Agronomic assessments of plantations in Kalangala have identified deficiencies in magnesium and potassium in sampled fields, alongside concerns about inadequate nitrogen and phosphorus nutrition. Oil palm farmers in Kalangala District could face further pressure on their earnings if fertiliser supplied under a reported sh12bn procurement arrangement involving Dei Biopharma Ltd fails to meet the nutritional […]
Police have appealed to anyone with information that could help identify the assailants to report to the nearest police station. Police in Kisoro are hunting for gunmen who shot dead businessman Africano Nteziyaremye and his wife, Peace Kyompeire, at the gate of their home in Kisoro Municipality on Saturday night. The couple was attacked at […]
Businessman Africano Nteziyaremye and his wife have been shot dead by unknown assailants at their residence in Zindiro Village, Northern Division, Kisoro Municipality. The couple were attacked shortly before midnight on Saturday, October 17, as they arrived home in their Toyota pickup truck. The assailants, reportedly travelling on a motorcycle, opened fire on the vehicle […]
Barugahara called for regular public disclosure of market revenues and firm action against anyone found exploiting traders or diverting public funds. Minister for Local Government Balaam Barugahara has moved to reclaim stalls at Mbarara Central Market from wealthy individuals allegedly occupying the entire fourth floor and subletting spaces to traders. Following an impromptu inspection, Barugahara […]
“The diversion is a motorable murram road,” the ministry said, urging motorists to drive carefully, particularly during rainy conditions, and to set off early to avoid delays. The Ministry of Works and Transport has temporarily closed River Mucha Bridge in Kisoro District following its collapse, directing motorists heading to Rushaga and Nkuringo to use an […]
Transport between Kisoro town and Bukimbiri County in Kisoro District has been paralysed following the collapse of a bridge between Musezero and Kiraro villages. The bridge, located near Muca Bistro, reportedly collapsed on Saturday when a Fuso truck loaded with charcoal attempted to cross it, leaving the road impassable to other vehicles. […]
The Government, through the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, is implementing the GROW Project with support from the World Bank to help women-owned businesses transition from small-scale survival operations into competitive and sustainable enterprises. Women entrepreneurs who failed to secure loans under the Government’s Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) […]
Her move to NWSC marks a shift from frontline journalism to institutional communication, with her new responsibilities expected to include strengthening public engagement and promoting the corporation’s brand. Former NBS TV news anchor Mildred Tuhaise has moved into a new communications role at the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), nearly two decades after she […]
For farmers in Namayingo and neighbouring parts of Mayuge, the immediate concern is whether the stalled CN Sugar project will eventually become operational and provide the local market they anticipated when they invested in sugarcane. NAMAYINGO — Furious sugarcane farmers in Namayingo District have confronted members of the Sugar Council, demanding an explanation for the […]
At the time of his appointment, Katongole said he was grateful for the opportunity to serve and pledged to bring his decades of experience in entrepreneurship, leadership and public service to the role. Former Mukono District Speaker Remanded Over Shs2m Corruption Allegation Emmanuel Katongole has resigned as chairman of the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) Board, […]
