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Uganda Airlines’ inaugural direct flight to London Gatwick, launched in early 2025, has sparked a tourism boom, making Uganda more accessible to European travelers. Spearheaded by Minister of Works and Transport Gen Katumba Wamala, the route reduces travel time and costs, attracting tourists and investors to Kampala’s vibrant tourism sector. The new flight aligns with […]
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Electoral Commission (EC) chairperson, Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi, has defended the Commission’s capacity to deliver a credible election, urging critics to provide concrete evidence of bias instead of making sweeping accusations. Speaking at a national workshop on Special Interest Groups (SIGs) elections in Kampala on Wednesday, Byabakama dismissed long-standing claims—mostly from opposition parties—that the EC […]
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Uganda has made a landmark commitment to its health sector, nearly doubling funding to Shs5.87 trillion ($1.5 billion) in the 2025/26 financial year, up from Shs2.95 trillion in the previous cycle. Finance Minister Matia Kasaija announced the allocation during the national budget reading, noting that health will take 8.1% of the Shs72.37 trillion national budget. […]
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The Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2025, held from May 21-24 at the Speke Resort and Convention Centre in Munyonyo, Kampala, has solidified Uganda’s position as a leading tourism destination in East Africa. Under the theme “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation,” the ninth edition of POATE attracted over 450 exhibitors from 50 countries, including national […]
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In a strategic move to enhance electoral service delivery in Uganda’s West Nile sub-region, the Electoral Commission (EC) has inaugurated its new regional offices and a secure storage facility in Arua City. The facility is set to serve 12 districts in addition to Arua City, decentralising election management and improving access to voter services. Electoral […]
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The Ministry of Health Uganda announced the end of the country’s latest Ebola outbreak on April 26, 2025, just three months after its onset, marking a triumph of rapid response and global collaboration. Shared via the Ministry’s official X account, the milestone was celebrated as “good news” after 42 days passed without new infections, following […]
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The SophiA project, a groundbreaking initiative by Uganda’s Ministry of Health, has upgraded Buvuma Health Centre IV, serving 120,000 residents across 52 islands, with sustainable off-grid solutions. Launched in early 2025, the project introduces solar-powered medical equipment, water purification systems, and digital record-keeping, addressing the facility’s isolation from the national grid. Buvuma, previously reliant on […]
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The Ministry of Health Uganda, via its X account, announced a robust response to the ongoing Mpox outbreak, launching a targeted vaccination campaign on February 1, 2025, to curb the virus’s spread. With 1,712 confirmed cases and 10 deaths reported since July 2024, the Ministry is prioritizing high-risk groups, including healthcare workers, sex workers, and […]
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The Electoral Commission (EC) chairperson, Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi, has called on eligible Ugandans to take advantage of the ongoing General Update of the National Voters Register, describing it as a critical step in preparing for the 2025/2026 General Elections. Addressing journalists at a press briefing on Friday, January 24, 2025, Byabakama said the update […]
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The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced the General Update of the National Voters’ Register, scheduled from 20th January to 10th February 2025. This critical exercise, forming part of the roadmap to the 2026 General Elections and referenda, aims to ensure that all eligible voters are prepared to participate in free and fair elections. The update […]
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