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The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) has taken a notable step by summoning Gilbert Olanya, the Member of Parliament for Kilak South, concerning accusations of hate speech and sectarian comments. This move was prompted by his statements regarding the Balaalo community in Northern Uganda. Mariam Wangadya, the Commission’s chairperson, addressed …

In a recent operation on Lake Edward in Kasese, the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) accomplished a significant milestone, confirming the elimination of two ADF rebels and the apprehension of a commander. The operation was a joint effort conducted by the UPDF and Marine police, led by the Commander of …

PostBank Uganda unveiled the “Wendi App,” an innovative platform designed to foster cooperation among multiple banks. This technology is set to reshape Uganda’s banking landscape, providing customers with a comprehensive solution to access a wide range of banking services across various institutions. The launch ceremony, held at Serena Hotel in …

For the second year running, Mbale Regional Referral Hospital has secured the top spot as the best referral hospital in Uganda, as per the annual health sector performance report for the financial year 2022/23. Mbale Referral Hospital achieved the highest Diagnostic Related Group (DRG) score of 120,418, surpassing other hospitals, …

A Link Bus driver, Andrew Jemba, was apprehended and charged after a viral video captured him texting his girlfriend while driving passengers, leading to serious safety concerns due to the company’s history of accidents. The police, in a statement on Wednesday night, confirmed the arrest of Jemba, who was observed …

Mityana Municipality legislator Francis Zaake has been barred from accessing his office as a commissioner of Parliament, despite a court ruling that reinstated him to his position. Zaake, along with members of his legal team, attempted to access his office on November 1, 2023, but their efforts were unsuccessful. Back …

The Ugandan government has inaugurated the Intelligence Transport Monitoring System (ITMS) project in response to apprehensions about privacy. This program aims to implement electronic number plates, referred to as digital number plates, on all vehicles nationwide. At the project’s launch, vehicles from significant government bodies like the Office of the …

National Research Repository of Uganda (NRU) reported a six-fold increase in the import and use of packaging and plastics in the country over the past three years, presenting a mounting challenge for sustainable plastic imports, product packaging, and waste management. With less than 5% of plastics being recycled, this surge …

Jumia Uganda launched its highly anticipated Black Friday campaign for 2023 on Tuesday, offering customers the opportunity to purchase products at significantly reduced prices. This year’s Black Friday event, themed “Save More Than Money,” is set to provide a bigger, better, and more impactful shopping experience, promising exceptional savings to …

Farouk Nsubuga, the coach of Kabale University, remains confident about his team’s prospects in the Pepsi University Football League, despite currently being placed third in Group A after securing four points in four games. For Kabale University to progress, they must win all remaining matches and rely on Uganda Martyrs …