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Buganda Kingdom Opens Kabaka Muteesa II Hospital, Boosting Rural Healthcare

August 7, 2025August 18, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

The Buganda Kingdom has launched its first fully constructed medical facility, Kabaka Muteesa II Hospital, in Busimbi, Mityana District, marking a significant milestone in improving rural healthcare access. The hospital began administering medication on August 6, 2025, addressing critical health needs in a region long underserved by quality medical services. The state-of-the-art facility features specialized […]

Museveni Announces Plan to Acquire Mayuge Sugar Factory for Busoga Sugarcane Farmers

August 6, 2025August 12, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has announced that the government will purchase the Mayuge Sugar Factory for Busoga sugarcane farmers, fulfilling a longstanding pledge to establish a sugarcane processing plant in the region. The President made the announcement while meeting sugarcane growers, millers, and manufacturers from across Uganda at Kityerera State Lodge in Mayuge District. Farmers […]

Kampala City Festival 2025: A Triumphant Return After Eight Years

August 6, 2025August 18, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

The streets of Kampala erupted with excitement today as the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) officially launched the Kampala City Festival 2025, marking the return of East Africa’s most iconic street carnival after an eight-year hiatus. Unveiled at a vibrant ceremony held at City Hall, the festival’s eighth edition is scheduled for October 5, 2025, […]

Government breaks ground for new EC headquarters in Wakiso

July 30, 2025August 15, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

The government has officially broken ground on the Electoral Commission’s (EC) new permanent headquarters in Lubowa–Lweza, Wakiso District, a purpose-built complex intended to centralize election operations ahead of the 2025–2026 electoral cycle. Officiating at the ceremony on behalf of President Yoweri Museveni, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja described the project as a long-term investment in Uganda’s […]

Uganda Boosts Immunization with 500 Solar-Powered Vaccine Refrigerators

July 29, 2025August 18, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

The Ministry of Health Uganda unveiled a game-changing initiative on its X account, announcing the deployment of 500 solar-powered vaccine refrigerators to strengthen immunization services nationwide. Launched on July 29, 2025, this effort targets remote and off-grid health facilities, ensuring vaccine storage reliability in regions like Karamoja and West Nile. Funded by a $3 million […]

EC Sets August Dates for Election of Non-Unionised Workers’ Delegates Ahead of 2026 Polls

July 23, 2025August 18, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced a nationwide programme for the election of delegates representing non-unionised workers, setting August 2025 as a key stage in the electoral roadmap for the 2025/2026 General Elections. In a statement issued on July 18, EC Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama said the exercise will be conducted at sub-county, district, and […]

Electoral Commission Unveils 2025/2026 General Elections Roadmap

July 23, 2025August 15, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

The Uganda Electoral Commission (EC) has released a comprehensive roadmap detailing key activities for the 2025/2026 General Elections, urging all stakeholders to take note of the timelines and actively participate. The announcement was made via a press release signed by Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission. The roadmap outlines a series of […]

Uganda Faces Shs604 Billion Health Funding Gap After U.S. Aid Cuts

July 20, 2025August 18, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

Uganda’s health sector is confronting a Shs604 billion ($158 million) shortfall following sharp reductions in U.S. foreign aid, putting critical programs for HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, and nutrition at risk. The cuts, announced in early 2025, have triggered urgent appeals for increased domestic financing to sustain essential services. The funding gap threatens salaries for healthcare workers […]

Uganda’s Culinary Renaissance: Farm-to-Table Dining Takes Off in 2025

July 15, 2025August 18, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

Uganda’s food scene is undergoing a delicious transformation in 2025, with farm-to-table dining emerging as a lifestyle staple in urban centers like Entebbe and Kampala. Fueled by a growing demand for sustainable, locally sourced cuisine, restaurants like The Garden Bistro and FarmFresh Kitchen are redefining dining with menus rooted in Uganda’s rich agricultural heritage. The […]

Electoral Commission Kicks Off Sub-County Special Interest Groups Elections Nationwide

July 14, 2025August 15, 2025AdminLeave a Comment

The Electoral Commission (EC) has launched elections for Special Interest Groups (SIGs) at the sub-county level across Uganda, starting with polls for older persons aged 60 and above. EC spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi confirmed that the week-long exercise will cover all sub-counties, divisions, and town councils. Elections for persons with disabilities are scheduled for Wednesday, July […]

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