Centre for Policy Analysts Call for Inclusive Access to Surrogacy Services in Uganda
A team from the Centre for Policy Analysis (CEPA) has requested the Parliament of Uganda not to limit Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) services to only couples in Uganda.
According to CEPA, the limitation will be an infringement of their rights to form a family as provided for in Article 31 of the Constitution.
The team headed by Joseph Tahinduka made the remarks while appearing before the Parliament’s Health Committee on May 2, 2024, to present their views on the Human Assisted...
Col. Katabazi Urges Boda Boda Leaders to Embrace Unity, Ensure Security and Socio-Economic Transformation
Col. Emmy Katabazi, the Deputy Director General (DDG) of the Internal Security Organization (ISO), has asked boda boda leaders to embrace unity, ensure socio-economic transformation, and work with security agencies to beef up security in Uganda for a peaceful country and nation-building.
Col. Katabazi made the remarks while offering a lecture of opportunity to 373 boda boda leaders from Kampala Metropolitan and Wakiso districts who are currently attending a one-week training course at the Oliver Reginald Tambo School of Leadership...
Buganda’s Premier Calls for Worker Mental, Physical Well-being on International Labour Day
The Katikkiro (Prime Minister) of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has today, May 1, 2024, highlighted the importance of providing not just good working conditions but also proactive measures to ensure the safety and health of employees in a world increasingly affected by climate change.
He stated that these include adapting workplaces to rising temperatures and extreme weather events, offering proper protective gear, and having clear emergency plans in place.
He also noted the importance of integrating physical activity into the workday....
Manhunt Ends as Teenager is Arrested for Dismemberment, Murder of Nansana Resident
Kampala Metropolitan Police have arrested a teen who brutally murdered a woman from Nansana in Wakiso district.
The suspect has been identified as Daniel Sematimba, aged 17 and a resident of Kyebando, who murdered a lady, cut her into pieces with a machete, and later dumped her body at the rubbish pit.
The identity of the lady who was brutally murdered is still unknown; however, what is known is that she was a resident of Ganda village in Nansana, Wakiso district.
According...
Minister Mutuuzo Emphasises Importance of Multi-Skilling in Uganda’s Labour Market During Labour Day Celebrations
Peace Mutuuzo, the Minister of State for Gender and Culture, has emphasised the need for Ugandans to have more than one skill in order to be able to get a job or for job creation.
The Minister made the communication on May 1, 2024, during the International Labour Day celebrations held at St. Leo's Kyegobe Playgrounds, Fort Portal.
She noted that there is a need to evolve due to the fact that the world is also changing.
“Today, one has to have...
Parliament Approves Over UGX 400Billion Road to Construct Kitgum-Kidepo Road
The Parliament of Uganda has approved a Shs. 451.304 billion (Euro110, 543,947.52) loan request from Standard Chartered Bank to upgrade the 116-kilometer Kitgum-Kidepo tourism road in Northern Uganda.
The approval follows a motion moved by Hamson Obua, the Government Chief Whip, on April 30, 2024 during a plenary session in Parliament to suspend the Rule requiring a report from the Committee on National Economy on the loan.
On Thursday, April 18, 2024, Amos Lugoloobi, the Minister of State for Finance, Planning,...