Traders in Mukono Decry Harsh Evictions Amid Rising Rent Concerns

During the operation, enforcement teams demolished wooden and metallic stalls, containers, and extensions attached to permanent buildings. Several traders, including single mothers, broke down in tears as their livelihoods were destroyed, yet the demolition continued. Traders in Mukono Central Division, Mukono Municipality, are decrying a harsh early morning enforcement operation that left many of their […]

Divisions Emerge in NRM Ahead of Mukono Vendor Evictions

“The trade order is being implemented across municipalities and cities, including Kampala. Why should Mukono be different?” Wamala said, accusing some leaders of engaging in “cheap politics.” Divisions have emerged among leaders of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) in Mukono over the planned enforcement of a trade order targeting roadside vendors, just hours before […]

Gov’t Urges Agriculture Sector to Expand Apprenticeship Opportunities for Youth

Apprenticeships in the agriculture sector combine on-the-job training at farms and agribusiness enterprises with off-the-job training at specialized skills training and TVET centres, culminating in formal assessment and certification. Cerebral Palsy Is Not Witchcraft: Christine Kirungi Leads the Fight for Awareness and Care The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MGLSD) has called on […]

Mukono Unveils Sh183.1Bn Budget Plan Targeting Growth and Better Services

Reviewing the current financial year, Kimera revealed that by February 2026, the district had received sh68.59 billion out of the planned sh181.49 billion, translating to a performance rate of 37.79 percent. Mukono Mother, Daughter, and Teen Boyfriend Remanded Over Father’s Murder The Mukono District Council has presented a proposed budget of sh183.1 billion for the […]

UNBS, TradeMark Africa Honor Top Journalists at Inaugural Standards & Metrology Media Awards 2026

Among the regional winners, Jesse Johnson James (Northern Uganda) was recognized for his story on inclusive consumer protection, while Ssekimuli Fred (Kampala Metropolitan Area) won for highlighting public concerns over standards gaps. The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), in partnership with TradeMark Africa (TMA) and with support from UK International Development, has recognized eight […]

PDM SACCO Chairperson Remanded Over Fraud Allegations

The arrests follow a Presidential directive to take firm action against individuals exploiting wananchi by demanding illegal payments under the guise of facilitating access to government programs. Mengo SS Student Dies by Suicide After Top UACE Score, Sparking Debate on Academic Pressure Authorities in Kiryandongo District have remanded a Parish Development Model (PDM) SACCO chairperson […]

Deputy Speaker Tayebwa Denies Involvement in Owino Market Demolitions

He acknowledged that he once held a lease for a plot of land in the Nakivubo area but explained that the land is no longer under his ownership. How a DNA Test Almost Ruined My Dream of Becoming a Doctor The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has clarified that he has no ownership or […]

A New Era for Nation Media Group as Taarifa Ltd Acquires Majority Stake from Aga Khan Fund

The sale represents not just a financial transaction, but a strategic move towards accelerating NMG’s digital growth. Both AKFED and Taarifa Ltd emphasized the importance of this transition in ensuring NMG’s ongoing relevance and its ability to engage with a tech-savvy audience in an increasingly digital world. In a significant shift for the media landscape […]

KCCA Condemns Unknown People Who Demolished Part of St. Balikudembe Market at Night

City officials say the demolition was carried out without any authorization. No demolition permit had been issued by the City Authority, making the operation illegal.   In a dramatic late–night incident that has stirred concern among city authorities and traders alike, an unidentified group carried out an unauthorized demolition at part of St. Balikudembe Market […]

Global Leaders Call for Calm, Negotiations After US-Israel Strike That Killed Iran’s Supreme Leader

European nations including France, Germany and the United Kingdom adopted a cautious stance. In a joint statement, they expressed concern about the widening conflict, condemned Iran’s retaliatory strikes on neighbouring countries, and reiterated that diplomacy — not force — is essential to address the underlying issues, including Iran’s nuclear programme. Iran Launches Major Retaliatory Strikes […]

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