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MIKE SSEGAWA: Karamoja Airport Is More Than Infrastructure—It Is the Beginning of a New Economic Revolution
Three years ago, at the height of the Karamoja iron sheets controversy, I argued that the greatest gift Uganda could give Karamoja was not relief food or endless donations, but…
Mukono LC5 Chair Lukooya Warns Against Sending Learners Home Over Fees, Demands Accountability from Headteachers
By Watchdog Uganda Reporter Mukono: Mukono District Chairperson Francis Lukooya Mukoome has challenged government secondary school headteachers to strengthen accountability, improve school management, safeguard learners, and uphold professionalism as the…
Districts Embrace Kumumanya’s Transparency Agenda as Local Governments Advertise Jobs Publicly
PS Kumumanya argues Uganda's District, City's Authorities to embrace Transparency Agenda as…
President Museveni demands accountability from both NRM and opposition as Uganda unveils Shs84.4 trillion budget
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on both ruling National Resistance Movement…
EDRINE BENESA: 2026/27 Budget And How Government Plans to Send More Ugandans Into The Money Economy
The 2026/27 national budget is built around one central mission: moving millions…
ANDREW BABA: The 2026/27 Budget Explained In Plain Language, How it Will Impact Your Pocket
The national budget for the financial year 2026/27 is built…
UPRS Distributes UGX 216 Million in 2025 Royalties, Pledges Greater Transparency and Higher Future Payouts
By Watchdog Uganda Correspondent June 10, 2026 The Uganda Performing Rights Society…
UPRS to Launch 2025 Royalties Distribution for Musicians and Sound Recording Owners
KAMPALA, Uganda – The Uganda Performing Right Society (UPRS) is set to…
Frank Gashumba Claims Victoria University Paid Dr. Lawrence Muganga More Than a Government Minister
Kampala, Uganda – Political commentator Frank Gashumba has claimed that former minister-designate…
BUSINGE CONAN DANIEL: One Line, Many Meanings: Why I Support @kasujja’s Bold Move in Government Communication
Over the last few weeks, Uganda’s new style of one-line press releases…
MIKE SSEGAWA: Karamoja Airport Is More Than Infrastructure—It Is the Beginning of a New Economic Revolution
Three years ago, at the height of the Karamoja iron sheets controversy, I argued that the greatest gift Uganda could give Karamoja was not relief food or endless donations, but…
Why Effective Trade Management Is Critical to Uganda’s Economic Transformation
KAMPALA, UGANDA. Trade order is one of the most important rules for…
Mukono LC5 Chair Lukooya Warns Against Sending Learners Home Over Fees, Demands Accountability from Headteachers
By Watchdog Uganda Reporter Mukono: Mukono District Chairperson Francis Lukooya Mukoome has challenged government secondary school headteachers to strengthen accountability, improve school management, safeguard learners, and uphold professionalism as the…
From trending mystery to a new social reflex: The story behind the “Ahhh” movement
Kampala, May 13th, 2026 - Today, Castle Lite officially ignites the Ahhh…
BUSINGE CONAN DANIEL: One Line, Many Meanings: Why I Support @kasujja’s Bold Move in Government Communication
Over the last few weeks, Uganda’s new style of one-line press releases…
Dr. Muganga Weeps at Mother’s Grave in Emotional Bid to Prove Ugandan Roots After Ministerial Rejection
KAMPALA, Uganda – An emotional scene unfolded this week when Dr. Lawrence…
RDC Jobs Not for Sale, Salary Increment Put on Hold, Presidency Declares
Hajj Yunus Kakande has Warned the Public Against RDC Job Scams, Rules…
All Four ‘Alien’ Ministers-Designate Miss Monday Swearing-In Amid Citizenship Clearance Delays
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Trade Minister Sanjay Tanna, Other Cabinet Ministers Sworn In as Ex-Officio Members of Parliament
KAMPALA, Uganda – The Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives, Hon. Sanjay Tanna, together with other ministers appointed…
Adonia Ayebare’s U.S. Citizenship: A Test of Loyalty, Public Trust and Accountability
Few public offices demand greater loyalty to the Republic of Uganda than…
Babalanda Promises Better Government Service Delivery as She Begins Second Term
By Watchdog Uganda Reporter ENTEBBE, Uganda – June 8, 2026: Mrs Milly…
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MIKE SSEGAWA: Karamoja Airport Is More Than Infrastructure—It Is the Beginning of a New Economic Revolution
Three years ago, at the height of the Karamoja iron…
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Jajja Kasozi Batuuka Calls for Respect of the Dead Amid Paul Kafeero DNA Testing Debate
Kampala – Ugandan cultural artist and traditional healer Jajja Kasozi Batuuka has called for respect for the dead amid growing…
UPRS Distributes UGX 216 Million in 2025 Royalties, Pledges Greater Transparency and Higher Future Payouts
By Watchdog Uganda Correspondent June 10, 2026 The Uganda Performing Rights Society (UPRS) has announced the distribution of UGX 216…
Why Bell’s 75 Is Becoming a Cultural Moment
There was a time when brand anniversaries followed a predictable formula. A logo refresh. A formal dinner. Speeches about legacy.…
Isaiah Katumwa’s New Days Lands on Billboard, Marking Major Milestone for Ugandan Jazz
Uganda’s celebrated saxophonist Isaiah Katumwa has officially entered the global jazz elite after his latest single, New Days, broke into…
DJ Etania Mutoni shuts down Lugogo with sold-out ‘Becoming Life of the Party’ concert
KAMPALA — Kampala’s party scene hit a new high Saturday night as Etania Mutoni—better known as Life of the Party—pulled…
Mukono LC5 Chair Lukooya Warns Against Sending Learners Home Over Fees, Demands Accountability from Headteachers
By Watchdog Uganda Reporter Mukono: Mukono District Chairperson Francis Lukooya Mukoome has…
How Ebola Slipped Across the Border: Inside Uganda’s Imported Outbreak from DR Congo
By Watchdog Uganda Correspondent June 11, 2026 In the bustling corridors of…
Trade Minister Sanjay Tanna, Other Cabinet Ministers Sworn In as Ex-Officio Members of Parliament
KAMPALA, Uganda – The Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives,…
UPRS to Launch 2025 Royalties Distribution for Musicians and Sound Recording Owners
KAMPALA, Uganda – The Uganda Performing Right Society (UPRS) is set to…