Uganda’s education budget is growing: the share going to education is not
Uganda’s total budget grew faster than its education share, and Uganda has been spending around 2.3% of GDP on education on average since 2018/19.
Gov’t chief whip Dr Aceng vows to lead with integrity, prayer
Dr Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero succeeded Denis Hamson Obua, the former Ajuri county MP, as the government chief whip.
Hoima RCC challenges local leaders on data accuracy as URSB launches NIR
“The Non-Individual Register is a significant step forward in streamlining how entities are identified, regulated, and supported in Uganda through a unified system that enhances coordination, improves compliance, and simplifies access to services,” URSB’s Kwesiga explained.
Thou shall not drive to drink and eat well: More taxes on fuel, alcohol and cooking oil
We should embrace the new taxes “with pleasure,” as the DFCU bank slogan says.
Lango must wake up as the 2026/27 budget opens new economic frontiers for Uganda
If Lango aligns itself with the priorities reflected in this budget, the sub-region has the potential to become one of Uganda’s most dynamic centres of agricultural commercialisation, and industrial growth.
Alarm as women and youth make up most new HIV cases in Adjumani
Apio Ruth Sharon Baru expressed concern that many people no longer fear HIV infection as they did in the past, making prevention efforts more challenging.
Uganda’s ambitious 2026/27 budget bets on oil, jobs and industrial growth
The financial year 2026/27 budget projects optimism built around oil production, industrial growth and increased domestic investment.
Lango: Akwon sub-county commemorates World Environment Day with tree planting
Addressing the gathering, Patrick Otile, the District Community Development Officer, made a heartfelt appeal to men in the community.
Extortion for NIRA services increase distress in Kikuube district
The NIRA top management has been urged to tame their grassroots officers because the actions might affect the NRM votes ahead of the June 18 LC5 by-election.
Shelter Afrique Development Bank reports 20% growth in profitability
The bank’s performance in 2025 reflects the successful execution of our transformation agenda and the strength of our governance, strategy, and partnerships.
Uganda eyes historic economic milestones in financial year 2026/27 budget
Uganda says that the FY 2026/27 budget is structured to shift Uganda from incremental growth to productivity-driven transformation.
How Sanjay became the first Ugandan of Indian descent to be appointed a full cabinet minister in the NRM govt
This appointment, which has received countrywide acclaim, places Tanna in the books of History.