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By Shivan Ayebare. Kabale University has awarded 1,673 degrees, diplomas, and certificates during its 10th Graduation Ceremony held at the university’s main campus in Kabale Municipality. Graduates included 7 PhDs, 151 Master’s Degrees, 41 Postgraduate Diplomas, 1,005 Bachelor’s Degrees, 319 Undergraduate Diplomas, and 150 Certificates, highlighting the university’s growing contribution to education and national development. Adison Kakuru, Chairperson of the University Council,...

By John Barnes Ssentamu Uganda’s delegation to take part in the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh city, Saudi Arabia was officially flagged off on Friday, 31st October at Copper Chimney Restaurant, Lugogo in Kampala. The flag off ceremony was graced by some of the athletes on the 39-man team, the media, team officials and representatives from the National Council...

By Daniel Mugoya. The High Court has dismissed an application by the National Unity Platform (NUP) seeking to block the government and the Electoral Commission from excluding the party from receiving statutory political funding. In his ruling delivered by Justice Collins Acellam, the court declined to grant an interim injunction that would have restrained the Attorney General and the Electoral...

By David Mwanje Parliament has directed the Minister for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs to present an update next week on the delayed closure of the Kiteezi landfill and compensation of families affected by last year’s collapse. The directive followed a matter of national importance raised by East Kyadondo MP Muwada Nkunyingi, who questioned why government had not acted on earlier...

By David Mwanje Uganda’s advertising and creative professionals will converge in Kampala from November 10 to 15, 2025, for the Silverback Creative Week, a flagship industry event organized by the Uganda Advertising Association (UAA) in partnership with The Loeries. The week-long programme will feature competitions, workshops, and a grand awards gala under the theme “Elevating the Grind.” The program will open with the Young Silverback Competition from November 10 to...

By David Mwanje The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Uganda has launched its Strategic Plan for 2025–2030, aligning environmental conservation with Uganda’s economic agenda under the upcoming National Development Plan IV (NDP IV). The launch, held at the Protea Hotel Kampala, brought together government officials, development partners, and community leaders. WWF Uganda Country Director Ivan Tumuhimbise said the plan builds on the organization’s global expertise but responds...

By David Mwanje The Bank of Uganda has recorded strong investor interest in its latest Treasury Bonds auction, held on October 29 and settled on October 30, 2025. The auction, which reopened 3-year, 10-year, and 20-year bonds, attracted bids worth Shs 1.44 trillion against an offer of Shs 990 billion. The 3-year bond was the most sought after, posting a bid-to-cover ratio of 1.9, an indication of growing investor confidence...

At least nine people, including three children, have died following mudslides triggered by heavy rains in Eastern Uganda, according to the Uganda Red Cross Society. In Chesower, Bukwo District, a mudslide swept through a home, killing three children from one family. Red Cross volunteers are on the ground conducting rapid assessments and providing support to affected families. Access to the area...

By David Mwanje MTN Uganda has rolled out the third phase of its Change makers Initiative, committing Shs 500 million through the MTN Foundation to support 25 new community projects in education, health, water and environmental sustainability, and livelihoods. At the launch in Kampala, MTN Uganda’s Chief Marketing Officer, Sylvia ElSheikh, said the program backs practical, people-focused solutions. “The true value...

By David Mwanje Bank of Uganda Governor Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego has received an A– in the 2025 Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards, placing him among Africa’s top-rated central bankers and ahead of his East African counterparts. Appointed in February 2025 after four years as deputy governor, Atingi-Ego has kept policy focused on stability and growth. Uganda’s economy is projected to expand by 6.5% this year, with private-sector lending recovering...