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The Ugandan government has recently come under fire for approving a substantial investment of Sh5.5 billion of taxpayer funds into Great Lakes Coffee (GLC), a foreign-owned company facing severe financial struggles. The decision has triggered public concerns about financial accountability and transparency, especially given GLC’s financial instability and the allegations of public fund misappropriation associated with this case. GLC’s Financial Crisis: Mounting Debts and Receivership Great Lakes Coffee (GLC), a company primarily owned by Cypriot nationals, has accumulated debts totalling over Sh69.26 billion. Documents reveal that the company owes creditors Sh12.68 billion and $15.38 million (equivalent to Sh56.57 billion) and…

The death toll from a devastating fuel tanker explosion in Kigogwa, along the Kampala-Gulu road in Uganda’s Wakiso District, has risen to 24. The Uganda Police Force confirmed the tragic increase, marking one of the deadliest accidents in the region this year. Initial Incident and Rising Death Toll The explosion occurred on Tuesday in Kigogwa, Wakiso District, where a fuel tanker caught fire and led to a massive blaze. In the days following, the Uganda Police Force worked tirelessly to assess the death toll and recover victims. As of the latest reports on Sunday, authorities confirmed that 24 individuals had…

Opposition Leader Hon. Joel Ssenyonyi has raised serious concerns over the government’s Shs723.4 billion investment in Dei BioPharma Ltd, a private pharmaceutical firm in Matugga, Wakiso District. In his report, following an oversight visit to the company, Ssenyonyi called for increased accountability and transparency concerning the use of public funds in the project. The funds, provided in multiple instalments, included Shs578.4 billion allocated through a supplementary budget earlier this year. During the visit, Ssenyonyi noted critical gaps in documentation, specifically the lack of a formal valuation by the Chief Government Valuer, which should have established the company’s worth before committing…

Crested Cranes Head Coach Sheryl Botes has named a squad of 20-players that will travel to Democratic Republic of Congo for the two International friendlies. Uganda will take on DR Congo on 27th and 30th October 2024 with both games to be played in Kinshasa. The team will depart Uganda on Friday morning at (5am) with FUFA Executive Committee Member Agnes Mugena serving as the Leader of Delegation. The team has been undergoing rigorous training in Kampala and will use the two friendlies as part of preparations for the next engagements. Travelling Squad Goalkeepers Daisy Nakaziro (Kampala Queens FC), Ruth…

More than 6.5 million children have been vaccinated in a synchronized polio campaign between Kenya and Uganda, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Wednesday. The UN health agency said the cross-border polio campaign began with a coordinated launch in Bungoma District of western Kenya and Mbale District of eastern Uganda, running between Oct. 3 and 6. Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) Coordinator in Kenya Charles Korir said in a statement that the current polio outbreak in East Africa is fueled by heavy movement of high-risk populations between countries. “The decision by the governments of Kenya and Uganda to conduct…

The Committee on Public Accounts (Local Government) has questioned the motive behind excess release of budgets to districts saying that this has contributed to low absorption of funds. This was contained in the committee’s report on the report of the Auditor General for the Financial Year 2022/2023 on 37 district local governments, three cities, six divisions and 10 municipal councils. The report was presented by Committee Chairperson, Hon. Gilbert Olanya on Wednesday, 23 October 2024. “Investigations should be carried out to find out why the Ministry of Finance releases over and above what was requested,” Olanya said. He cited Butambala…

Equity Bank’s Managing Director Anthony Kituuka is making a special trip to Dubai to personally connect with customers and showcase the bank’s commitment to serving its global members. The visit follows weeks of dedicated service by Equity staff in Dubai. Kituuka will join the team to continue strengthening the bank’s relationship with its customers abroad. “We have heard your call,” said Kituuka, speaking ahead of his departure on Thursday. “Equity is not just about banking, it is about understanding and supporting our customers wherever they are. I am joining the team that has already been on the ground, working closely with…

According to a statement issued yesterday, Roko Construction Ltd. is nearing the completion of works on the Ministry of Finance building and will soon hand it over to the client. The company also addressed the delays affecting other ongoing projects, particularly the parliamentary chambers. In response to recent reports, Roko provided clarification: “Roko has substantially completed the Ministry of Finance office building, which is almost ready for handover, contrary to reports that suggested otherwise,” the statement read. Full Statement: Clarification on Misrepresentations by NBS Television Regarding Roko Construction Ltd – 21st October 2024 Roko Construction Ltd would like to address…

Several former high-ranking officials from the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) have been detained following their interrogation by the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) in connection with the recent Kiteezi landfill disaster. The arrests come after the officials were dismissed from their positions earlier this month, a move that has since drawn public attention and raised questions about accountability within the city administration. The detained officials include former KCCA Executive Director Dorothy Kisaka, former Deputy Executive Director David Luyimbazi, and former Director of Public Health and Environment Dr. Daniel Okello. These individuals were summoned for questioning as part of an ongoing…

The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) held its Baraza to reflect on the remarkable achievements over the past decade and discuss its strategic vision for the future. Eng. Amayo Johnson, Deputy Managing Director for Technical Services, presented a comprehensive overview of NWSC’s performance and upcoming plans, reaffirming the Corporation’s dedication to providing clean water and sanitation services across Uganda. Major Growth and Expansion Since 2013, NWSC has expanded its services to 276 urban centers, increasing the total number of water connections to 951,000. Serving over 18 million Ugandans, the Corporation has successfully grown its pipe network to 23,440 kilometers.…