NUP Councilors Criticize Party Leadership for Weak Presence Outside Central Region
Councilors from the National Unity Platform (NUP) party in the Buganda region have raised concerns about their party's failure to build a strong presence outside the central region. Their criticism follows the recent by-election in Kisoro, where NUP lost to an independent candidate and a member of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM).
The discontent became evident after a mobilization rally in Buikwe on November 16, 2024. While the rally took place, the Kisoro by-election was ongoing. Many councilors believe...
Uganda Praised for Readiness to Host AU Summit on Agriculture in 2025
The African Union (AU) Commission delegation has praised the Ugandan government for its readiness to host the AU Extraordinary Summit on Agriculture - CAADP, scheduled from January 9 to 11, 2025, at the Speke Resort and Convention Centre in Munyonyo. CAADP stands for the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme.
The African Union Commission delegation led by the Secretary to the Commission Dalitso Bonongwe, concluded their mission on Friday, November 15, 2024.
The delegation since Monday, November 11, 2024, had been assessing...
President Museveni Encourages Kibaale Residents to Adopt 4-Acre Farming Model to Combat Poverty
President Yoweri Museveni has called on residents of Kibaale District to adopt the 4-acre farming model as a key strategy to fight poverty in their communities. Speaking at the launch of this initiative, President Museveni emphasized the importance of sustainable farming practices during an event attended by local leaders and thousands of community members.
The launch took place on Friday, and among those present were notable figures such as Minister of State for Works and Transport Fred Byamukama, Finance Minister...
Uganda Receives Third Shipment of FMD Vaccines from Egypt
Uganda has received a new shipment of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines from Egypt. This latest delivery includes 2.5 million doses to help improve Uganda’s vaccination efforts against the disease.
The vaccines were officially received on November 14, 2024, by Maj Gen David Mugisha, who represented the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, at the reception ceremony.
“This is the third shipment of FMD vaccines from Egypt. Earlier this year, we received 3 million doses in May and another 3...
UK Envoy to Uganda Celebrates Role as Keeper of Bilateral Ties Between the Two Countries
The UK High Commissioner to Uganda, H.E. Lisa Chesney, has expressed her pride in serving as the custodian of the longstanding historical relations between the United Kingdom and Uganda.
Chesney emphasized the importance of these ties and her commitment to fostering them further.
She made these remarks during a meeting held on Thursday evening November 14 2024 at the High Commissioner’s residence in Nakasero with the CDF of the Uganda Peoples' Defense Forces General Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
Having completed her first month in...
Fresh Kid’s Future in Limbo: Can the Young Rapper Afford His High School Dreams?
Uganda's young rapper Fresh Kid real names Patrick Ssenyonjo has reached a critical milestone after completing primary education. The 12-year-old rapper now faces the daunting challenge of affording high school education with his dream of joining an international school.
On Thursday, November 7, 2024, he completed his primary education, at Kampla Parents school on a scholarship which covered all his educational expenses but believes that international schools offer opportunities and resources beyond what regular schools provide, especially for his career.
Fresh...
