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NAGRC&DB Sets New Service Standards to Improve Support to Farmers

The commitments are contained in the NAGRC&DB Client Charter and Service Delivery Standards for 2025/26 to 2029/30, two of five institutional documents launched at the agency’s headquarters in Entebbe. The National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB) has introduced new service delivery standards aimed at improving responsiveness, accountability and efficiency in serving farmers, […]

From Graphics Graduate to Master Carpenter: Peter Picasso Builds a Business on Craftsmanship

His talent first caught public attention when he was seen carving a massive tree trunk into a custom chair destined for an eco-lodge. The intricate workmanship demonstrated his ability to turn raw timber into functional works of art. A university degree is often seen as a gateway to office employment, but for Peter Picasso, it […]

Armed Assailants Attack Kyegegwa Government Prison, Two Guns Stolen

Security agencies have launched investigations after unknown armed assailants attempted to break into Kyegegwa Government Prison in the early hours of Friday, leaving three prison officers injured and making off with two firearms.   According to a statement issued by the Uganda Prisons Service on August 14, 2026, the attack occurred at around 1:00am when […]

PS Kumumanya Urges Trainers to Equip New Councillors with Practical Decentralisation Skills

Citing Article 164 of the Constitution, he reminded the trainers that public officials can be held personally accountable for the loss or misuse of public resources resulting from actions contrary to established laws and regulations. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya, has called on trainers preparing to induct newly elected Local […]

Two Men Sentenced to Death Over Murder of Former Ndiga Clan Head

The death sentence comes as the trial of the three remaining accused persons continues. Their case has been fixed for September 8, 2026. The High Court has sentenced two men to death for the murder of Engineer Bbosa Kakeedo, the former head of the Ndiga clan. The convicts, A1 Lugya Bbosa and A2 Lugya Noah […]

Evelyn Mic Fires Back at Sheilah Gashumba in Escalating Feud

For now, Evelyn maintains that her position at NRG Radio is not in Sheilah’s hands, saying the station will determine her fate independently. “When the right time comes, NRG will fire me, but not under Sheilah’s influence,” she said. The public spat between socialite Sheilah Gashumba and media personality Evelyn Mic has taken another dramatic turn, […]

Lands Officer Arrested Over Alleged Theft of 49 Acres Belonging to Ex-VP Ssekandi

The authorities further accuse Zziwa of conniving with various land officials and land grabbers to facilitate illegal transactions and fraudulent acquisition of land. A senior lands officer in Masaka has been arrested over allegations of illegally reducing former Vice President Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi’s landholding by 49 acres and creating fraudulent titles on the disputed property. […]

Serial Sex Offender Sentenced to Life Imprisonment Over Rape, Murder

The court heard that the two murders shared striking similarities, with Judge Lucraft stating that Levy had deliberately preyed on vulnerable women. Victoria University’s Dr Muganga Welcomes Planned 2028 UNEB A-Level Grading Reform A court in the United Kingdom has sentenced convicted serial sex offender Simon Levy to spend the remainder of his life behind […]

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