tailoring, hairdressing, carpentry, and leather designing. Upon completion, they will receive certificates equivalent to Uganda Certificate of Education and startup capital to apply their skills in communities. “It is our vision to empower these young people with practical skills that can transform their lives. Plans are also underway to establish a TVET…
The EAC faces an infrastructure deficit currently estimated at $42billion annually. This is hindering modernization of transportation, energy, and communication systems and slowing regional integration. Experts say there is urgent need to Unlock domestic capital to drive infrastructure development across the East African Community (EAC) I because its crucial for sustaining economic growth in the region. At the 2025 East Africa Institutional Investors Forum in Arusha, Tanzania, Stanbic Bank Kenya, Stanbic Bank Uganda, and Stanbic Bank Tanzania—affiliates of Standard Bank Group—joined institutional investors, policymakers, and regulators to discuss mobilizing alternative financing. The two-day forum focused on shifting domestic capital from…
Armed with the mission of elevating talents and teaching cutting edge education relevant in the current job market, Victoria University has officially announced a complete transition to a digital learning model, a move poised to significantly impact Uganda’s higher education landscape. Vice Chancellor Prof. Lawrence Muganga says the underscores the university’s dedication to “future-proofing” education through advanced technology and the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its curricula. Muganga an Artfificial Intelligence champion also introduced a new laptop loan scheme designed to ensure student access personal computers. The program allows students to acquire laptops and repay the cost in affordable…