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Government Injects Shs101 Billion into Mbale Industrial Park
By Faith Kwagala Government has released Shs101 billion to construct 11 kilometres of roads in the Sino-Uganda Mbale Industrial Park, aiming to boost investment and job creation. Officials say an additional Shs5.1 billion will address electricity challenges, while Shs40 million has been allocated to fix drainage problems linked to Namatala swamp. The funding, part of…
SportPesa Introduces New Aviator Features to Boost Gaming
By Faith Kwagala SportPesa Global has introduced two new features, Aviator Rain and Aviator Challenge, to grow online gaming in Uganda. The company says the updates aim to increase player engagement and reward opportunities.Aviator Rain offers free bets during live gameplay, encouraging users to stay active and alert. Meanwhile, Aviator Challenge introduces structured competitions where…
Maize Farming Linked to Rising Malaria Risk in Uganda
By Faith Kwagala Researchers in Uganda are raising concern over new findings linking maize farming near homes to increased malaria risk. A study led by Makerere University School of Public Health shows that mosquito numbers rise during maize growing seasons, especially in the evening. Experts say stagnant water, poor storage, and outdoor farming activities create…
Fuel Shortage Bites as Prices Rise in Kampala
By Faith Kwagala Fuel shortages have entered the fifth day in Uganda, leaving motorists and transporters struggling to find supplies as prices continue to rise. Several stations in Kampala have begun rationing fuel per customer, worsening the situation.Despite assurances from the Ministry of Energy and the Uganda National Oil Company that supply remains stable, many…
Court Grants Children Final Say in Burial of Murdered Entebbe Couple
By Faith Kwagala The High Court has ruled that the children of a murdered Entebbe couple have the final say on their parents’ burial. The decision ends a nine-month dispute between the children and clan leaders over cultural burial practices. While the clan pushed for a traditional burial in Buddo, the children preferred cremation and…
Mystery as couple found dead in locked Mubende house
By Faith Kwagala Police in Mubende District are investigating the mysterious death of a young couple found inside their locked home. The victims, Ronald Tumusiime, 28, and his wife Justine Kamukama, 25, were discovered after neighbours heard their two-year-old child crying for hours. Authorities forced entry and found the bodies with serious injuries, suggesting a…
Uganda plans to stop exporting raw coffee to grow local processing
By Faith Kwagala Uganda is considering stopping the export of raw coffee to promote local processing and create more jobs. Officials say the move will help farmers earn more by adding value through roasting, packaging, and branding coffee within the country. Trade between Uganda and China has grown, offering a strong market for processed coffee,…
Former transport minister Monica Azuba dies
By Faith Kwagala Former Works and Transport Minister Monica Azuba Ntege has died, according to reports from sources close to her family. She reportedly passed away at Nakasero Hospital in Kampala, although official confirmation from government and relatives was still pending by press time.Azuba served in Cabinet from 2016 to 2019, overseeing key national infrastructure…
Among reveals business ties with Nandala Mafabi
By Faith Kwagala The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, has revealed that she co-owns a petrol station with Nandala Mafabi, the Forum for Democratic Change presidential candidate for 2026.Among made the disclosure during a parliamentary debate on the Value Added Tax Amendment Bill on April 21, 2026. She explained that their business relationship reflects…
Uganda’s Fuel Stocks Stable Despite Supply Concerns
By Faith Kwagala Uganda has enough fuel to last in the short term, according to a government update released on April 21, 2026. Officials say the country currently holds 70.5 million litres of petrol, enough for 19 days. Diesel stocks stand at 43.2 million litres, covering 12 days, while jet fuel reserves will last up…