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Ugandan opposition leader, musician, and activist Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, marked his 43rd birthday with a heartfelt visit to Nkozi Hospital, the place where he was born in 1982. Taking to social media, Bobi Wine shared that he was born during the National Resistance Army (NRA) war to his parents, Margaret Nalunkuuma and J.W. Sentamu. To celebrate this milestone, he chose to give back by spending time with new mothers and babies born on the same day at the same hospital. “Today I decided to visit the hospital where I was born, to share some love…
The Ministry of Education has released the results for last year’s Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations, with an impressive 98.05% of students passing and qualifying for the next academic level. According to the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB), 350,146 out of 359,417 candidates met the requirements to proceed, marking a strong academic performance across the country. The results, announced by the First Lady and Minister for Education and Sports, Mrs. Janet Museveni, at State House-Nakasero, also revealed that female candidates outperformed their male counterparts in several subjects. UNEB Executive Director Dan Nokrach Odongo highlighted that girls achieved higher scores…
In the dynamic landscape of Uganda’s financial sector, the recent appointments of Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego as Governor and Dr. Augustus Nuwagaba as Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda mark a significant milestone. Both individuals bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their roles, promising to steer the country’s central banking system toward greater stability and growth. Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego: A Journey Through Economics Born in 1965 in Uganda, Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego’s early life was characterized by a profound dedication to education. He attended local primary and secondary schools before enrolling at Makerere University, where he earned a Bachelor’s…
Parliament’s Appointments Committee conducted a thorough vetting of Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego, the newly appointed Governor of the Bank of Uganda (BOU), and his deputy, Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba, in a closed-door session yesterday. The vetting session, chaired by Speaker Anita Among, was attended by Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, Leader of Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi, and other MPs. The committee scrutinized the nominees’ qualifications, experience, and strategies for addressing key financial issues facing the country. Dressed in a grey suit and light grey shirt, Atingi-Ego arrived at Parliament around 9:00 AM and was briefly ushered into the Speaker’s waiting room before facing the…
Tembo Steel Limited is leading a groundbreaking industrial revolution in Busoga with the commissioning of its state-of-the-art multi-billion steel plant, poised to generate over 300 direct job opportunities for local residents. This transformative project marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s industrialization drive, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to self-sufficiency and economic empowerment. Sanjay Awasthi, the visionary leader behind Tembo Steel, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to job creation and economic prosperity. Speaking at the commissioning event, he emphasized the company’s mission to provide stable employment for both skilled and semi-skilled workers. “This plant is more than just a factory; it is an…
The Ministry of Finance has swiftly moved to restructure its leadership following the indictment of nine senior officials on corruption-related charges. In a significant appointment, Godfrey Ssemugooma, the Director of Financial Management Services, has been named Acting Accountant General, taking over from embattled Lawrence Semakula, who was among those charged last week at the Anti-Corruption Court. The charges stem from allegations that the accused officials manipulated payment systems, causing a UGX 60 billion loss to the government through fraudulent transactions. The scandal has rocked the ministry, prompting urgent administrative changes to maintain operational stability and public trust. Leadership Changes in…
Isaac Ddumba, a former employee of New Vision, tragically lost his life in a fatal road accident early this morning along the Entebbe-Kampala Road. The incident occurred at Kyelima Hard Warehouse turning point Bata Bata at around 6:00 AM when a Toyota Prado TX (CGO 9207AF 19) lost control and veered off the road, hitting Ddumba, who was standing by the roadside. According to preliminary police reports, the impact dragged Ddumba into a nearby drainage channel filled with water, where he succumbed to his injuries. Authorities transported his body to Mulago City Mortuary, while the vehicle was impounded at Namasuba…
Makerere University’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, has come under public scrutiny after sharing his academic credentials online in response to growing skepticism about his qualifications. However, instead of putting the matter to rest, the disclosure has sparked a fresh debate over his academic performance, with many questioning whether his grades were befitting of his esteemed position. The documents, which include his East African Certificate of Education (EACE) from 1973 and his East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE) from 1975, show that Prof. Nawangwe obtained modest results. His performance in key subjects such as Mathematics and Physics—both crucial for…
The recent revelation that Shs60 billion was paid to unknown individuals has sent shockwaves through Uganda’s financial sector, leading to the arrest of nine Ministry of Finance officials. While investigations are ongoing, emerging details suggest deep-rooted systemic flaws between the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Uganda, raising concerns about accountability and oversight in the country’s financial management systems. The Role of the Management Information System At the heart of the scandal is the Management Information System (MIS), which falls directly under the Accountant General. The system, designed to streamline financial transactions and ensure transparency, appears to have been…