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Hundreds of youth across the country have endorsed Nakku Fiona for the National Female Youth Member of Parliament for the period 2026 to 2031. This follows her nomination at National Resistance Movement electoral commission headquarters in Kampala. Excited with mammoth crowd of energic youth leaders who escorted her for nomination and launch of her campaign road map at Kati Kagti restaurant in Kampala Nakku Fiona adiehard Mobiliser of National Resistance pledged to tackle all youth challenges once elected to parliament. “I know all the challenges Uganda youth face like unemployment, representation and access to government programmes. I pledged to mobilize…
In a strategic move aimed to empower small businesses operate professionally, Opportunity Bank Uganda Limited, in partnership with the Federation of Small and Medium Enterprises (FSME), have trained 450 small business owners in Greater Mukono with business management skills. According to officials ,the training session equipped Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) with modern business management skills, linking them to affordable financing options. The training targeted traders, youth entrepreneurs, agro-processors, ICT service providers, educators, and green companies tackled amixture of business development services and access to affordable financial products. The training is part of the MSME Accelerator Program, a one-year…
Dubbed Technology University of Choice, International University of East Africa (IUEA) has officially announced scholarship opportunities for bright students ahead of the August 2025 Intake across the region. Speaking at the official launch ceremony In Kampala, IUEA Vice-Chancellor Prof. Emeka Akaezuwa, also unveiled scholarship opportunities specifically designed for the top-performing candidates of the UACE 2024 examinations. He reaffirmed the university’s ongoing mission to deliver quality, innovative, and accessible education tailored to meet the needs of the modern world. “We are thrilled to open the doors for our August 2025 Intake and even more proud to introduce scholarship opportunities for the…
The Office of the National Chairman (ONC), led by Senior Presidential Advisor Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye, has announced the launch of a major anti-poverty campaign targeting vulnerable urban communities in Katwe, one of Kampala’s poorest neighborhoods. The campaign, called “Abanaku Tweyambe Wealth Creation Empowerment,” will officially launch on July 4, 2025, in Katwe, Makindye Division, and aims to equip struggling residents with tools and resources to help them start small businesses and escape the cycle of poverty. Speaking at a press conference held at the ONC headquarters in Kyambogo on June 24, Hajjat Namyalo said the campaign marks a shift…
The NRM Vice Chairperson for Kampala Region, Hon Katongole Singh has made a comeback into political race for Rubaga North parliamentary seat. In a media interface Katongle pledged to offer good service delivery to Rubaga dwellers upon election. Katongole who doubles as NRM CEC member also announced his bid for the same position in the forth coming CEC race. Katongole was in 2011 ejected from Parliament following a petition by Mr Moses Kasibante on issues related to electoral malpractices including voter bribery and ballot stuffing. In 2016, he was denied the ruling party flag ahead of general elections on grounds…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has officially fixed June 26 and 27, 2025, as the nomination dates for candidates seeking to contest for positions on parish committees representing special interest groups. These include the youth, older persons, and persons with disabilities (PWDs). Speaking on behalf of the Commission, EC spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi confirmed that nomination forms are now available at all sub-county, ward, and town council headquarters. He emphasized that only individuals who were successfully elected to village-level special interest group committees are eligible to contest at the parish level. Mucunguzi however clarified that the electorate for the parish-level elections will…
Victoria University and EON Reality launched Revolutionary AI-XR Education Model in Kampala. EON-XR platform harnesses the power of Spatial AI to dramatically improve learning outcomes, increase engagement, and accelerate skill acquisition for academic and enterprise sectors. Victoria University (VU) unveiled a groundbreaking partnership with EON Reality on June 17, 2025, igniting excitement across Uganda’s academic landscape. At the launch event, held at VU’s Business Innovation Hub Vice-Chancellor Dr. Lawrence Muganga spoke passionately about aligning education with Africa’s digital economy. “This is more than a partnership; it’s a leap toward preparing our youth for a tech-driven world,” he said. He added…
Launched recently after the rebranding exercise, Pride Bank has unveiled five new financial products in the market place. The new products include Forex Savings Account,SME Corporate Loan,Mortgage Loan,Home Improvement Loan,Trade Finance Solutions among others Pride Bank Managing Director Veronicah Gladys Namagembe said the new products an SME Loan Product, a Home Improvement Loan, Mortgage Loan,Forex services and Trade Finance were developed based on direct feedback from customers. “The new products are aligned with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals of boosting sustainable agriculture value chains, growing sustainable small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to drive economic transformation, and fostering economic resilience…
The Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU) has launched a nationwide mobilization campaign themed “Peaceful, Credible Elections, Stability and Social Cohesion.” The initiative aims to unite stakeholders in ensuring a transparent and violence-free electoral process. IRCU Secretary General Joshua Kitakule emphasized that the launch was not an isolated event but part of a broader effort to foster a credible electoral environment. Kitakule highlighted the historical role of faith-based institutions in safeguarding electoral integrity. “We have served as neutral mediators, promoted civic engagement, and de-escalated tensions in past elections,” he noted. The campaign will extend beyond 2026, covering all 17 IRCU sub-regions through…
President Yoweri Museveni is set to pick Nomination form for expression of interest as Presidential Candidate for the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) headquarters on Saturday, June 28, 2025,NRM Electoral Commission Chairperson, Dr Tanga Odoi as announced. in amedia briefing at the party secretariat in Kampala Dr Odoi confirmed that the President will pick nomination forms for two positions – NRM national chairperson and the party’s presidential flag bearer for the upcoming polls. “I want to take this opportunity to notify all party members that the President will himself pick the nomination forms for party chairman and for contesting as…