Stephen Kalema

Stephen Kalema is a reporter at watchdog Uganda, passionate at writing about politics, crimes, health issues, tourism and business. You can reach Stephen on Email skstephenacts759@gmail.com, Tel.+256706644951, twitter:@stephenkalema6, Facebook: Kalema Stephen.
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Naava Grey to Serenade Fans with Her Maiden Valentine’s Day Concert at Serena Hotel

Renowned vocalist and lyricist Naava Grey is set to deliver an unforgettable musical experience during her maiden concert, scheduled for…

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USAID Fund Freezing : Over 2,000 Health Workers Jobless, Sector Faces Critical Funding Gaps

The recent Executive Order by US President Donald John Trump in which he directed a 90-day pause on foreign programs…

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NRM’s 39-Year Leadership in Uganda: A Tale of Messiahs Who Turned Into Shadows of Their Former Selves

It was a day of reflection and celebration as the National Resistance Movement (NRM) marked its 39th anniversary in power…

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Bail Granted to 3 Government Officials Charged with Shs 1.5 Billion Fraud in Kaliro 

Three senior government officials implicated in causing financial losses totalling over Shs1.5 billion to the Government of Uganda have been…

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Works Ministry Criticised Over Mishandling of UNRA Workers’ Transition and Unpaid Benefits 

Members of Parliament on the Budget Committee have sharply criticized the Ministry of Works and Transport for its poor handling…

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The Fall of a Hero: Ssenyonyi Slams NRM over 39 Years of Broken Promises

During a charged parliamentary session on Wednesday, Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi delivered a scathing critique of the…

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Presidential Affairs Committee Advocates for Increased Funding for RDCs Amid Concerns Over Growing Numbers 

The Presidential Affairs Committee has called for additional funding to enhance the facilitation and infrastructure of Resident District Commissioners (RDCs)…

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Report: Global Fintech Funding Rebounds but Africa Struggles to Gain Momentum 

In 2024, the global fintech landscape showed signs of stabilization after years of decline, with total funding reaching $33.7 billion.…

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Uganda Airlines Set to Launch Direct Flights to London this April

Uganda Airlines is set to launch direct flights to London by April 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country’s…

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Uganda’s Economy Shows Strong Growth as Government Releases Q3 FY 2024/25 Expenditure

Uganda’s economy recorded a robust growth of 6.7 percent in the first quarter of FY 2024/25, surpassing the 5.6 percent…

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Uganda’s Aviation Industry Soars: UCAA Highlights Security Milestones, Passenger Growth, and Bold Infrastructure Plans

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has made significant strides in enhancing the aviation industry, with impressive achievements, robust growth,…

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Speaker Among Champions Public Healthcare Development

Speaker Anita Among has reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing public healthcare, aiming to enhance service delivery across Uganda.…

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High Court Quashes Uganda Law Society’s Bid to Join Attorney General in Council Expulsion Case

In a landmark ruling, the High Court of Uganda has dismissed an application by the Uganda Law Society (ULS) and…

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Mulago Hospital to Launch Liver Transplant services in April 

The Executive Director of Mulago National Referral Hospital, Dr. Rosemary Byanyima, has announced plans to introduce liver transplant services by…

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Auditor General Warns of Looming Pension Crisis and Mismanagement in Public Funds

Auditor General Edward Akol has sounded the alarm over Uganda's pension sector, warning that without urgent reforms, taxpayers could face…

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