Big contributors to greenhouse gas emissions should adopt clean energy – President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha DUBAI President Yoweri Museveni has asked developed countries to stop the pollution of the environment and adapt clean energy to address climate challenges. The President’s message is contained in remarks
Nabbanja & Equatorial Guinea President discuss bilateral relations between the two sister countries
By: Ismael Kasooha DUBAI The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has held bilateral talks with the President of Equatorial Guinea, H.E Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo and discussed matters of mutual benefit of the
Uganda & Italy to strengthen ties for Sustainable Development
By: Alinaitwe Jotham KAMPALA In a major step towards strengthening bilateral relations, the Permanent Secretary of the Office of the Prime Minister, Alex Kakooza, chaired a critical meeting with several high-profile dignitaries to discuss the
Uganda to host 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development
By: Jotham Alinaitwe KAMPALA Uganda is set to play a pivotal role in shaping Africa’s sustainable development trajectory as it prepares to host the 11th session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD)
Dispense Justice promptly & fairly – President to Judiciary
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA President Yoweri Museveni has called on the judiciary to be mindful of the larger public interest while dispensing justice. “As you hear and determine cases in the Courts, please ensure that
Nabbanja warns against project delays in the construction of 250-bed Cardiac Hospital
KAMPALA By: Derrick Senyonga Uganda’s Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has tasked the different stakeholders working on the long-awaited Uganda Heart Institute's infrastructure development project to ensure that it is completed within the agreed
State Minister for Bunyoro Affairs rallies Local Community to seize Business opportunities from Hoima Stadium Construction
By: Jotham Alinaitwe HOIMA Janipher Namuyangu, the Minister of State for Bunyoro Affairs, has urged the people of Bunyoro to take advantage of the business opportunities that are emerging from the ongoing construction of the
Dar es Salaam Energy Summit declaration vows to supply affordable electricity to 300M Africans in 5 years
By: Ismael Kasooha Dar es Salaam African leaders have committed to delivering affordable electricity to 300 million people across the continent within five years. The pledge, known as the Dar es Salaam Energy
PM visits Multi-billion fertilizer factory in Dodoma; implores farmers to apply fertilizers for higher production
By: Ismael Kasooha Tanzania The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has had a working visit to a multi-billion fertilizer factory in Dodoma, Tanzania as one way of increasing partnership between Uganda and Tanzania. The
PM Nabbanja meets Tanzania’s NSSF Director General; Discuss strengthening ties
By: Ismael Kasooha Dar es Salaam The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has held bilateral talks with the director General of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) of Tanzania Masha John Mshoba and discussed
Former Nakasongola Woman MP, an icon in advocating for women empowerment – President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha NAKASONGOLA President Yoweri Museveni has mourned the passing of Margaret Kumuhangi, the former Woman Member of Parliament for Nakasongola District and described her as a person who championed the cause for equal
Dutch Ambassador pays Courtesy Visit to PM Nabbanja
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA The Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Uganda, Her Excellency Frederieke Quispel has applauded the Ugandan government for its exceptional migration policies and the ongoing efforts towards socio-economic development.
Works on OPM Store main structure to commence soon
By: Derrick Senyonga NAMANVE The UPDF Engineering Brigade anticipates to complete the construction of temporary storage space at the OPM Namanve stores within a week. The alternative storage space has been set up in the
President Museveni commends Catholic Charismatic Movement for shaping morals
By: Ismael Kasooha MBARARA President Yoweri Museveni has hailed the Catholic Charismatic Movement for shaping the morals of society to produce God fearing citizens in the country. “I want to commend the Catholic Charismatic Movement
Kikuube District Administration block constructed by DRDIP commissioned
By: Ismael Kasooha KIKUUBE The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has commissioned a multi-billion Kikuube District administration block aimed at improving service delivery to the public. “This magnificent administration block should help you the
Contractors given 6 months to complete road construction in Kampala
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA All contractors carrying out constructions of roads within and in the outskirts of business district of Kampala have been given six months to have completed the works. “We want these roads
Engineering Brigade resumes work at OPM Stores, Namanve
By: Derrick Senyonga NAMANVE Following disbursement of the second tranche of payment for the construction works at the OPM Stores in Namanve, the UPDF Engineering Brigade resumed works. Container placed on the constructed
PM Nabbanja wins prestigious Africa Continental Award
By: Press Unit Uganda's Prime Minister Rt Hon Robinah Nabbanja has beaten off competition from three other high profile individuals including Antoinette Sayeh, the Deputy Managing Director of International Monetary Fund (IMF), Helen Oritsejafor,
President Museveni commends the Catholic Church for mentoring the Youths & mobilising them for Wealth Creation
By: Press Unit HOIMA CITY President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has commended the Catholic Church for mentoring the youths and mobilising them into wealth creation ventures. “I am very glad that the Catholic Church is
Minister Alice Kaboyo Launches Tailoring Initiative, empowers Women in Luwero
By: Derrick Senyonga LUWERO In Kibisi, Wobulenzi, Luwero District, sixty women gathered to embark on a transformative journey toward self-reliance. The occasion marked the official launch of a tailoring skills program spearheaded by State
Demand for accountability from leaders – President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA President Yoweri Museveni has asked Ugandans to demand accountability from their leaders if the country is to fight against corruption. “It is my clarion call to all citizens to demand
President Museveni donates UShs 300M towards Catholic Youth conference in Hoima
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA President Yoweri Museveni has donated sh.300 million to support Hoima Catholic Diocese as it hosts this year’s youth National Catholic Conference. Hoima Catholic Diocese which falls under Mbarara Ecclesiastical Province
Prime Minister Nabbanja nominated for another prestigious Africa Continental Award
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has been nominated for yet another prestigious Africa Continental Award. Nabbanja who is also the Kakumiro Woman Member of Parliament has been selected by
Minister Kaboyo pledges support to musicians under Greater Luwero Musicians Association
By: Derrick Senyonga Luwero The State Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister for the Luwero Triangle and Rwenzori Region, Hon. Alice Kaboyo has encouraged the youth in Luwero, under their umbrella organization,
President Museveni directs release of funds for Disaster Management
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA President Yoweri Museveni has directed the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development to immediately release funds to handle disasters and relocate people at high risk to safer places. “I have
Bishop Kirabo appeals to parishioners on wealth creation, Education
By: Ismael Kasooha KAKUMIRO The Ordinary Bishop of Hoima Catholic Diocese Rt. Rev. Vincent Kirabo Amooti has appealed to Christians to embrace government programmes aimed at creating wealth at household level. “You need
Hon. Kaboyo urges Media to uphold Integrity, National Identity at Annual Broadcasters Conference
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA On 29th November 2024 – Imperial Royale Hotel, Kampala – The Annual Broadcasters Conference, organized by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), brought together key stakeholders from across the country, including
Luwero Minister officiates the launch of Mpologoma Clan Youth Trustee
By: Our reportersWAKISOThe State Minister for Luwero Triangle, Alice Kaboyo, on Sunday officiated at the launch of Mpologoma Clan Youth Trustee at Lwadda Hill, Matugga, in Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District. Mpologoma is one of the
Minister Onek sensitizes Adjumani leaders on peaceful co-existence between Refugees and Host Communities
Compiled by our reporters ADJUMANI Minister of Relief, Disaster Preparedness & Refugees, Hilary Onek, on Saturday November 23rd, 2024 conducted a Sensitization meeting in Adjumani for District Local Government and Refugee leaders on Govt programmes
President Museveni orders compensation of Late Gen. Aronda’s widow to allow residents regain their land
By: Ismael Kasooha KYANKWANZI President Yoweri Museveni has ordered the prime minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah to ensure that the widow of late Gen. Aronda Nyakairima, identified as Mrs. Patience Alinda Nyakairima, is compensated to
President Museveni congratulates Lubaga hospital for serving humanity, Lauds the Church on wealth creation campaign
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA President Yoweri Museveni has hailed the Church for mobilising the believers to participate in the wealth creation campaign. “I want to thank the Church, for mobilising the believers to participate in
Local Government Leaders demand for space at EAC Bloc
By: Ismael Kasooha MUNYONYO Local government leaders from the East African Community (EAC) countries are demanding for a special representation at the Arusha Based regional bloc. The East African Community is a people centered economic
Government distributes tractors to Bunyoro to improve production and productivity
By: Ismael Kasooha KAKUMIRO The Government of Uganda through the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries has distributed tractors to all the districts of Bunyoro sub region to enable farmers improve on production, production
UAE Investors to partner with Uganda in Garbage management
By: Ismael Kasooha UAE Investors from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have promised to partner with the Government of Uganda to process garbage into valuable products like clean energy, fertilizers and fuel. The promise
Prime Minister Lauds UAE for cordial relations, Persuades investors to Uganda
By: Ismael Kasooha DUBAI The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has appealed to investors in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Consider Uganda as their investment destination for better prospects in the region and Africa
PM Nabbanja in Dubai for the 3rd Uganda-UAE Business Forum
By: Ismael Kasooha UAE The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja is in Dubai to officially open the 3rd Uganda-UAE Business Forum on behalf of President Museveni. The Forum is organized under the theme "Unlocking
Minister Kaboyo hands out livestock, Ironsheets to Luwero locals
By: Senyonga Derrick LUWERO The Minister of State for Luwero-Rwenzori Hon. Alice Kaboyo over the weekend pitched camp in Luwero District to launch several community-focused initiatives. She distributed livestock to 30 families in Kikyuusa,
PM calls for competence-based courses at higher institutions of learning
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has called upon the young generation to embrace competence-based courses to reduce on the unemployment problem in the country. Nabbanja said that a
WHO to support Uganda in the fight against MPox
By Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The World Health Organization (WHO) has earmarked funds to support Uganda in the fight against Monkey pox (Mpox). Uganda confirmed the first cases of Mpox on 24th July 2024 following
Prime Minister, UNHCR Head discuss refugee support
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has commended the UNHCR Commissioner for Refugees Mr. Filipo Gandi and his counterpart the International Olympics Committee President Mr. Thomas Bach for supporting refugees through sports. “We
IOC President awards Prime Minister Olympic Gold Medal
By: Senyonga Derrick KAMPALA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has today met and held discussions with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) president, Mr. Thomas Bach at the Office of Prime Minister head offices in Kampala. Saying
UNHCR High Commissioner in Uganda for a Visit
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMWENGE Mr. Filippo Gandi, the UNHCR High Commissioner for Refugees has arrived in Uganda starting with a visit to Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement. The Commissioner was accompanied by Hon. Hilary Onek, Minister
Chinese Investors applauded for Jobs in Elgon Sub Region
By: Derrick Senyonga MBALE CITY The State Minister for Karamoja Affairs Hon. Namboozo Florence Wamala has thanked Chinese investors in Mbale Industrial park for listening and creating employment opportunities for the youth in Elgon
Museveni commends China for investment in Industrial Zones, urges Locals to Embrace BUBU Policy
By: Derrick Senyonga MBALE President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has launded the Chinese government for aligning with Uganda's Vision 2040 strategy through continued partnership and investment in industrial zones which are cornerstones in the country's ambition
Minister of State for Luwero Triangle Launches Distribution of Iron Sheets in Busoga Sub-Region
By: Luwero TeamJINJAThe Minister of State for Luwero, Hon. Alice Kaboyo, has launched the distribution of iron sheets for the Busoga sub-region at Jinja District Headquarters. The iron sheets are meant to assist vulnerable communities and
Minister Onek in Geneva for Global Refugee Conference
By: Charles Odongtho Hon. Eng. Hillary Onek (left), Minister for Relief Disaster Preparedness and Refugees greeting the US. Acting Secretary of State, Ms Marta Costanzo The Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees,
OPM Closes Kiteezi IDP Camp
By: Hellen Namale and Derrick Senyonga KITEEZI The Minister of State for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Hon. Lillian Aber has closed the Kiteezi camp site that acted as a temporary shelter accommodating victims
UGANDA ATTENDS THE AFRICA SECOND REVIEW MEETING ON THE GLOBAL COMPACT FOR MIGRATION
By: Magezi JohnPaul ADDIS ABABA Uganda as a member of the Global Compact for Migration (GCM) has attended the second conference on the review of the Global Compact for safe, orderly and regular migration that
Government to rollout vocational skills training in all schools in refugee host districts
By: Ismael Kasooha KIRYANDONGO The Government of Uganda is to rollout vocational skills training in all Secondary Schools in Refugee Hosting Districts in the country. This was revealed by the Minister for Relief, Disaster
President Museveni demands permanent membership of African countries on UN Security council
By: Ismael Kasooha NEW YORK Uganda, as the chair of the G77+China and the Non Aligned Movement (NAM), wants Africa to have two permanent seats on the UN Security council. President Yoweri Museveni asked the
PM Nabbanja scoops Global Women Leadership award, dedicates it to President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha NEW YORK The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has scooped the Global Women Leadership Award in New York. The Global Women Leadership Award is an annual award conferred by
President Museveni calls for urgent action to industrialize
By: Ismael Kasooha NEW YROK President Yoweri Museveni has told world leaders gathered in New York that Africa needs to take urgent action themselves to advance sustainable industrialization as a key element of socio-economic transformation.
African leaders call for enhanced cooperation in health care
By: Ismael Kasooha New York African Leaders have asked the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Corporate Council on Africa and the Middle East (ECAM Council) to enhance cooperation for the development of the continent.
UPDF starts yard backfilling at OPM stores
By: Derrick Senyonga NAMANVE The UPDF Engineering Brigade has commenced backfilling the OPM Namanve Store yard. This was confirmed during the weekly inspection exercise which included Mr. Lwasa Robert, the Principal Systems Administrator (PSA)
G77+China demand for action as World leaders gather for the summit for the Future in New York
By: Ismael Kasooha NEW YORK The G77 plus China, has demanded action during the summit for the Future that is going on at the United Nations headquarters in New York. This was during Uganda’s
IGAD admitted to Refugee Steering Group amidst rising number of refugees
By: Hellen Namale KAMPALA The Refugee Steering Group has, during its 22nd sitting, admitted the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) as a member. IGAD, which assists and complements efforts of member states to achieve
OPM hosts Coordination Meeting on service provision for Refugees & Host Communities
By Alinaitwe Jotham Kampala, Sheraton hotel The Office of the Prime Minister under the Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework (CRRF) hosted an inaugural meeting aimed at assessing progress, identifying solutions and addressing challenges faced by
Uganda’s refugee response a model to the entire world – Hon. Lillian Aber
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA Uganda has made significant strides in creating a sustainable humanitarian and development response framework, particularly focusing on the localization in refugee response, a model that the entire world looks up to
Evidence-based interventions to address violence against Refugee children and youths – OPM
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) through the Department of Refugees has committed to use findings from a recent survey report to address violence against refugee children and youths in
Government committed to expand the size of the economy to $500 billion by 2040, says Prime Minister
By: Ismael Kasooha MUNYONYO As the country enters the planning and budgeting period for the coming financial year 2025/2026, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) government is committed to increase the size of the economy ten-fold
Minister Lokeris advocates for localization during implementation of grants
By: Derrick Senyonga KARAMOJA The Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Hon. Peter Lokeris has called upon development partners to stop imposing stringent conditions on recipients of grants especially during implementation so that the intended people directly
Minister Aber delivers President’s cash pledge to injured persons in Kiteezi landfill tragedy
By: Hellen Namale KAMPALA The Minister of State for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Hon. Dr. Lillian Aber has distributed relief funds worth Shs.18 million to the 18 victims identified from the recent Kiteezi landfill
Ntoroko floods: Stakeholders moot relocation and resettlement plans
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA Government of Uganda has through the Ministry of Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees come up with immediate, mid-term and long term approaches designed to support Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in
Stop acquiring loans we aren’t ready to absorb – PM to Finance Ministry
By: Ismael Kasooha MUNYONYO The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has directed the Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development to ensure that before any government loans or grants are acquired or signed, the
Namanve Stores: Perimeter wall erection complete
By: Derrick Senyonga NAMANVE Maj. Eng. George Ogwang, the UPDF Engineering Brigade Operations Officer and Project Manager Central has shared a progress report regarding the renovation of the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM)
UBA earmarks $250M to Support SME Businesses in Uganda
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA The United Bank of Africa (UBA) Managing Director, Mrs. Chioma Mang, has revealed the group’s commitment of $250 Million to support SME businesses in Uganda. Mang made the revelation during a
PM Nabbanja welcomes Italian academician, Uganda tipped on waste management
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja last week was paid a courtesy visit by Prof. Giracomo Ciambatti from the University of Cattolica, Italy. Nabbanja appreciated the university for its legacy
President passes out Locals leaders at NALI, tasks them to Leave no one behind in Wealth Creation Campaign
By: Ismael Kasooha Kyankwanzi President Yoweri Museveni has asked leaders in the country to adopt the mass-line approach while dealing with issues of socio-economic transformation. “What I want to ask you is to adopt
Local leaders tasked to protect government infrastructure against vandalism
By Ismael Kasooha Kyankwanzi The minister of state in charge energy Okaasai Sidronius Opolot has tasked local leaders to jealously guard against vandalism of government infrastructure in the country. Okaasai made the call on Thursday
Leaders asked to use the available government interventions to create wealth for themselves
By Ismael Kasooha Kyankwanzi The state minister for finance in charge of Micro Finance Haji Haruna Kasolo has challenged leaders in the country to make use of the available government interventions to create wealth
Nabbanja raises expectations on upcoming SDG Forum as Key Stakeholders share insights
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA The Government of Uganda will take leverage of hosting the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11) as an opportunity to supplement social economic transformation in the country. This was
Prime Minister Launches Preparation activities for the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development
By: Alinaitwe Jotham KAMPALA Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has officially launched the preparatory activities for the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11). The forum, set to take place in Uganda
Local Investors rallied on Economic Growth and Development
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has called on local investors to work with the government to create a tax system that supports sustainable economic growth and
Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit inspects road construction projects in Kampala
By: Alinaitwe Jotham KAMPALA The Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit (PMDU), led by Hon. Robert Kasule Ssebunya and Office of the Prime Minister Infrastructure Expert, Brenda Komugisha, conducted a comprehensive inspection of several key road construction
NRM Secretary General urges LG leaders to end conflicts for better service delivery
By: Ismael Kasooha KYANKWANZI The Secretary General of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong has tasked district leaders to desist from conflicts because they affect service delivery to the citizenry.
Uganda ready to host the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development – PM Nabbanja
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja this morning received a team from the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11) regarding Uganda’s preparedness as host for the event that will take place
Perimeter Wall columns cast at OPM Namanve Stores
By: Derrick Senyonga NAMANVE The UPDF Engineering Brigade that was contracted to renovate the OPM stores located in Namanve has made significant progress on the perimeter wall after casting all columns. During the weekly
Hon. Namuyangu implores Local Leaders to enhance Government Program Monitoring
By: Alinaitwe Jotham KAWEWETA Hon. Jenipher Kacha Namuyangu, the Minister of State for Bunyoro Affairs, has spearheaded an ideological orientation and leadership training session organized by the Office of the Prime Minister in collaboration with
Congolese Refugees in Nakivale Settlement receive Relief food
By: Doreen Nasasira NAKIVALE The Commissioner for Refugees in the Office of the Prime Minister, Mr. Okello Patrick has launched the distribution exercise for the relief food which was donated by the Kingdom of Saudi
Be role models in Wealth Creation – PM to Leaders
By: Ismael Kasooha KYANKWANZI The prime minister has asked leaders in the country to be role models in wealth creation for socio-economic transformation. “As leaders we should be examples to the people we lead by
Help the people you lead to transform from Peasantry-Maj. Gen. Kasura implores leaders
By: Ismael Kasooha NAKASONGOLA The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and fisheries (MAAIF), Major Gen. David Kasura Kyomukama has challenged local leaders to always strive to transform their subjects from peasantry
OPM starts distribution of Food Relief to Congolese Refugees
By: Hellen Namale NAKIVALE The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) through the Department of Refugees has launched the distribution of food relief items donated earlier this week by the Royal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Refugees appeal to Government for Water & Electricity
By: Ismael Kasooha ISINGIRO Refugees living in the Nakivale settlement in South Western Uganda have appealed to the government to provide water for domestic use and electricity to transform their lives. Fenius Mushumba who represented
PS Visits Bulambuli, Cautions Staff on Accountability
By: Charles Odongtho BULAMBULI The Permanent Secretary, Office of the Prime Minister, on Wednesday visited Bunambutye, in Bulambuli District, to assess the status of the relocation exercise currently going on by the Office of
UNHCR, WFP delegations from Nairobi visit OPM Refugee Department
By: Paul Magezi KAMPALA The Commissioner for Refugees, Patrick Okello hosted a delegation of UNHCR and WFP representatives from the Nairobi Regional Office at the Department of Refugees in Kampala. During the courtesy visit,
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia donates food worth UGX 1.85bn to Congolese Refugees
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Royal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has donated over 342 tonnes of relief food to Congolese Refugees in Uganda. The relief food items were handed over by the Ambassador of
PM Nabbanja arrives in Kingdom of Tonga for the 53rd Pacific Island Forum Leaders Meeting
By: Francis Jjingo TONGA The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has arrived in the Kingdom of Tonga an island state in the Pacific region. Nabbanja is in Tonga to represent the President of
OPM Namanve Stores Perimeter Wall takes shape
By: Derrick Senyonga NAMANVE The UPDF Engineering Brigade has raised the perimeter wall around the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) stores located in Namanve under phase one of the renovation up to 1.75m.
Uganda to benefit from Italy’s 700m Euros Coffee project
By: Jjingo Francis ITALY Uganda is set to benefit as one of five coffee-growing countries from a 700 million Euros fund set up by the Italian government for value addition on coffee so as to
GAVI Vaccine Alliance moots plan to Support Uganda in the Manufacture of Malaria Vaccines
By: Jjingo Francis ITALY The GAVI Vaccine Alliance has announced a plan to support Uganda in the manufacture of Malaria Vaccines starting in April 2025. The Chairman of the Board of GAVI the Vaccine Alliance
Government resolves to manage Garbage at Menvu, Kiteezi affected persons to relocate to Dundu
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Government of Uganda has resolved to immediately start the management of Garbage at Menvu to address the apparent challenges in Kampala metropolitan areas. This was resolved during a meeting chaired
PM launches ‘Enough campaign’ to address hunger and nutrition among children
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Rukia Nakadama, the 3rd Deputy Prime Minister launching the Enough Campaign at Sheraton Hotel Kampala The Prime Minister has launched the 'Enough Campaign' in Uganda aimed at addressing hunger
Dr. Omona tips Elgon, Sebei MPs on Wealth Creation
By: Hellen Namale KAMPALA Dr. Kenneth Omona, the Minister of State for Northern Uganda has urged MPs from Sebei and Elgon Sub-Region to identify unique opportunities in their constituents that the government can support through
Rt. Hon. Kasule Lumumba Calls for the Induction of Politicians in Monitoring and Evaluation
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA The Minister for General Duties Rt. Hon. Justine Kasule Lumumba has hailed the Uganda Management Institute (UMI) for domiciling the leadership of the Uganda Evaluation Association (UEA) which has led
Rt. Hon Rukia Nakadama launches Health National Adaptation Plan
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA The Ministry of Health with support from Rockefeller Foundation launched the Health National Adaptation Plan (H-NAP) 2025-2030 as part of the implementation of Uganda's commitments at COP 26 and COP 27.
Uganda showcases commitment to implementation of GRF 2023 pledges
By: Paul Magezi YUMBE Today 21st August 2024,marked a milestone to showcase Uganda's commitment towards the implementation of the 2023 Global Refugee Forum pledges on transition of water facilities in refugee settlements to national
OPM Stores renovation works in high gear
By: Derrick Senyonga NAMANVE Construction of the perimeter wall of the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) stores that are located in Namanve is in high gear. The inspection team from OPM which included
PM Nabbanja lauds President Museveni for fulfilling pledges
By: Derrick Senyonga and Hellen Namale HOIMA Uganda’s Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has commended President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for honoring and fulfilling the promises he has made to the people of Bunyoro. Nabbanja,
Support Gov’t relocation efforts in the Elgon sub-region – Minister Aber to Local leaders
By: Derrick Senyonga BUDUDA Hon. Dr. Lillian Aber, the Minister of State for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees in the Office of the Prime Minister has cautioned local politicians in Bududa District who are
Stabex International donates UGX 10m shillings towards Kiteezi disaster rescue operations
By: Hellen Namale KAMPALA Stabex International through the Office of the Prime Minister has contributed Ten Million Shillings towards the rescue operations in the Kiteezi disaster. The donation was handed over to the Prime Minister,
PM Nabbanja meets her Lesotho counterpart, discuss business between the two Countries
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Uganda’s Prime Minister Nabbanja Robinah has held talks with her counterpart from Lesotho H.E Sam Ntsokoane Matekane and discussed ways on bolstering business between the two sister countries. “Uganda and
Nabbanja, KCCA, and affected Kiteezi landfill victims agree on way forward
By: Derrick Senyonga KITEEZI, WAKISO Residents of Kiteezi village in Kasangati Town council, Wakiso District on the morning of Saturday 10th August 2024 were filled with sorrow and grief after a tragic incident that
President Museveni donates 300M towards Children & Women Hospital in Hoima
By: Ismael Kasooha HOIMA President Yoweri Museveni has fulfilled his pledge of sh300m towards the construction of St. Mary’s Children and Women specialized Hospital Hoima being undertaken by Hoima Catholic Diocese. In the month of
UTB CEO makes courtesy call on PM
By: Charles Odongtho KAMPALA Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja (right) with Ms. Lilly Ajarova, the CEO of Uganda Tourism Board at the PM's office in Kampala A team from the Uganda Toursim Board
Engineering Brigade commences renovation works at the OPM Stores
By: Derrick Senyonga NAMANVE Workers constructing the Perimeter wall at the OPM Stores Following the handover of the site to the UPDF Engineering Brigade last week on Tuesday, renovations work at the
Commissioner for Refugees assumes office
By: Paul Magezi KAMPALA The Under Secretary in charge of Finance and Administration Ms. Patricia E. Lakidi has this afternoon presided over the handover ceremony of the Office of Commissioner for Refugees to Mr.
Luwero – Rwenzori Triangle MPs agree on plans to develop sub-region
By: Derrick Senyonga and Hellen Namale KAMPALA The Minister of State for Luwero-Rwenzori Triangle in the Office of the Prime Minister Alice Kaboyo has called upon Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Rwenzori sub-region
Japanese government announces 3.6m USD support to women refugees
By Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA The Government of Japan and UN Women yesterday announced the launch of a two-and-a-half-year project that aims to strengthen Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) in refugee settlements and host communities. The approximately
Japan pledges support to Kampala Fly Over, Karuma Bridge Projects
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA The Japanese government through its Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Sasayama Takuya has committed to fund both the second phase of the Kampala Fly Over project and the construction of
OPM hands over stores to UPDF Engineering Brigade for Renovation
By: Derrick Senyonga NAMANVE The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has today handed over the National Emergency Stores located in Namanve Industrial Park to the UPDF Engineering Brigade for renovation. The stores, which
Lyantonde District High school dropout rates irk the PM
By: Ismael Kasooha LYANTONDE The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja is irked by the high school dropout rates estimated to be at 63% in Lyantonde District Local Government. Only 37 percent of pupils who
PDM funds should be distributed considering poverty levels – Northern Uganda MPs
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Members of Parliament from Acholi sub region in Northern Uganda have asked the government to design a special programme under the Parish Development Model (PDM) of allocating funds based on poverty
PM holds bilateral talks with UN officials, Calls for continued support
By Ismael Kasooha New York The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has held bilateral talks with two United Nations officials and discussed ways of strengthening relations and mutual benefit. Nabbanja who was flanked
Premier emphasizes Uganda’s commitment to socio-economic transformation as she presents Uganda’s Voluntary National Review report at the UN
By: Ismael Kasooha New York The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has told global leaders that Uganda through extensive national and sub-national level consultations, developed six strategic commitments aimed at accelerating sustainable development Goals
Uganda & Zambia discuss Refugee Solutions
By: Jotham Alinaitwe KAMPALA Today, the Ministry for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees in Office of the Prime Minister hosted the Zambian delegation which sought to learn from Uganda’s experience of hosting refugees. The
Socio-economic Transformation key to attaining SDGs – President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA President Yoweri Museveni noted that attaining the sustainable development goals (SDGs) requires societies to undergo socio-economic transformation. Uganda held its third SDGs conference on 19 - 20 June 2024 at
There is need to invest in security to empower women – PM
By: Ismael Kasooha MUNYONYO The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon Nabbanja Robinah has stressed the need of investing in the security of nations and the region at large, for women to thrive in their
Farmers demand for Water for Irrigation
By: Ismael Kasooha MASAKA A three-day Farmer Mobilisation, Education, Value-addition and Service Delivery campaign in the Districts of Lwengo, Kyotera, Rakai and Masaka ended on Sunday 30th June 2024 with all farmers visited stressing the
Government launches distribution of heifers in Busoga sub region
By: Ismael Kasooha IGANGA The Government of Uganda through the Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries has launched the distribution of high-quality breed heifers to the people of Busoga as one way of
Late Maj. Gen. Bamuze was a Peace lover and Patriot – President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha YUMBE President Yoweri Museveni has said that the late Maj. Gen. Ali Bamuze was dedicated to peace building and he cherished reconciliation and social economic development. “Today we celebrate the life
Bunyoro Affairs Minister launches distributions of farm implements
By: Alinaitwe Jotham HOIMA The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) through the Ministry of Bunyoro Affairs has extended a generous donation of farming implements to help farmers increase production and productivity at household
Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom celebrates 30 years’ coronation anniversary, President Museveni calls for integration
By: Ismael Kasooha HOIMA President Yoweri Museveni has congratulated His Highness the Omukama of Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom and the people of Bunyoro upon celebrating 30 years since the coronation of the Omukama. The President
Government to prioritize household income improvement in Northern Uganda under NUSAF 4, says PM
By Ismael Kasooha GULU The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has assured the people in Northern Uganda that the government will prioritize household income improvement in the forthcoming NUSAF4 programme. Nabbanja said that
Stop multiple loans, Prime Minister warns teachers
By: Ismael Kasooha NAKASEKE The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has warned teachers in government Aided schools to desist from taking multiple loans or else government bans such an arrangement. Nabbanja said that
Bukeddi MPs call for regional development strategy to improve household incomes
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala Members of parliament from Bukeddi sub region have asked the government to formulate a regional development strategy to deal with the high poverty levels in their area. “We have not benefited
PM breaks ground for construction of Awere & Ten-nam Health centers
By: Ismael Kasooha PADER The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah recently broke ground for the construction of two health facilities in Pader District. The health facilities to benefit from this arrangement are Awere
Prime Minister urges Masindi residents to embrace the 4-acre model
By: Ismael Kasooha MASINDI The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has asked residents of Masindi District and Bunyoro region in general to embrace the four-acre model as advocated for by President
WFP to set up a Regional Logistics hub in Uganda – Country Director
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The World Food Programme (WFP) is planning to set up a logistic hub in Uganda for the region. “We are planning to establish a logistics hub for the entire region here
Uganda takes the lead in piloting WHO’s global guidance framework for the responsible use of life sciences
By: Alinaitwe Jotham MUNYONYO Uganda was granted a unique opportunity to pilot the World Health Organization’s (WHO) global guidance framework for the responsible use of life sciences: mitigating bio-risks and governing dual-use research in
Cancel fraudulently acquired land titles – PM Orders
By: Ismael Kasooha KIKUUBE The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has instructed the Ministry of lands to immediately cancel land titles that were allegedly fraudulently acquired. “How can a Person acquire
Prime Minister challenges the public to embrace Computer literacy
By: Ismael Kasooha KAKUMIRO The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has urged the public, especially the youth, to embrace digitalization to cope up with the rapidly changing world where computer knowledge is becoming a
PM Nabbanja insists on debt cancellation at SDGs Conference in Addis
By: Jjingo Francis Addis Ababa The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has called on African Countries to come together and advocate for reforms in the global financial architecture including cancellation of debts imposed by the
Bunyoro Affairs Minister urges leaders to utilize government programs for Development
By: Jotham Alinaitwe HOIMA Minister of State for Bunyoro Affairs, Hon. Jennifer Namuyangu has challenged leaders in Bunyoro sub region to make use of the available government programmes for socio-economic transformation. “The NRM government
President Museveni calls for an end to exploitative commercial lending to developing countries
By: Ismael Kasooha NEW YORK President Yoweri Museveni has told world leaders that there is a need to get rid of the exploitative phenomena of commercial lending to achieve global affluence. “In order to
PM flags off the relocation of landslide high risk households in Elgon sub region
By: Jothan Alinaitwe BUDUDA The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has flagged off the exercise of relocation of households facing high risk of landslides in the Elgon sub region. This initiative aims at
Hon. Alice Kaboyo urges people of Luwero to embrace government programs to fight poverty
By: Jotham Alinaitwe LUWERO Hon.Alice Kaboyo, Minister of State for the Luwero-Rwenzori Triangle, visited Luwero District again on April 10, 2024 to sensitize local leaders and citizens on strategies to increase household incomes in
Hon. Esther Anyakun hands over office to Hon. Lillian Aber
By: Jotham Alinaitwe KAMPALA Hon. Esther Anyakun, who has served diligently as the Minister of State for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, recently handed over her office to Hon. Lillian Aber, who was appointed
Prime Minister unveils facilities funded by OPM, UPDF Engineers’ brigade hailed for quality work
By: Ismael Kasooha Nakasongola/Buliisa The prime minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has unveiled facilities that were constructed using funds saved from what she termed as wasteful expenditures at the office of the prime
President Museveni challenges religious leaders to encourage believers to aim at improved standards of living
By: Ismael Kasooha KIRUHURA President Yoweri Museveni has challenged religious leaders to encourage believers to aspire and work towards achieving decent and improved standards of living. “A relevant Christian Ministry is one that encourages the
Government committed to promote Science and Technology to enhance Development – President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha Ntungamo President Yoweri Museveni has said that the government is committed to promoting science and technology as one major way to enhance development. This was contained in the president’s message
Hon. Grace Freedom Kwiyucwiny and Hon. Agnes Nandutu hand over offices to newly appointed Ministers
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Hon. Grace Freedom Kwiyucwiny, the former State Minister for Northern Uganda and hon Agnes Nandute former State Minister for Karamoja Affairs have officially handed over their duties and offices to the
Prime Minister Nabbanja launches construction of Nateete-Nakawuka Road
By Alinaitwe Jotham NAKAWUKA PM Nabbanja commissioning the Construction works at Nakawuka The Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt. Honorable Nabbanja Robinah on Wednesday commissioned the construction works on the road project that
Outgoing Karamoja Affairs Minister Dr. Kitutu hands over office, outlines challenges,pledges support
By Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The outgoing Karamoja Affairs Minister Dr. Mary Goretti Kitutu has handed over office to the incoming Minister Peter Lokeris and pledged to support him in the execution of duties. The handover
Prime Minister meets South Korean Delegation, discuss the upcoming Korea-Africa Summit opportunities
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has held bilateral talks with the South Korean Delegation and discussed the opportunities for Uganda for the forth-coming Korea-Africa Summit in Seoul. The Korean
Prioritize Sanitation and Hygiene – Prime Minister to leaders
By: Ismael Kasooha KAKUMIRO The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has challenged leaders at all levels to highlight the importance of hygiene and sanitation in enhancing human development and social well-being of the people. Nabbanja
PM thanks President Yoweri Museveni for reappointing her
By: Ismael Kasooha HOIMA The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has thanked President Yoweri Museveni for reappointing her as Premier in last week’s cabinet reshuffle. “My appointment by H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni
Prime Minister hands over the construction of Luwero hospital to UPDF Engineers Brigade, Health workers asked to serve the public better
By: Ismael Kasooha Luwero/Nakaseke The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has handed over the construction of Luwero General Hospital to the UPDF Engineers Brigade for quality and timely works. This follows the delayed
PM launches reconstruction of Masaka – Kyotera – Mutukula Road
By: Jotham Alinaitwe KYOTERA The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja last week launched the reconstruction of the 89.5km Masaka-Kyotera-Mutukula Road. The event took place in Kyotera Town. It was also attended by the Minister
PM Launches UN Human Development Report
By: Jotham Alinaitwe MAKERERE Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja addressing delegates during the launch of the 2023/2024 Human Development Report at Makerere University The Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, last week launched the
Minister Kaboyo Commissions Classroom Blocks at Kapeeka PS
By: Jotham Alinaitwe NAKASEKE Hon. Alice Kaboyo, the Minister of State for Luwero-Rwenzori in the Office of the Prime Minister, last week commissioned two classroom blocks as well as water harvesting and sanitary facilities at
Museveni meets Italian business delegation
By: Jotham Alinaitwe ENTEBBE President Yoweri Museveni met with a second delegation of potential investors from Italy at State House in Entebbe on Wednesday. The group was delivered to the President by Prime Minister Robinah
Minister asks Kagadi to improve service delivery
By: Jotham Alinaitwe KAGADI The Minister of State for Bunyoro Affairs Jennifer Namuyangu recently presided over a baraza in Kagadi District. The event, which took place at Kabuga Health Center III in Muhorro sub-county,
Gov’t to turn some Forest Reserves into National Parks
By: Ismael Kasooha KYENJOJO President Yoweri Museveni has said the Government will upgrade some Central Forest Reserves and Wildlife Reserves to National Parks to promote conservation. This was contained in his speech delivered
Museveni preaches against ‘Politics of Identity’
By: Ismael Kasooha Kyankwanzi President Yoweri Museveni has said Ugandans can easily achieve prosperity if they are patriotic. He explained that Uganda faced many challenges immediately after gaining independence from Britain because the leaders misdiagnosed
Seek Long-term loans, says Prof. Sachs
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Prof. Jeffrey Sachs, a renowned economist and global leader in sustainable development, has said Uganda should seek long-term loans to finance its development programmes. “Uganda needs long-term loans of 30 years,
Japan donates 2,000 Tonnes of Rice to Refugees
By: Jotham Alinaitwe KAMPALA The Japanese Government has donated 2,000 tonnes of rice to the refugees in Uganda. The Japanese Ambassador to Uganda, Fukazawa Hidemoto, announced the donation at a meeting with the Minister
PM Praises Parliamentary Forum on Youth Affairs
By Jotham Alinaitwe KAMPALA The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has commended the Uganda Parliamentary Forum on Youth Affairs for taking the Parliament closer to the people. Nabbanja said that the forum has
Bunyoro Affairs State Minister asks residents to protect Bugoma Forest
By: Jotham Alinaitwe KIKUUBE The Minister of State for Bunyoro Affairs in the Office of the Prime Minister, Hon. Jennifer Namuyangu Kacha has asked residents in Kikuube district to protect Bugoma Central Forest Reserve
Minister of Luwero Triangle, Alice Kaboyo, applauds Kibisa Women’s Group in Kiboga.
By: Jotham Alinaitwe During her visit to Kiboga district on the 13th of February, Hon. Alice Kaboyo, the Minister of State for Luwero Triangle, praised the Kibisa Women's Group for their excellent work.
Over 400 leaders in Kyankwanzi for a leadership course
By: Ismael Kasooha KYANKWANZI The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has cautioned local leaders against obtaining expensive loans from money lenders. She also asked them to encourage people to take advantage of the Parish
PM calls for revival of ‘Bulungi bwansi’
By: Ismael Kasooha The Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has called for the revival of community service locally known as 'Burungi bwansi'. “It was a good practice for the
PM discusses business opportunities with the Italian Deputy PM
By Ismael Kasooha ITALY The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has held bilateral talks with the Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation H.E Antonio Tajani
Prime Minister woos Italian investors
By: Ismael Kasooha The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has encouraged Italian business people to invest in Uganda. In her keynote address at the 5th European Corporate Council on Africa and the Middle
Africa needs trade not aid: Museveni
By Ismael Kasooha ITALY President Yoweri Museveni has called on developed countries to build relationships with African countries based on partnerships rather than aid to promote socioeconomic transformation. In a speech delivered by Prime Minister
Entebbe Botanical Gardens Transferred to Ministry of Tourism
By: Ismael Kasooha ENTEBBE The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja on Tuesday presided over the transfer of the management of Entebbe Botanical Gardens in Entebbe town from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and
UNGA President pledges support as Uganda assumes NAM Chairmanship
By Ismael Kasooha MUNYONYO The President of the United Nations General Assembly Dennis Francis has said the UN will support Uganda during its chairmanship of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM). Uganda assumed the chairmanship of the
Punish errant Land Committees: PM
By: Ismael Kasooha KAKUMIRO The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has ordered the arrest of any area Land Committee chairpersons who will be found to have approved illegal surveying and titling of land.
Prime Minister assures Kiryandongo residents on land
By: Ismael Kasooha KIRYANDONGO The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has told the residents of Kiryandongo district that the Government is committed to protecting their land rights. During the 10th annual general meeting
Prime Minister urges mothers to give birth in Health facilities
By: Ismael Kasooha KAKUMIRO The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja urged mothers to shun Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs)and give birth in health facilities. “The government banned TBAs from attending to expectant mothers to fight
OPM New Permanent Secretary (PS) takes over office, promises to build on team work
By Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has today officially received the new Permanent Secretary (PS) Dunstan Balaba. Balaba replaces the late Keith Muhakanizi, who passed away in April this
Prime Minister asks WFP to buy food from Ugandans
By: Ismael Kasooha GENEVA The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja (Right) shaking hands with the Deputy Executive Director Programme and Policy Development of the World Food Programme (WFP) Valerie Guarnieri in Geneva Switzerland
Museveni calls for African Integration to resolve Refugee Crisis
By: Ismael Kasooha GENEVA President Yoweri Museveni has called for the political and economic integration of the African continent to address challenges relating to the ongoing refugee crisis. “It is crucial, especially on the African
Uganda signs MoU with UAE Fertiliser Firm
By: Ismael Kasooha Uganda signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a United Arab Emirates fertiliser manufacturing firm – Refarm – during the UN COP28 summit that took place in Dubai last month. Refarm
Uganda signs MoU with UAE firm to build a Solar Plant
By: Ismael Kasooha DUBAI Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja (centre) witnessing the signing of the MoU in Dubai Uganda signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a United Arab Emirates (UAE) government company,
Prime Minister flags off iron sheets to Karamoja
By: Pascal Kwesiga NAMANVE Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja on Wednesday flagged off trucks loaded with iron sheets to Karamoja. The event took place on Wednesday, 29th November 2023, at the warehouse of the Office
CRRF Steering Group meets to consider Refugee Matters
By: Pascal Kwesiga The Office of the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Local Government convened the 20th Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework (CRRF) Steering Group meeting on Thursday 30th November 2023 to consider refugee matters
COP28: Museveni wants bureaucracy-free Loss and Damage Fund
By Ismael Kasooha DUBAI President Yoweri Museveni has said Uganda’s biodiversity presents opportunities for adaptation and mitigation to greatly contribute to the global reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The President said that Uganda looks
OPM distributes start-up kits to 1,300 DINU sponsored youths BY ISAIAH KITIMBO
By: Isaiah Kitimbo OMORO. A total of 1,300 youths from 41 districts in Northern Uganda have received start-up kits following a three-month skills training in agriculture and agribusiness related areas. The training aimed at
Government holds National Partnership Forum
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Government has met with Development Partners under the National Partnership Forum (NPF) which is coordinated by the Office of the Prime Minister. The NPF, which is guided by the Uganda
Uganda Announces Pledges Ahead Global Refugee Forum
By: Pascal Kwesiga MUNYONYO PM Nabbanja while announcing Uganda's pledges during the Pre-GRF Conference in Kampala Uganda has announced its pledges ahead of the Global Refugee Forum (GRF), which is slated to run
Prime Minister Lauds President Museveni on Science
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has hailed President Yoweri Museveni for his efforts in promoting science, technology and innovation as part of the country’s development agenda. “I appreciate H.E. the President of
Venezuela to open Embassy in Uganda
By: Derrick Senyonga KAMPALA H.E Yvan Gil Pinto (left) the Venezuelan Minister of the People’s Power for Foreign Affairs of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, the Prime Minister
Prime Minister cautions Districts against selling jobs
By: Ismael Kasooha IGANGA PM Nabbanja (2nd left) joined the Bishop (4th left) and other dignitaries to cut the cake at the commissioning of the church Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja
Three-Day Agric Campaign in Greater Masaka Ends
By: Ismael Kasooha A three-day Farmer Mobilisation, Education, Value-addition and Service Delivery campaign in Kalungu, Bukomansimbi and Sembabule districts ended on Sunday. The campaign was led by the Office of the Prime Minister in partnership
SDGs: Prime Minister asks for more UN support
By: Ismael Kasooha GULU Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has urged the UN to support Uganda’s socio-economic transformation agenda to realise the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Presiding over the 78th anniversary of the
Nabbanja launches IG’s Ombudsman Complaints Handling Manual
By: Senyonga Derrick Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja last week launched the Inspectorate of Government ombudsman complaints handling manual as part of efforts to enhance service delivery. The Prime Minister (right) appends her signature
Government to empower Karamoja leaders to be role models in the transformation agenda says Premier
By: Ismael Kasooha NAKASEKE Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has said that the government is to empower local leaders in Karamoja to be role models to the communities they lead. Nabbanja was on
PM appeals to health workers to promote preventive health care
By: Ismael Kasooha KAGADI The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has appealed to health workers in the country to strive and promote preventive health care other than curative. Nabbanja made the remarks on Saturday
PM orders extension staff to roll into the field to offer the needed advice to farmers
By: Ismael Kasooha KAGADI Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has ordered all extension staff in the country to move from offices and go to the fields to help farmers increase production, productivity and
Nabbanja woos UAE Investors
By: Senyonga Derrick KAMPALA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has urged potential investors from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to invest in Uganda. PM Nabbanja attending the 2nd annual Uganda-UAE Business Forum at Speke
Prime Minister Commissions 3 Health Centres, appeals to expectant mothers to shun TBAs
By: Ismael Kasooha Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja on Monday commissioned three Health Centres and a laboratory worth shs.3.6bn in Kakumiro District. They include Kikwaya Health Centre III, which has been upgraded from a Health
Beware of heavy rains – Minister Onek
By: Senyonga Derrick The Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Eng. Hilary Onek has appealed to relevant authorities to prepare to deal with challenges that might be caused by the El Nino conditions
PM commissions Kyegegwa District Administration Block
By: Ismael Kasooha Kyegegwa Prime Minister of Uganda, Robinah Nabbanja, on Sunday, commissioned a multi-billion shillings administration block for Kyegegwa District. The Sh2.6b structure was constricted by the Office of the Prime Minister under
Government, BIDCO pen agreement to expand Palm Oil growing in Sango Bay
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Government of Uganda has today signed an agreement with BIDCO Uganda Limited to expand palm oil growing to Sango Bay in Kyotera District. The process to start Oil Palm
OPM donates brand new Ambulance to Hoima Regional Referral Hospital
By: Ismael Kasooha HOIMA The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has donated a brand-new Class B Ambulance to help Bunyoro sub region in saving lives of the people. Handing over the ambulance to Hoima
PM calls for Green investments and sustainable use of resources to promote tourism
By: ismael kasooha Hoima The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has urged Ugandans to pursue green investments and promote sustainable use of our resources for the benefit of the present and future
Minister Onek inaugurates new Refugee Appeals Board, calls for innovative approaches
By: Senyonga Derrick KAMPALA The Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Hon. Eng. Hilary Onek has called for innovativeness while handling refugee issues in the country. The Minister made the remarks during the
Citizens cautioned against violence, rallied to embrace money economy
By: Senyonga Derrick Fort Portal The State Minister for Luwero Triangle, Hon. Alice K. Kaboyo, has urged Rwenzori citizens to use the prevailing peace in the country to participate in the money economy, build cohesion
2nd Joint External Evaluation for IHR begins in Uganda
By: Pascal Kwesiga Munyonyo The second Joint External Evaluation (JEE) which is aimed at assessing Uganda’s compliance with the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005) is underway. Uganda is among the over 190 countries that are
PM Nabbanja addresses UN General Assembly, Commits Government on SDGs targets achievement
By: Ismael Kasooha New York The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has assured the United Nations General Assembly taking place in New York that the Government of Uganda is committed to utilize
Minister launches distribution of iron sheets in Busoga sub-region, highlights achievements
By: Senyonga Derrick The State Minister for Luwero Triangle, Hon. Alice K. Kaboyo, last week launched the distribution of iron sheets in Busoga sub-region. The Minister, who also doubles as the in charge of Busoga
How Regional Festivals popularised SDGs
By: Pascal Kwesiga KAMPALA In a bid to localise the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the SDGs Secretariat in the Office of the Prime Minister held regional festivals and forums. The regional festivals and forums or
Minister Commissions Multi-billion Markets in Amuria
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO AMURIA - The State Minister for Teso Affairs, Dr. Ongalo-Obote Clement Kenneth, has commissioned two markets in Amuria District, totalling to an investment of Shs1.7 billion. The two facilities, Wera Livestock Market
Prime Minister warns Head teachers against illegal charges in Government-aided schools
By: Ismael Kasooha KYANKWANZI The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has re-echoed her stern warning to Secondary School Head teachers against illegal charges in government-aided schools. Nabbanja said that H.E the President Yoweri
Greater-Luwero Leaders demand for Special Affirmative Programme to address their concerns, Welcome Agricultural Expos
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah met leaders from Greater Luwero and asked them to embrace the campaign of farmer mobilisation as a continuation of the President’s wealth creation campaign done at
PM meets Local Development Partners group co-chairs, appeals to UN and other partners to support government in PDM
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has met Local Development Partners group co-chairs led by the United Nations Resident Country Coordinator Susan Namondo and other Ambassadors from the European
Prime Minister Nabbanja commissions 57bn PPDA and URF Tower, calls for effectiveness in service delivery
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has commissioned the sh57.4bn tower jointly constructed by Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets (PPDA) and Uganda Road Fund (URF) in Nakasero, Kampala. In
Over 700 units of blood collected during the Greater Mubende Agriculture Expo
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala When a person hears of the Agriculture expo one may think it’s only about agricultural promotion, but it wasn’t the case with this expo. As farmers were being taken into
Government to support animal breeders to improve production and productivity in the livestock sector, says Premier Nabbanja
By: Ismael Kasooha Kyankwanzi/Kiboga The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has revealed that the government will support farmers to get quality breeds to improve production and productivity in the country. “As government we shall support individual
President Museveni challenges married couples to adopt correct ways of Wealth Creation
By: Ismael Kasooha MBARARA President Yoweri Museveni has asked married couples to understand and adopt correct ways of wealth creation and then work together to fight poverty. The President’s message was delivered by the Prime
PM starts mobilisation of leaders for the Farmer Education, Mobilisation, Value addition and Service delivery Campaign
By: Ismael Kasooha MUBENDE The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has begun the mobilization of local leaders to embrace the campaign of farmer mobilisation as a continuation of the President’s Wealth Creation campaign done
PM launches the Election roadmap for 2025/2026, assures the Commission of Government’s commitment
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has launched the Strategic Plan 2022/2023-2026/2027 and Roadmap for the 2025/2026 General Elections in the country. “As the Leader of Government
PM meets industrialists in Milan, appeals to them to invest in Uganda
By: Ismael Kasooha MILAN The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah met a group of industrialists in the Italian City of Milan who are training youths in skills. Nabbanja was leading a Ugandan
Italian farm offers to transfer cattle breeding technology to Uganda, donates 1000 doses of Friesian semen for cattle
By: Ismael Kasooha ITALY Alan farm, an agricultural high technology farm engaged in cattle keeping, has offered to transfer cattle breeding technology to Uganda to improve milk production. Alan farm is located in Sinistra, 167,
PM Nabbanja meets Pope Francis; the Pontiff wants the Anti-homosexuality law reviewed
By: Ismael Kasooha VATICAN The Holy Father, Pope Francis has met Uganda’s Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja at the Vatican and asked the government to review the Anti-Homosexuality law. “The Pope said that they support the
Ugandans in Rwanda appeal to Government on challenges they face
By: Ismael Kasooha KIGALI Ugandan business persons living and operating in Rwanda have appealed to the government to prevail over manufacturers to produce products that conform to standards. This follows concerns raised by the
Late Archbishop Paul Bakyenga to be accorded official burial
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Government has declared that the late Archbishop Emeritus of Mbarara Archdiocese Most Rev. Paul Bakyenga shall be accorded an official burial. Bakyenga who was the Archbishop of Mbarara from
PM Nabbanja calls for more trade between Rwanda and Uganda
By: Ismael Kasooha Kigali The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has stressed the need to increase trade volumes between Uganda and Rwanda. “As you know, Uganda and Rwanda have enjoyed warm bilateral relations
DINU mini grids changing lives of women, children in Lamwo
In the heart of Lamwo District, amid the quiet Paloga Village, Winfred Adokorach, a 25-year-old tailor and a mother of one, strongly recalls a childhood covered in darkness during the nights. Born and raised
Isingiro District emerges the best performing Local Government
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Isingiro District Local Government emerged at the best performing Local Government in the country for the 2022 Local Governments Assessment done by the Office of the Prime Minister. The National
National Planning Authority lays Strategies for NDP IV
By Ismael Kasooha Kyankwanzi The National Planning Authority (NPA) has concluded a two week retreat at the National Leadership Training Institute Kyankwanzi to assess the progress of the National Development Plan III (NDP III)
Prime Minister launches new campaign to boost agriculture
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has unveiled a new campaign to facilitate the transformation of the agricultural sector. The campaign, which will involve holding agricultural expos in various villages around the
North Ankole Diocese holds Thanksgiving prayers for President Museveni for healing from Covid-19
By: Ismael Kasooha KIRUHURANorth Ankole diocese of the Anglican Church on Saturday held special thanksgiving prayers to congratulate President Yoweri Museveni upon healing from Covid-19. The prayers were organized by the Bishop of North
PM unveils the Farmer Education, Mobilisation, Value addition and Service delivery campaign
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has unveiled a programme as a continuation of the President’s Wealth Creation Campaign done at regional level. Nabbanja said that His Excellency the President
Government bans timber export, orders for immediate suspension of clearing of Bugoma forest
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The National Policy Committee on Environment has resolved to ban the export of timber and canceled all licenses and permits issued in this regard as one way of protecting the environment
PM Nabbanja meets Saudi Ambassador to Uganda, Assures him of continued cooperation between the two countries
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja on Tuesday met the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ambassador to Uganda H.E Jamal Muhammad Hassan and discussed a wide range of issues between the two sister countries.
Nabbanja meets Korea Special Envoy, discuss strategies to cement bilateral relations
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja today met the Special Envoy of the President of the Republic of Korea JANG SUNG MIN and they discussed a wide range of bilateral issues at
Government to upgrade 6 Aerodromes, says Prime Minister
By: Ismael Kasooha ENTEBBE The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has revealed that the government will upgrade 6 Aerodromes in the country next financial year. “The president has instructed us to ensure
Turkish Ambassador to Uganda meets the Prime Minister, discuss bilateral relations to foster trade and investment
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has met the Turkish Ambassador to Uganda H.E Mehemet Fatih who called on her at the office in Kampala. Nabbanja and
President Museveni appeals to Universities to offer courses that are in tandem with current job trends
By: Ismael Kasooha BUSITEMA President Yoweri Museveni has asked universities and other tertiary institutions to offer courses that can feed the current job market especially the private sector. This was contained in the
PM Nabbanja challenges the people of Busoga to embrace government programmes to improve household incomes
By: Ismael Kasooha MAYUGE The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has asked the people of Busoga sub region especially Mayuge District to embrace government programmes aimed at improving household incomes. The Prime Minister
DINU empowers youths to create new sources of livelihoods
BY ISAIAH KITIMBO More than 1,000 youths from 41 districts in Northern Uganda have been empowered with crucial vocational skills to create new sources of livelihoods following three months of intense training in agriculture
Government to focus on Luwero, Nakasongola and Nakaseke for Akasiimo says Minister
By: Ismael Kasooha KAKUMIRO The Minister of State for Luwero/Rwenzori Affairs Alice Kaboyo has said that the government, through her Ministry will first focus on three Districts for Akasiimo. “This coming Financial Year
President Museveni commends Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom for Socio-Economic transformation
By: Ismael Kasooha HOIMA President Yoweri Museveni has lauded Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom for its commendable role in the socio-economic transformation of the people in Bunyoro sub region. He congratulated the Omukama of Bunyoro Kitara
DRDIP improves Education in Refugee Hosting Districts
By: Robert Owiny It was 19th century French poet, Alfred Mercier who held that, “what we learn with pleasure we never forget”. Indeed, learning in a pleasant environment boosts learners’ understanding, motivates teachers, enhances better outputs and improves learning outcomes. This
Sacrifice & self-denial important for National Development – President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha NAMUGONGO President Yoweri Museveni has said that the spirit of sacrifice and self-denial is important for propelling individual and National Development. “I urge all the people of Uganda to emulate the spirit
President Museveni calls for local alternatives to plastics as the World commemorates Environment Day
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala President Yoweri Museveni has called for the promotion of local alternatives to plastics that have proven very dangerous to the environment. “There should be promotion of local alternatives to the use
President Museveni calls upon African countries to support each other in trade
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA President Yoweri Museveni has asked African countries to desist from the habit of importing products that are produced by fellow African countries. The president’s message was delivered by the Prime
Hope returns to the people of Isingiro as their most pressing need is addressed by government
By: Ismael Kasooha Isingiro As the saying goes; ‘water is life’, the people of Isingiro have been finding it difficult to access clean and safe water for decades. Janefer Munkundire, 32, a mother of
Performing Artistes form federation, appeal to Government on Copyright Law
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Performing Artistes and Musicians in the country have formed a Federation and asked the government to expedite the process of formulating a law that regulates the music industry in the country.
Demonstrations cannot resolve your concerns, PM cautions Intern doctors
By: Ismael Kasooha Kyankwanzi The prime minister Robinah Nabbanja has asked health workers especially intern doctors to desist from demonstrations and strikes whenever they have grievances with the government. “Intern doctors are synonymous with
PM orders RDCs and ISO to verify PDM beneficiaries
By: Ismael Kasooha Kakumiro Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has instructed Resident District Commissioners and Internal security personnel to verify all persons selected to benefit from the Parish Development Model (PDM). This follows reports from
Minister launches storage facility in Terego
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO TEREGO The Minister of State for Northern Uganda Rehabilitation, Hon. Grace Freedom Kwiyucwiny, has commissioned a storage facility and a milling plant for oil seed farmers at Bileafe Sub-county in Terego
PS Muhakanizi accorded 11-gun salute as he is laid to rest; President Museveni challenges Economists to emulate him
By: Ismael Kasooha LYANTONDE Thousands of mourners on Sunday thronged Kabula village in Lyantonde District to send off the late Keith Muhakanizi, the former Permanent Secretary to the Office of the Prime Minister and
PS Muhakanizi body to be returned on Thursday, OPM holds special prayers in his honor
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The body of the fallen Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister Keith Muhakanizi will be brought into the country on Thursday and not Wednesday as earlier planned.
Government to accord PS Keith Muhakanizi official burial
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Government of Uganda is to accord an official burial to the fallen Permanent Secretary to the Office of the Prime Minister, Keith Muhakanizi. Keith Muhakanizi passed away on the
President Museveni eulogizes the Late Bishop Albert Baharagate, describes him as a great religious leader who worked for unity and peace
By: Ismael Kasooha HOIMA President Yoweri Museveni has mourned the death of Bishop Emeritus Edward Albert Baharagate and said that the country had lost a great religious leader who used his position as Bishop to
PM Nabbanja tasks leaders on effective service delivery
By: Ismael Kasooha KYANKWANZI The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has tasked local government leaders to passionately serve the Country in line with the four principles of the National Resistance Movement-NRM ideology. “Local Governments are
The UN sets priorities for 2023 for Uganda
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The United Nations (UN) has set priorities for Uganda for the year 2023 through the Sustainable Development Framework . “We are prioritizing Development of key agricultural value chains, Promotion of
President Museveni hails Rotary International for serving the under-privileged
By: Ismael Kaasooha MUNYONYO President Yoweri Museveni has hailed Rotary International for offering services to the under-privileged communities in Uganda. “I would like to hail the spirit of the Rotarians, whose focus on giving
OPM Senior managers complete Leadership and Governance training; challenged on service delivery improvement
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Senior managers at the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) have been challenged to adapt to skills imparted in them during the 3-day training to improve service delivery in the country.
OPM Senior Managers undergo training to improve performance
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Senior managers at the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) are undergoing a Leadership and Governance training aimed at enhancing performance in service delivery. The training is taking place at
PM Nabbanja assures scientists of Government support to innovations
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has assured scientists that President Yoweri Museveni and the NRM government is committed to supporting their work aimed at developing the country through innovations. Nabbanja made
Government issues land titles to over 4,000 families & Institutions in Bunyangabu
By: Ismael Kasooha BUNYANGABU The government of Uganda has given out 4,454 free Mailo land titles to vulnerable families and institutions in Bunyangabu district in the Rwenzori sub region. Over 4,000 families and 50 institutions
Government moves to revamp the non-operational Tororo Phosphate facility
By: Ismael Kasooha TORORO The Government of Uganda has moved to revamp the Guaugzhou Dongsong Energy (U) LTD phosphate manufacturing plant located in Tororo District. The multi-million-dollar project has stalled since 2021 after losing funding
OPM partners with police to promote security in Karamoja
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO KAMPALA The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has partnered with the Uganda Police Force (UPF) to construct and equip seven Community Police Posts and staff quarters with an aim of
PM challenges farmers to add value to their produce, embrace commercial agriculture
By: Ismael Kasooha Mubende The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has asked farmers to strive to add value to their produce if they are to benefit from agriculture. Nabbanja made the remarks on Sunday while
Apaa land encroachers given a 90-Day ultimatum to vacate.
By: Ismael Kasooha Adjumani/Amuru The Government of Uganda has issued a three months’ ultimatum for all the encroachers in East Madi Wildlife Reserve and Zoka Central Forest Reserve to vacate or face forceful eviction. Apaa
President Museveni challenges PWDs representatives on Wealth Creation
By: Ismael Kasooha Kyankwanzi President Yoweri Museveni has challenged leaders of People With Disabilities (PWDs) to mobilize the people they lead to actively get involved in government programmes of wealth creation. The president’s message was
President Museveni cautions the Judiciary against corruption
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala President Yoweri Museveni has cautioned the Judiciary against corruption tendencies but rather serve all people indiscriminately. “The role of the Judiciary is to deliver quality and timely justice. That is what
Mt. Elgon homesteads in landslide prone areas to be given 17M each to relocate
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala The Government of Uganda has earmarked a compensation package of shs.17 million to relocate homesteads settled in landslide prone areas in Elgon region. The affected homesteads are expected to use that
DINU sponsors 500 District Extension staff to acquire skills to improve farming in Northern Uganda
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO KAMPALA. In a bid to promote better farming practices, a total of 546 extension staff selected from 29 districts in Northern Uganda have been empowered with practical skills to improve advisory
President Museveni warns District Service Commissions against selling jobs
Kakumiro By: Ismael Kasooha President Yoweri Museveni has warned District Service Commissions against 'selling Local Government jobs'. “I have heard the Bazukulu crying about the District Service Commissions selling Local Government jobs. I have heard
DINU empowers 160 youths with vocational skills to create jobs
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO MADI-OKOLLO. A total of 160 young people from the five districts of Arua, Madi-Okollo, Nebbi, Pakwach and Zombo have been empowered with crucial vocational skills to create new sources of livelihoods
80 DINU Sponsored youths graduate in vocational skills at Amelo
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO ADJUMANI. A total of 80 young people from the five districts of Adjumani, Moyo, Amuru, Lamwo, and Nwoya have been empowered with crucial vocational skills to create new sources of livelihoods following
Nabbanja wants the UPDF deployed in schools to strengthen inspection
By Ismael Kasooha Kyankwanzi Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja wants the intervention of Uganda People’s Defense Force (UPDF) in the education sector to address prevailing challenges, especially inspection. “When the President deployed the UPDF in
VP appeals to teachers on moral decadence, assures them of government commitment to address their concerns
Ismael Kasooha Kakumiro The Vice President Major (Rtd) Jessica Alupo has asked teachers in the country to address the challenge of high moral decadence which is affecting the teaching of children. Alupo made the
PM challenges the SDA to embrace Government Programmes
By: Ismael Kasooha Hoima Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has asked Seventh Day Adventists (SDA) believers to embrace government programmes aimed at improving household incomes and livelihoods. “All programmes that the government
DINU Project boosting sesame production in West Nile & Acholi
BY: JOEL MUWANGUZI & HASSAN OKIRING MOYO After realising the potential of the Acholi and West Nile sub regions to become a powerhouse as far as oil seed production is concerned, a consortium of three
PM cautions Kabale against land fragmentation as Government distributes 4000 land titles
By: Ismael Kasooha Kabale The Government of Uganda has distributed 4,000 Customary Certificates of Land Registration to residents of Kabale District. The objective of the exercise was to secure people’s land and also ensure there
East Africa’s biggest trade fair opens in Kampala as President M7 calls for integration to tap into the World market
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala President Yoweri Museveni has asked countries in the East African Community and Africa in general to integrate to create bigger markets to tap into the world market for the development of the continent.
PM receives 4IR strategy report, commits Government to implement it
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala The 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) task force has completed its work and handed over the Strategy report to the Prime Minister for action. The mission of the strategy is “To transform and
OPM launches DINU handbook to promote accountability and service delivery
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO MOROTO – The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has launched a handbook aimed at promoting good governance and accountability at the District Local Governments (DLGs) level in Northern Uganda. Titled, “Laws,
1st Japan-Uganda Business forum held in Tokyo, PM Nabbanja appeals to Japanese companies to invest in Uganda
By: Ismael Kasooha Tokyo Uganda has held its first ever Japan-Uganda Business Forum in Tokyo, Japan to attract Japanese investors and business community to Uganda. The main objective of the Uganda-Japan Business Forum is
Government reveals plan to eliminate Nodding Disease Syndrome in northern Uganda
By: Joyce Babirye The Nodding Disease Syndrome has affected thousands of children in districts across Northern Uganda since 2003 when the first case was registered in Kitgum District. Approximately 1,700 children are currently reported
OPM commissions police post to heighten security in Abim
BY ISAIAH KITIMBO ABIM The government has commissioned the newly established Morulem Community Police Post and staff accommodation facilities in Abim District aimed at improving safety and security in the district. The facility is
PM Nabbanja addresses the 1st Asia-Pacific and African summit in Japan, urges Governments to prioritize food security
By: Ismael Kasooha Tokyo Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja Monday addressed the 1st Asia-Pacific and Africa women’s economic summit and asked Governments to prioritize food security for the good of children and mothers. While addressing First
Minister launches storage facility, residents call for DINU successor programme
BY ISAIAH KITIMBO OTUKE. The Minister of State for Northern Uganda Rehabilitation, Hon. Grace Freedom Kwiyucwiny, has commissioned a storage facility for Olilim Acan Kwete Farmers’ Cooperative in Otuke District. The Minister asked farmers
Asia Pacific and Africa leaders sign Commitment Declaration to ensure sustainable food production and clean water
By: Ismael Kasooha Tokyo First Ladies and women leaders from the Asia Pacific and Africa have today signed a declaration committing themselves to adopt technologies to ensure sustainable food production and clean water that
Minister opens Shs490m DINU Agro-investment hub in Gulu
BY ISAIAH KITIMBO GULU The Minister of State for Northern Uganda Rehabilitation, Hon. Grace Freedom Kwiyucwiny, has commissioned a Shs493.7 million agro-investment hub in Gulu, which aims to facilitate inputs and outputs for agro-business
Government to review Public service standing orders to streamline service delivery
By Ismael Kasooha Kampala Government is in the final stages of reviewing the Public Service Standing Orders to streamline service delivery and deal with corruption among civil servants in the country. This was revealed
PM refuses to commission Health facility over shoddy works, Orders contractor to rectify the defects
By Ismael Kasooha Kakumiro Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has refused to commission Kitaihuka Health Center III in Kitaihuka Sub County Kakumiro District worth over sh500 million over shoddy works and lack of value
Obstetricians and gynecologists ask government to prioritize reduction of maternal deaths
By Ismael Kasooha Kampala Health workers have tasked the government to strengthen interventions aimed at reducing the high maternal mortality rate in the country. Through their umbrella body; Association of Obstetricians and gynecologists of
Government committed to support Science and Innovations
By Ismael Kasooha Kampala The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has reiterated the government's commitment to support science and innovations to spur development in the country. Nabbanja pledged the government’s full support towards
UJCC seeks government support to implement community projects
By Ismael Kasooha Kampala A delegation from the Uganda Joint Christian Council (UJCC) has met with the Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja and discussed partnerships and budgetary support to implement community development Church projects.
MPs blamed for the poor state of roads in Wakiso, Entebbe Municipal Engineer arrested
By Ismael Kasooha Wakiso The continued absence of Members of parliament from Wakiso District to sit on the District Roads Committee (DRC) has led to failure by the district to maintain roads. The Chief
Prime Minister assures the people of West Nile of Government’s commitment to extend services closer
By: Ismael Kasooha Maracha Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has assured the people of West Nile that the NRM government is committed to serving them to improve their livelihoods. Nabbanja was on Saturday presiding over the
Greater Mukono leaders disagree on utilization of government funds; accuse LG leaders of not following road fund guidelines
By: Ismael Kasooha Mukono There were disagreements between members of Parliament and Local Government leaders over the use of funds sent by the Central Government, especially the road infrastructure sector. During an accountability meeting organized
Sow seeds of love and unity – President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha Hoima President Yoweri Museveni has called upon the Church to continue sowing the seeds of love, unity, discipline, sacrifice, hard work, integrity and patriotism among the people. The president’s message was
Minister urges DINU implementing partners on project impact
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO KAMPALA. The Minister for General Duties Justine Kasule Lumumba has asked implementing partners (IPs) of the Development Initiative for Northern Uganda (DINU) to ensure that they implement projects that aim to
District officials held over suspicious accountabilities as PM identifies gaps in Local Government Service delivery
By: Ismael Kasooha MPIGI Many gaps have been identified in service delivery as the Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah leads an inter-ministerial and agency probe into service delivery. During one of the public hearings,
Focus on Prevention – Nabbanja to Cancer Institute as patient numbers soar
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has asked Uganda Cancer Institute, Mulago to prioritize the prevention of cancer to reduce the high numbers at the institute. Cancer is a disease in which abnormal
Improvement of quality & quantity of exports needed for favourable competition on the world market – PM Nabbanja
By: Ismael KasoohaKampalaPrime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has challenged the private sector actors to improve on both the quality and quantity of exports if Ugandan products are to compete favourably on the world market. “As Government, we
President Museveni mourns Mzee James Rweteega, describes him as a man who treasured his culture
By: Ismael Kasooha KAZO President Yoweri Museveni has mourned the passing away of Lay Canon James Rweteega of Kazo District and described him as a person who loved and treasured his culture. “I received the
Hunger in some parts of the country is an embarrassment-PM Nabbanja
By: Ismael Kasooha WAKISO Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has decried some parts of Uganda being hit by hunger as an embarrassment to the Pearl of Africa. “Due to a number of factors,
Cross-border preparedness in the fight against outbreaks is crucial-Premier
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala Prime minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has said that cross-border preparedness in the fight against disease outbreaks is timely and crucial because health security does not know borders. " From history,
Economic empowerment is the foundation of independence & decision making – Prime Minister Nabbanja
By: Ismael Kasooha Entebbe The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has said that Economic empowerment is the foundation of independence and decision making. “An economically empowered woman who has an income and has
President Museveni roots for bigger market, Lauds manufacturers for transforming the economy
By: Ismael KasoohaKampalaPresident Yoweri Museveni has said that Uganda supports the integration of the East African and African market of 1.2 billion people because a bigger market is good news for Uganda’s surplus commodities.This was contained
Teso Affairs Ministry Fast-tracks the Implementation of Government Programs in Kalaki District
By: Joyce Babirye and Vincent Kisirinko Katakwi During the Monitoring of service delivery in Kalaki District, the Minister of State for Teso Affairs Hon. Dr. Ongalo-Obote Clement Kenneth revealed government plans to intensify strategic interventions
PM assures Mulago National Referral Hospital of more support, commends them for their commitment to serve
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has assured the management and staff of Mulago National Referral Hospital of the government's commitment to support them in serving the country. “The government
Government assures the private sector of addressing bottlenecks hindering free trade
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala The government of Uganda has assured the private sector players that all bottlenecks hindering free trade will be addressed to enable businesses to thrive. “The president has directed that all roadblocks
Government lifts ban on activities of Rwenzori Rare Metals in Busoga
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala The government of Uganda has lifted the ban on mining activities for Rwenzori Rare Metals (RRM) in Busoga sub regions. In May this year, the Prime Minister, Robinah Nabbanja, ordered
President Museveni challenges Christian Ministry to help followers achieve decent standards of living
By: Ismael Kasooha Tororo President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has asked the Christian Ministry to help the followers to achieve decent standards of living here on earth. This was contained in his message delivered for
PM lauds Chinese interventions to Uganda’s Development agenda
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has lauded the contribution by the Chinese government to the development of Uganda for over 60 years. “The relationship between China and Uganda, and
Government launches a National Health Security Plan to combat emerging infectious disease threats in the country
By: Joyce Babirye and Kisiriko Vincent The National Action Plan for Health Security Monitoring and Operational Planning brings together Ministries, Departments and Agencies in the human and animal health related disciplines to strengthen the
Evidence to Action Researchers meet to evaluate the impact of research on development projects in Uganda & Africa amidst COVID-19
By: Joyce Babirye and Kisiriko Vincent Africa development agenda 2063 is based on grounds that the continent has to cop-up with the emerging development challenges right from food security, technology, price fluctuations of essential commodities,
Government launches a resource mobilization strategy for the National Disaster Risk Management Plan
By: Joyce Babirye and Kisiriko Vincent The Statistical Disaster Monitoring Network ranks Uganda 15th in the world and first in Africa for disasters. This is due to the enormous disasters the country has experienced
PM Nabbanja reiterates Uganda’s committment to Women Emancipation at the UN Women Leaders’ Summit
By: Robert Kyomuhendo New York - Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has reiterated Uganda's commitment towards women emancipation during the United Nations General Assembly platform of Women Leaders. During her presentation today in the conference
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, at the British High Commission in Kamwokya - Kampala. The Prime Minister was received by the British High Commissioner to Uganda, H.E.
MPs from fishing communities demand to meet the president, ask for affirmative action
Members of Parliament representing the fishing constituencies from across the country have asked the government to consider them for an affirmative action like what is being done for Karamojong cattle rustlers. The MPs made the
President M7 sends condolences to Kasese land slide victims and support to those hospitalized
President Yoweri Museveni has condoled with the families and relatives that lost their dear ones as a result of landslides that hit Kasese early this week. The president's message was delivered by a team of
New police posts to boost security in Karamoja
BY ISAIAH KITIMBO ABIM – The security situation in Karamoja Sub-region is set to improve following the construction of the seven community police posts and accommodation facilities for police officers. Last year, Office of
DINU builds two slaughterhouses to improve beef quality in Moroto
BY: NORAH NAMONO MOROTO: Moroto District in Karamoja Sub-region is a semi-arid area and residents’ livelihoods predominantly depend on livestock. However, the quality of the meat consumed on the market has been a big
PM Orders forensic audit of Karamoja Programmes
By Ismael Kasooha Moroto The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has called for the audit of the investments and funds that have been pumped into the Karamoja sub-region for quite
Construction of 7 police posts in Karamoja nears completion
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO MOROTO – Construction of the seven community police posts aimed at improving safety and security for economic development in Karamoja Sub-region has registered steady progress with many sites set for completion
Busega Market Contractor given a two-month ultimatum to rectify structural defects
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Busega Market Contractor has been put on notice to rectify structural defects within two months. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja issued the directive at the New Busega Market in Rubaga Division,
Government rallies development partners for support in the Elgon region
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, on Tuesday chaired a multi-sectoral meeting to receive an update on the flood disaster situation which occurred in Mbale City. Development partners who
First Lady Janet Museveni concerned over the high child labour rates in Busoga, challenges the people not to wait for government
By: Ismael Kasooha IGANGA The First Lady and Minister for Education and Sports Mrs. Janet Kataha Museveni has expressed concern over the high rates of child labour in Busoga sub region that is
Prime Minister rushes to Elgon region to assess the extent of damage of floods, blames it on environmental degradation
By Ismael Kasooha Mbale The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has condoled with the people of Elgon sub region who lost their dear ones as a result of floods that swept the low-lying
Kampala City Boda riders to register by September 1st – PM Nabbanja
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, has directed all Boda boda riders in Kampala City, to urgently comply with the ongoing registration exercise. “All Boda boda riders must register with the authority and
President Museveni wants Trade imbalance between Uganda and European Union addressed
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA President Yoweri Museveni has asked the French Government and European Union countries in general to tackle the trade imbalance that exists between Uganda and the developed countries of Europe. “There is
600Bn earmarked for Security Roads as Governement seeks to address Karamoja region concerns
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister has convened an inter-ministerial committee meeting to address the salient issues affecting Karamoja and neighbouring districts. This follows concerns raised by members of Parliament from Karamoja that
Government dispatches food relief to Karamoja sub-region
BY DOREEN NASASIRA The Minister of Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Hon. Eng Hilary Onek has flagged off food to be distributed to areas that have been famine struck in the Karamoja sub-region. The
Uganda hosts 3rd APRM Continental Youth Symposium
BY DOREEN NASASIRA President Museveni has called upon the youth to build synergies towards creating a secure and prosperous Africa. He said the mission of the youth should be geared towards economic prosperity and
COVID-19 Testing Lab at Entebbe Airport to close, Government to intensify vaccination campaign
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala The COVID-19 Task Force has met to review the status report and give guidance to the country on management of the Pandemic. The task force recommended among others, the closure
Premier Nabbanja, Karamoja sub region MPs meet to address hunger situation in the region
By: Ismael Kasooha Kampala The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, today held a meeting with Karamoja sub region Members of Parliament, to follow up on the looming hunger crisis in Karamoja. The meeting took place
PM Nabbanja hands over security vehicles to the Judiciary
By Ismael Kasooha Kampala The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has handed over the first consignment of vehicles to boost the security of Judges in the country. The handover ceremony took place at the
Mindset change is key in addressing child Marriages -says President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha KUMI President Yoweri Museveni has said that mindset change is key for wealth creation and is a factor for ending Child Marriage and Teenage Pregnancy in Uganda. In a message delivered
Government searching for a permanent solution to Mt. Elgon forest encroachment
By: Ismael Kasooha MBALE Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja today held a multi sector meeting, aimed at finding a permanent solution to Mt. Elgon Forest encroachment. The meeting included line Ministers, Elgon sub region MPs and
Phase II of the National Information Platforms for Nutrition launched
By: BERNADETTE NDEMA Officials from different public and private sectors, on 7th July, 2022 gathered in the Office of the Prime Minister’s conference hall to witness the launch of Phase II of the National
Premier meets Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has held a meeting with a delegation from Iran and discussed issues to do with strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries. “Uganda and
Prime Minister launches Phase II of Project to address malnutrition in Uganda
By: Ismael Kasooha The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has launched a 48 months’ National information platforms for nutrition (NIPN phase 11) project to address under nutrition and all forms of
PM Nabbanja discusses effective service delivery with leaders of the NRM Committees in Parliament
By: Ismael Kasooha The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has met Chairpersons and Vice Chairpersons of Committees in the Parliament of Uganda. The purpose was to consolidate teamwork that will ensure government business is
District Land Boards responsible for increased land conflicts – PM
By: Ismael Kasooha BULIISA Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has blamed district land boards in the country for increased land conflicts. Nabbanja said that some rich people processing and acquiring land titles on
PM Nabbanja irked by charging of expectant mothers in Gombe Government Hospital
By: Ismael Kasooha BUTAMBALA Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has banned payment by patients in all government hospitals especially expectant mothers who are charged by health workers for caesarean operation. This follows her
Gen. Katumba appeals to the people of Rakai to embrace PDM
By: Ismael Kasooha RAKAI The minister of works and transport Gen. Edward Katumba has asked the people of Rakai to transcend their differences in politics and help the local benefit from the Parish Development
Buvuma fishing community demand special consideration under PDM
By: Ismael Kasooha BUVUMA Residents of the Islands’ district of Buvuma are demanding special consideration under the parish development model (PDM) to address the biting poverty in the area. The district of Buvuma is made
Butambala leaders agree to promote PDM for the good of the common person
By: Ismael Kasooha BUTAMBALA The opposition-dominated Butambala District leaders have agreed to bury their hatchet and promote the Parish Development Model for the good of the common person. This was during the PDM rollout
Mityana Diocese Vicar General asks Government to stay distribution of PDM money to beneficiaries
By: Ismael Kasooha MITYANA The Mityana Diocese Vicar General Msgr. Lawrence Mukasa has asked government not to rush in giving out Parish Development model cash but ensure the beneficiaries are sensitized first to achieve its
Prime Minister lauds Kagadi teachers for being patriotic as they continue teaching
By: Ismael Kasooha KAGADI Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has lauded Teachers in Kagadi District for being patriotic as they continued teaching despite the industrial action orchestrated by the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU). “I have
Uganda organizing the 3rd Africa Youth APRM Continental Symposium
The Government of Uganda in Partnership with the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) Continental Secretariat, the African Governance Architecture and other Development Partners is organizing the 3rd Africa Youth APRM Continental Symposium, under the
Prime Minister to embark on enforcing free education in government Aided schools
By: Ismael Kasooha MASINDI Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has revealed that she will now turn her guns to the enforcement of free education in government Aided schools as soon as the Parish
Uganda making strides in achieving SDGs
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA In 2015, world leaders adopted the 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) to be attained by 2030. In a report released on Thursday by the Office of the prime minister it is
President Museveni Hails Faith of Unity for promoting oneness, donates brand new vehicle to the leader
By: Ismael Kasooha KAGADI President Yoweri Museveni has lauded the faith of unity believers for promoting unity in diversity which is one of the core principles of the National Resistance Movement-(NRM). In the president’s
Uganda has the necessary economic base to develop, says President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA President Yoweri Museveni has said that Uganda has the necessary economic base for development and socio-economic development despite the hiccups in the world economy. “We have established the necessary economic base
PM Robinah Nabbanja meets World Bank delegation, assures them of government’s commitment on social protection
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has met a delegation from the World Bank who called on her in Kampala on Wednesday and assured them of the Government’s
Let’s exercise our faith, Not mere talks – President Museveni
By: Ismael Kasooha NAMUGONGO President Yoweri Museveni has asked Ugandans to transcend barriers and exercise their faith with works and not mere talk. “Let us therefore exercise our faith with works and not mere
Start income generating projects and avoid reliance on Parishioners – Museveni to Churches
By: Ismael Kasooha MUKONO President Yoweri Museveni has challenged churches to start up projects that sustain its leaders and activities to cause growth of the Church for it to thrive amidst challenging times. “The NRM
Uganda joins United Kingdom to celebrate Queen’s birthday and platinum jubilee
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Government of Uganda on Tuesday evening joined the British High Commission in Uganda to celebrate and congratulate Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Government and people of the United Kingdom, upon
Ibanda district leaders request for more funding to Parish Community Associations
By: Ismael Kasooha IBANDA Leaders in Ibanda District have appealed to the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) to increase its support to the Parish Community Associations to cover the entire district. Happy Herbert
Born again churches request for a ‘National Thanksgiving Day’ in the country
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA Leaders of Born again churches in Uganda have requested the government to gazette 2nd April as a day for thanksgiving in honour of the Lord’s mercy onto the country. The
We shall replace you with the unemployed trained health worker – PM to striking nurses
By: Ismael Kasooha KAKUMIRO The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has warned nurses and midwives against striking or else they would be doing it at their own risk. Nabbanja made the remarks while
‘Involve the local people in road projects’ – PM to Road Contractors
NAKASEKE The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has asked road contractors in the country to always involve the local people so that they can own these projects. The residents in the area have complained that
DINU beneficiaries in Karamoja reaping big
BY: CARE TEAM The Development Initiative for Northern Uganda (DINU), is a Government of Uganda programme supported by the European Union and supervised by Office of the Prime Minister. CARE Denmark is one of
Nobody shall frustrate government efforts to develop oil – Tayebwa
By: Ismael Kasooha KAKUMIRO The deputy speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa has warned that no activist will frustrate the development of oil and gas in Uganda. Tayebwa was representing the Speaker of
DINU implementing partners advised on sustainable projects
BY: ISAIAH KITIMBO WAKISO The Commissioner Monitoring and Evaluation – Local Governments at Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), Mr. Gonzaga Mayanja, has urged implementing partners of the Development Initiative for Northern Uganda (DINU) programme
DINU intervention is tangible – Karamoja leaders
BY CARE TEAM The participation of both community members and the local governments in the implementation of the DINU programme activities is critical for sustaining programme gains and promoting ownership. “If you wait to involve
Ukraine crisis shouldn’t overshadow the Refugee humanitarian crisis elsewhere – Nabbanja
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has said that the crisis in Ukraine should not overshadow the huge humanitarian refugee crisis in other parts of the world including Uganda.
Don’t delay marriage – President Museveni to the youths
By: Ismael Kasooha AGAGO President Yoweri Museveni has implored young people on marriage called for continued nurturing and giving children good upbringing to enable them ably handle their adult lives. This was contained
Prime Minister Nabbanja warns the people of Busoga against Growing sugar cane, cautions on wetland degradation
By: Ismael Kasooha BUGWERI The Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja has echoed the President's caution against land fragmentation, the need for appropriate enterprise selection and support for the Parish Development Model. “The people of
Hon. Anyakun Directs Refugees from DR Congo to Register
By: Joyce Babirye Hon. Anyakun has directed all the refugees staying in the Bunagana border community to declare themselves to the authorities at Nyakabande Transit Centre in Kisoro District for registration. She said that
PM orders forensic audit of Nakaseke District over poor Service Delivery & Corruption reports
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja has ordered for a forensic audit of Nakaseke District following findings of widespread corruption and gaps in service delivery. While meeting leaders from Nakaseke
PM commissions Vaccine Access Initiative, lauds the private sector contribution
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has commissioned the first private vaccination and storage centre in Kampala, Vaccines Access Initiative (VAI). Nabbanja, who was accompanied by the
Uganda Martyrs’ University recognizes PM Nabbanja with a Testimonial award as she Challenges Graduands on work ethics
By: Ismael Kasooha MPIGI The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah has asked University Graduates to mind about their integrity and also have positive work ethics if they are to fit in
PM irked by absence of Senior Health workers at Ngoma HC IV during Impromptu visit
By: Ismael Kasooha NAKASEKE The Prime Minister of Uganda Robinah Nabbanja on Sunday evening made an impromptu visit to Ngoma Health Center IV in Nakaseke District only to find 4 staff out of the
Prime Minister assures Kiseka Market traders on development of the contested land
By: Ismael Kasooha KAMPALA The Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has assured traders in Kiseka market that the land that has been idle for several years will be developed at all costs. “The president
YUMBE: DRDIP Supported Fish Pond to improve Conservation & Household Income
By: Robert Owiny YUMBE A seasonal stream in the outskirt of Yumbe Town Council, Yumbe district in West Nile region of Uganda is ironically an impediment to evolving unplanned infrastructure within the town, thanks
DINU improves livelihoods in Teso sub region
By: Joyce Babirye The people of Teso sub-region have appealed for more funding from the Development Initiative for Northern Uganda (DINU) to support improvement of livelihoods. This was during meetings with the Minister for Teso