Attempted Robbery Thwarted at Equity Bank Soroti Branch
Police successfully prevented a robbery at the Equity Bank Soroti Branch early Tuesday morning. According to a public notice from the bank’s management, the incident, though distressing, resulted in no loss of money, property, or lives. The bank…
High Court in Dominica Strikes Down Anti-Sodomy Law, Paving the Way for LGBTQ+ Rights
The High Court of Dominica has made a landmark ruling, declaring the country’s anti-sodomy law unconstitutional. This decision, announced via Zoom, marks a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ rights in the Caribbean, reducing the number of nations…
Understanding the Realities of LGBTQ+ Ugandans
During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, attention has been drawn to the harsh realities faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in Uganda. Research highlights that the LGBTQ+ community remains particularly vulnerable to sexual violence due to societal prejudice and…
KOMBUCHA COMPANIES IN MUBENDE FORCED TO SHUT DOWN THEIR BUSINESS DUE TO THE HEAVY TAXES BY THE UGANDA REVENUE AUTHORITY.
Mubende, a bustling town located in central Uganda, has recently been hit with a major blow to its economy. Its home to several Kombucha drink companies, which has been a source of employment and revenue for the town. The recent introduction of stamp…
Over 40,000 Men to Converge at Kololo for Phanero Ministries’ Annual Men Gather Conference
This Saturday, 20th April 2024, Phanero Ministries International is set to host its seventh annual Men Gather conference at the Kololo Independence Grounds, with an expected attendance of over 40,000 men. This year’s conference, themed “The…
Joel Ssenyonyi Earns Postgraduate Diploma in Law Practice
Joel Ssenyonyi, the Leader of the Opposition and Member of Parliament for Nakawa West, has achieved a significant educational milestone by graduating from the Law Development Center with a Postgraduate Diploma in Law Practice. The graduation took place…
Uganda People’s Congress Calls for Reevaluation of EFRIS Amid Nationwide Business Protests
The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) has appealed to the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to reconsider its implementation of the Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing Solution (EFRIS), following widespread protests by traders across the country.…
Speaker Anita Among Calls for Nationwide Tree Planting in Honor of Late NEMA Director Dr. Tom Okurut
Speaker Anita Among paid tribute to Dr. Tom Okurut, the former Executive Director of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), who passed away after undergoing brain surgery at Platinum Hospital in Kampala last Sunday. During a requiem mass…
Parliament Approves District Quota System for Student Loans, Boosting Access for Rural Learners
In a significant move to improve educational equity, Parliament has approved the incorporation of a district quota system into the higher education student loan scheme. This development came as part of the Higher Education Students’ Financing (Amendment)…
Parliament Approves Major Overhaul of Government Agencies to Boost Efficiency
In a significant move to enhance government efficiency and optimize resource utilization, the Parliament of Uganda, under the leadership of Speaker Anita Among, passed several bills aimed at rationalizing government agencies on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.…