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Palm Beach, Florida – Republican Donald Trump claimed victory in the 2024 presidential contest after Fox News projected his win over Democrat Kamala Harris. This victory would mark a historic comeback for Trump, who left the White House four years prior. “America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate,” Trump declared early Wednesday at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. He was joined by his vice-presidential running mate, Senator JD Vance, as well as Republican leaders and his family members. Elon Musk’s Role in the Campaign Trump took time to praise Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, who invested…
The latest Stanbic Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data reveals a sustained expansion in Uganda’s private sector for the seventh consecutive month, as business activity and new orders continue to rise. The headline PMI for October recorded a value of 52.9, slightly down from September’s 54.2, yet still indicating positive growth in business conditions. According to the data collected between October 10 and 29, 2024, the improvement in the Ugandan private sector is largely attributed to increased demand, prompting firms to ramp up their output and hire additional staff. This growth is supported by greater spending on advertising and enhancements in…
After a 12-year hiatus, musician Coco Finger and his former manager Emma Carlos Mulondo have officially revived their professional partnership. The reunion promises to bring fresh dancehall music and unrivaled vibes to fans. Emma Carlos confirmed the reunion at the recent UNCC Arts and Culture Festival, revealing that Coco Finger has been working on new music. “Yes, we’re back together, and Coco has been busy cooking up new music. Expect fresh vibes and releases starting around the end of November,” Carlos stated. The duo’s previous collaboration yielded hits like “Emikono Wagulu,” “My Miss,” “Party Animal,” and “Don’t Break My Heart,”…
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The government of Uganda has instructed landlords nationwide to begin registering bibanja holders (tenants) on their land. This directive aims to reduce conflicts between landlords and tenants by establishing clear records and identifying all land occupants. Lands Minister Judith Nabakooba emphasized that landlords should maintain a registry of tenants, which will prevent encroachment issues and improve tenant-landlord relations. Nabakooba also highlighted that landlords refusing to accept busuulu (nominal ground rent) often trigger disputes. Supporting Tenants’ Rights through the Land Fund Minister Nabakooba reassured the public that the government, led by the National Resistance Movement (NRM), is committed to aiding tenants…
The 2024 Stanbic Entebbe Golf Open teed off on Wednesday at the par-71 course which lies close to the shores of Lake Victoria. Just over 200 men and women from both within and outside Uganda, featuring professionals and amateurs, are competing in various categories. Last year, Stanbic Bank announced a three-year sponsorship package worth UGX 100 million to revive the prestigious event, which was not played for two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic. During a news conference early this week, Arthur Kiwanuka, the Head of Personal and Private Banking at Stanbic Bank said,” We are really excited about this…
The Acting Director of the Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, Dr Oscar Kaliisa, has raised concerns about the high rate of outpatients seeking medical attention which affects service delivery due to their limited resources. Dr Kaliisa was speaking over the weekend while receiving a donation of five wheelchairs and a 10,000-litre water tank from Stanbic Bank Uganda. The bank also donated two 10,000-litre tanks and other scholastic items to Rusekere Secondary School. In total, both donations amounted to about UGX25m. “Almost 40% of the people attending the Out Patients Department (OPD) are casualties from motor accidents. Most people use boda-bodas…
The Buganda Kingdom has called for increased support for Uganda’s coffee industry, advocating for sustainable investments in local farmers and raising concerns over government policies that may negatively impact the coffee sector, which supports millions of Ugandans. In a recent statement, Charles Peter Mayiga, the Katikkiro (Prime Minister) of Buganda, urged the government to bolster the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), a critical agency that aids local farmers in maximizing both coffee quality and production yields. The Emmwanyi Terimba Initiative, established by the Buganda Kingdom in 2016, emerged from the region’s dedication to reducing poverty following the 2013–2016 Ettoffaali Drive.…
An 8-year-old girl is fighting for her life at Kayunga Regional Referral Hospital after she was allegedly defiled by a Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier who is one of Sabanyala’s security guards. Kayunga Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Ms Mariam Seguya, who is the head of the district’s security committee was overwhelmed with emotions and broke down as she visited the primary two pupils in hospital. Doctors say she’s still in a lot of pain two days after she was admitted to the health facility. Ms Seguya had been accompanied by the assistant RDC, Mr Khalid Bikongolo, to the hospital…
Uganda’s Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja underscored the potential for strong economic collaboration between Uganda and the UAE at the 3rd Uganda-UAE Business Forum. Held at the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy in Abu Dhabi, the forum attracted leaders from government, academia, and business sectors from both regions. Nabbanja’s keynote address emphasized Uganda’s opportunities across youth-driven innovation, natural resources, and sustainable development. “Africa, with its young, dynamic population, offers vast potential for innovation and entrepreneurship,” Nabbanja stated, highlighting how Uganda’s resource-rich landscape—including minerals, renewable energy, and arable land—aligns with UAE’s investment interests. Since establishing its embassy in Abu Dhabi in…