President Museveni Urges Ugandans Not to Block National Planning by Refusing to Be Counted
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has issued a warning to those Ugandans who are planning to refuse to be enumerated, saying that they will interfere with national planning.
Speaking from his residence at State Lodge Nakasero on Friday, May 10, 2024, after being enumerated in the National Census exercise, President Museveni urged all Ugandans to fully cooperate, as that information will be crucial for planning purposes.
“I hear there are some groups that don’t want to be enumerated; stop that because you...
NUP Vows to Abolish Kingdoms in Uganda Upon Assuming Power
The National Unity Platform (NUP) party's Deputy Spokesperson, Waiswa Mufumbiro, has said that kingdoms are useless and not necessary in Uganda, and they should be abolished.
According to Mufumbiro, NUP will not hesitate to abolish kingdoms once it comes into power stating that NUP is capable of leading an uprising of the people against some of the perceived powerful kingdoms in Uganda.
Mufumbiro stated this while being interviewed on Pearl FM radio station about allegations from Buganda Kingdom that the NUP...
Uganda, USA to Continue Their Mutually Beneficial Relationship – US Ambassador Popp
The Ambassador of the United States of America to Uganda, His Excellency William W. Popp has stated that the USA will continue to work together with Uganda to foster a strong and mutually beneficial relationship.
Ambassador Popp made the remarks while meeting with President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at State House Entebbe, where he appreciated the President’s valuable time and wise counsel.
"I acknowledged President Museveni’s extensive knowledge and experience. It is important to continue the dialogue...
CDF Urges Officer Cadets to Employ a Servant Leadership Approach
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who is also the Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, delivered a lecture of opportunity to officer cadets and urged them to employ a servant leadership approach, empathy, humility, and understanding of the feelings of the troops they lead.
He said that servant leadership is a powerful approach when handling troops, adding that it can potentially create a positive change in the military through acts of exemplary service.
"Human beings are inspired...
Uganda Signs MOU with Emirates Airlines to Boost Tourism
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), in a bid to increase international tourism traffic entering Uganda, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates Airlines to aid in the increase of tourists and other visitors to Uganda.
The MoU has been signed at the 31st Arabian Travel Market (ATM), held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 6 to 9, 2024.
ATM is a single event that unites all travel sectors, aiming to grow leisure, luxury, and corporate travel.
Speaking during...
Luwero Hospital Extortion Crack-Down: Two Medical Interns Fired, One Health Worker Under Investigation
Luwero Hospital has terminated the internship of two medical students, and one health worker is still under investigation for alleged extortion.
According to Dr. Bruno Oyik, the Medical Superintendent of Luwero Hospital, who was addressing the press on May 9, 2024, the incident happened on May 8, 2024, at the Luwero Sub County Community Hall after an engagement that was held by the Luweero Hospital administration with local leaders and residents to assess client satisfaction, get feedback on health services,...
