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President Yoweri Museveni has issued a stern warning to government officials involved in corruption, declaring that the fight against graft has intensified and there will be no tolerance for such behaviour. Museveni emphasized that the battle against corruption is now fierce, and anyone caught engaging in corrupt activities will face severe consequences. He expressed his frustration, noting that his patience has worn thin and that going forward, any government official found guilty of corruption will face the full force of the law as a deterrent to others. “I have declared war on corruption; make sure you are not in my…
Government to Pay Umeme Buyout After Verification, Says Treasury Secretary The Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, has assured that the Government will settle the buyout amount for electricity distributor Umeme once the verification and valuation process is completed. Speaking at a post-budget dialogue organized by the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) at the Emin Pasha Hotel in Kampala, Ggoobi clarified that the 2024/25 fiscal year budget couldn’t include an undefined figure for the concession. Ggoobi explained that funds would be sourced after the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) and the Auditor General finalize their process. “We couldn’t allocate an unknown…
Uganda’s renowned musical trio Blue 3 Singers, in partnership with Stanbic Bank, Reach a Hand and Talent Africa Group have made a significant contribution towards the well-being of teenage mothers in the slums of Kansanga-Kitalanga zone. The donation of maternal health assortments worth Uganda Shillings six millions, comes just a day to the group’s highly-anticipated reunion concert, dubbed the Legends of Sound Concert, at Sheraton Gardens in the heart of Kampala city. According to Diana Ondoga, the Stanbic Bank Head of Cooperate Social Investment, the initiative aims to provide essential support to vulnerable teenage mothers in different under privileged communities.…
The conflict between Evelyn Anite, State Minister for Investment and Privatization, and Robert Mukiza, Director General of the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA), has intensified following a heated meeting at State House Entebbe on Wednesday. Meeting Called by President Museveni President Yoweri Museveni convened the meeting after reports surfaced about a Sh545m honorarium awarded to certain UIA staff members. During the meeting, Anite reportedly lost her temper when Mukiza accused her of corruption. Breakdown of Honorarium Payments Of the Sh545m, Mukiza allegedly received Sh82m. Other recipients included Dr. Paul Kyalimba (Sh58m), Patience Kyabaje (Sh43m), John Bwambale (Sh43m), Amina Nassaka (Sh17m), Susanne…
He always said, “Justice delayed is justice denied.” This sentiment rings especially true in the case of one of Uganda’s first Muslim doctors, Muhammed Buwule Kasasa, who passed away before seeing the resolution of his lengthy land dispute with Mengo. Muhammed Buwule Kasasa, a pioneering figure in Uganda’s medical community, had a longstanding legal battle over 640 acres of land in the suburb of Mutungo. He had won his case against the estate of Sir Edward Mutesa II, the former King of Buganda. However, the protracted litigation, initiated 21 years ago, was still unresolved at the time of his death.…
Several students from Ndejje Senior Secondary School in Luwero district have been hospitalized after consuming contaminated food. Over 17 students are currently receiving treatment at Mengo, Nakasero, and Rubaga hospitals, according to a source. School’s Response In a statement issued yesterday, the headteacher, David B. Ssenkungu, expressed deep concern over the incident. He assured parents and guardians that the school is taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of all students. “You may have heard that on Saturday, after the sports day event, one of our students shared contaminated food brought in by his parent with his…
State Minister in charge of Mineral Development and National Female Youth Member of Parliament Phiona Nyamutooro has survived assassination, The Insider reports. The minister survived being shot at by Private Security Guards of the National Cement Company that is carrying out Illegal Mining in Kisoro District. The police swung into action and controlled the situation by apprehending the security guards. National Cement Company Uganda Ltd is a member of the Devki Group Of Companies, formed in 2018 to construct and operate a Portland Cement Plant. They are the manufacturers of Simba Cement.
Dr. Byarugaba Baterana Bonaventura, the former Executive Director of Mulago National Referral Hospital, has been arraigned before the Anti-Corruption Court and remanded on charges related to the alleged irregular payment of billions of Shillings. Dr. Baterana, along with several former hospital employees and directors of private companies Setramaco International Limited and Convention World Limited, face serious accusations of corruption. Accused Parties The accused parties include: – Dr. Byarugaba Baterana Bonaventura: Former Executive Director of Mulago National Referral Hospital. – Eng. Edward Kataha: Former Senior Hospital Engineer and Head of the Engineering Department at Mulago National Referral Hospital. – Kenneth Wafula:…
As Chair of the AU Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) for the month of June 2024, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Odongo Jeje Abubakhar chaired a virtual Ministerial Meeting of the AUPSC on Refugees, IDPs and Humanitarian Assistance in Africa on June 19th 2024. The objective of the virtual meeting was to discuss and exchange views on the humanitarian situation on the Continent, the efforts being deployed to curb the problem; challenges being encountered as well as effective ways and means of addressing the growing situation on the continent. In his statement to the Members, Hon. Odongo said that according to the…
The Minister for Migration and Asylum Policy of Sweden, Ms. Maria Malmer Stenergardmet with Minister of State for Foreign Affairs/ International Affairs Hon. Oryem Henry Okello at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The meeting provided an opportunity for both Ministers to engage in constructive dialogue regarding the humanitarian challenges faced by refugees in Uganda. The discussions focused on aligning policies, sharing best practices, and promoting cooperation for both countries. During the meeting, the Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to upholding international obligations, protecting the rights of refugees and providing them with a safe and dignified resettlement experience. The two also emphasized…