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Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) President, Eng. Patrick Oboi Amuriat, presented the party’s stance on the Administration of Parliament (Amendment) Bill 2024 to the Committee on Legal and Parliamentary Affairs today. Amuriat emphasized that the principal Act requires no amendments, deeming Hon. Lumu’s proposals redundant and ineffective. “The current law is sufficient, and there’s no defect or mischief that warrants changes,” Amuriat stated. “We urge the committee to recommend dismissing the Bill to Parliament, avoiding further waste of time and taxpayers’ money.” Accompanying Amuriat were, Deputy President Ms. Margaret Wokuri Madanda, Vice Chairperson Hon. Robert Centenary, Deputy Secretary for Publicity…

Equity Bank Uganda has launched a dedicated customer support initiative for its UAE-based clients. According to Barbara Among, the bank’s spokesperson, a specialized team will be available throughout the month to provide on-ground assistance with various banking services. Services offered include Account opening, ATM card applications, and Other banking solutions like the newly launched digital saving box. “We’re excited to bring our services closer to our people in UAE. This initiative demonstrates our commitment to serving our diaspora customers’ financial needs,” Among said adding that Customers can stay updated on the team’s daily locations through Equity Bank Uganda’s social media…

The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has initiated a countrywide signature collection exercise, marking a crucial step towards official registration as a political party. The launch ceremony took place at the Katonga Road offices, where Lord Mayor of Kampala and FDC Party President, Erias Lukwago, emphasized the lawful nature of the exercise Lukwago expressed confidence that state agencies will not disrupt the process, as it aligns with the Electoral Commission’s requirements for party registration. He pointed out that the last FDC Delegates Conference resolved to register a new political party, making this exercise a key implementation step. PFF’s Identifying Symbols…

The U.S. Embassy in Uganda has officially refuted claims that Ambassador William Popp was asked to apologize by the Ugandan government, following a wave of allegations circulating on social media. In a statement posted on the embassy’s official account on X (formerly Twitter), officials clarified that “this narrative is completely false,” emphasizing that neither the embassy nor Ambassador Popp have received any formal request for an apology from Ugandan authorities. The embassy’s statement comes in response to a series of social media posts suggesting that Ambassador Popp had issued an apology regarding his recent conduct. These claims gained traction amid…

Stanbic Bank recently donated an assortment of items worth UGX 16 million to the Wakiso-based Gem Foundation, a non-profit organization providing a safe haven for abandoned, neglected, and abused children with special needs. The items included medical supplies and foodstuffs dedicated to enhance the welfare of vulnerable children in Uganda. For the last three years, the bank has designated October as the L.O.V.E Month, during which it celebrates their customers and engages in activities that give back to the community. The bank organizes customer forums, regional market days, and corporate social investment initiatives and also offers exciting rewards to selected…

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has today launched its Livelihoods Support Project, an initiative through which it will recruit workers in the informal sector that are outside the social security coverage in Uganda. During the launch in Otuke district on Friday, the NSSF Managing Director, Patrick Ayota said that once implemented across the country, the Livelihoods project will, in the long run contribute to the Fund’s strategic objective of enrolling at least 50% of Uganda’s working population by 2035. “The Fund recognises that we must onboard the informal sector into the social security net, particularly those involved in small-scale…

Engineer Patrick Oboi Amuriat, the leader of the opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party, has abandoned the 2026 presidential bid and announced his endorsement for MP Nathan Nandala Mafabi, the party secretary general, as the FDC flag bearer 2026. Amuriat made the announcement during a press conference held at Najjankumbi Kampala on Monday, September 30, 2024, where he expressed his confidence in Mafabi’s leadership capabilities and vision for the country. “After careful consideration and discussions with my supporters, I believe that Nandala Mafabi is the right candidate to lead our party and the nation towards a brighter future,” Amuriat…

Leaders from various Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) have commended Stanbic Bank for its commitment to empowering and skilling members of the SACCO community. The event held at Tuzza Hotel in Bushenyi brought together over 100 leaders from across the West Ankole Region, who gathered for a financial literacy training organized by Stanbic Bank under its Financial Fitness Academy arm. The SACCOs present were from districts of Rukungiri, Mitooma, Rubirizi, Sheema, Bushenyi and Buhweju. Turyamureeba Paul Kahigi, the Chairperson Board of Kyamuhunga People’s SACCO expressed his gratitude for the initiative, noting that the training has significantly impacted their ability…

In the face of the escalating Mpox outbreak, East African leaders are joining forces to combat the spread of the disease. The Interdisciplinary Consortium for Epidemic Research (ICER) through the Science, Technology, and Innovation Secretariat (STI) is hosting a critical symposium in Kampala, Uganda, bringing together top researchers, policymakers, and health experts from across the region. The World Health Organisation’s declaration of Mpox as a public health emergency of international concern has sounded the alarm, prompting swift action from regional leaders. Africa’s CDC’s designation of Mpox as a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security underscores the situation’s urgency. Uganda’s President…

The NRM National Treasurer, Amb.Barbara Nekesa has praised the party’s Chairman for Namutumba district Hajji Gusongoirye Siraj for his exceptional contribution to the development of the people of Busoga subregion. Hon. Nekesa commended the Chairman on Sunday as she graced his thanksgiving function Organised at Ivukula town Council headquarters in Namutumba district to thank God for enabling him to live an impactful life to the NRM, Busoga and the country at large. “Hajji Gusongoirye is one of our fighters in the NRM party. He is a committed cadre to the core ideological values that the party stands for,” Nekesa said. …