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Uganda scooped the Most Promising New Destination Award at the just concluded Out Bound Travel Market (OTM) Bombay. The Award was presented to the Ugandan High Commissioner to India, H.E Joyce Kakuramatsi Kikafunda on behalf of Delegation Uganda by Mr. Sanjav Agarwal, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Fair fest Media Ltd, and Chief Organisers. The leading Indo – Asia...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has re-emphasized the need for Africa to achieve self-sufficiency in food production rather than relying on imports. “You shouldn't import any food. You can grow and then also process, because we have a lot of raw materials,” H.E. Museveni said, while emphasizing the need to add value to other non-food agricultural products and earn more. “If I...

The burial program for the late Brig. Gen. Charles Oluka will begin on Monday, 3rd February 2025. His body will be picked from Mulago General Referral Hospital by the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and taken to Kabulamuliro Church along Kampala-Entebbe Road for a prayer service. After the service, his body will be transported to his home in Kitovu,...

The Ministry of Health is actively managing the current health situation and has taken swift measures to contain its spread. As part of its response, the ministry has begun engaging stakeholders, starting with the tourism industry, to ensure coordinated efforts in safeguarding public health. According to Ministry of Health spokesperson Emma Ainebyona, the government remains fully in control of the...

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has been recognized for its remarkable Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC), solidifying its reputation as a "pro-people’s army." Miss Nakyanzi Sarah, the Assistant Resident District Commissioner of Masaka, applauded the UPDF for its strong partnership with local communities. Speaking on behalf of the district, she expressed appreciation for various CIMIC initiatives in Namirembe, Ddimo, and Malembe landing...

A team from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), comprising four Quran reciters and an official, is currently in the Holy City of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, to take part in the 10th International Quran Competition for military personnel. Uganda’s representatives will compete in the 10, 5, and 3 Juz categories, along with the Tilawa (Best Voice) segment of Quran recitation. The...

The Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, highlighted the significance of ideological training in shaping regional and national leaders at various levels. She delivered these remarks today while addressing youth and women leaders from Greater Masaka, who are participating in an ideological empowerment retreat at Sacred Hearts Primary School, Kyamusansala, in Kalungu District. Rt. Hon. Nabbanja encouraged the leaders to cultivate...

The NRM Secretary General, Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong, urged leaders to continuously seek wisdom and guidance in their leadership roles to ensure effective representation and efficient service delivery. While addressing Gulu City leaders at O3 Lounge, Todwong encouraged them to prioritize personal development and align their efforts with the four factors of production to foster progress in their communities. “As a...

In a decisive move to combat corruption within the ranks of local officials, His Excellency the President, Gen. (rtd). Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has directed the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to revoke police bonds granted to officials implicated in corrupt practices related to the Parish Development Model (PDM) beneficiaries in the Lango sub-region.  In a statement released today on his...

The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema yesterday met and held fruitful discussions with the Makerere University Students’ Guild leadership. During the meeting held at SHIPU offices in Kampala, Col. Nakalema acknowledged the role of the students’ Guild, saying that at the unit they are delighted to see young leaders seeking to play a...