Kabasharira Calls for Unified African Response to Rising Cyber Threats
Ugandan legislator, Hon. Naome Kabasharira has urged African countries to treat cybersecurity as a national security priority, warning delegates at the 55th CPA Africa Region Conference in Malawi that the continent's rapid digital growth is…
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Lawmakers make a case for technical and vocational education
Members of Parliament have reiterated the need for major changes in the Ugandan education system, with a focus on technical and vocational training.
The call was made during the 55th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa…
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Rural Electrification Agency merger left Ministry Shs570 Billion Debt
Uganda’s ambition to connect electricity to underserved communities is being challenged by a Shs570 billion financial burden inherited when the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) was absorbed into the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development.…
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Kaziimba urges MPs to put Uganda above politics, personal interests
The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, the Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, has urged Members of the 12th Parliament to uphold integrity, accountability and unity in their service to the country.
He reminded the legislators…
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Govt targets global tourism boost from Rwenzori Marathon
Government is positioning the 2026 Rwenzori Marathon to market Uganda as a tourism and investment destination, with participants from nearly 45 countries expected in Kasese.
The Minister of State for Education and Sports (Sports), Hon.…
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Parliament Commends Uganda-Sweden Ties, Bids Ambassador Farewell
Legislators have lauded the outgoing ambassador of Sweden to Uganda H.E Maria Hakanson, for promoting good relations between the two countries, which they say have improved several sectors in Uganda.
In his communication to the House during…
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Health Ministry seeks Shs40 billion for 108 ambulances
The Ministry of Health is seeking Shs40 billion to procure 108 ambulances for constituencies that have not yet received the emergency vehicles, as government moves to strengthen emergency response and patient referral services across the country…
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Finance seeks Shs27.8 billion tax waivers for two firms
The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development has asked legislators to approve two separate tax waiver requests for Fresh Cuts Uganda and New Plan Uganda amounting to Shs27.78 billion.
The State Minister for Planning, Hon. Amos…
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