By Faith Kwagala The government has proposed a major salary increase for Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), deputy RDCs and assistant RDCs across Uganda. The proposal, presented before Parliament’s Presidential Affairs Committee, seeks to raise RDC salaries from UGX 2.29 million to UGX 9 million per month. Deputy RDCs would earn UGX 5 million, while assistant…
By Faith Kwagala Many business owners and freelancers know the frustration of clients who keep saying, “I’ll pay you tomorrow.” What starts as a small delay can later affect business cash flow, mental health, and even trust between clients and service providers.The article explains that one of the best ways to avoid payment problems is…
By Faith Kwagala A new report has raised concerns about the growing use of artificial intelligence in healthcare after researchers found that AI systems made errors in many medical diagnoses.The study by Harvard Medical School tested 21 AI systems, including GPT, Gemini and Claude, to see how accurately they could identify diseases from patient symptoms….
By Faith Kwagala President Yoweri Museveni has defended the recently passed sovereignty bill by warning against foreign interference in Uganda’s affairs. In a statement shared on X, Museveni congratulated NRM MPs for passing the bill, saying it aims to protect Uganda from outside political influence.Museveni linked his argument to the 1971 coup that brought Idi…
By Faith Kwagala The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called on government to release political activist Eddy Mutwe, saying the continued prosecution lacks strong evidence.Speaking at the Buganda Parliament in Bulange, Mengo, Mayiga urged authorities to reduce political tensions now that the election period is over. He said individuals arrested over what he…
By Faith Kwagala Makerere University has suspended the controversial 5% surcharge on late tuition payments for the current semester following concerns raised by Guild President Gracious Kadondi over students’ financial hardships.The decision was communicated in a letter signed by Acting Vice Chancellor Prof Sarah N. Ssali after consultations with university leadership. Earlier, the university had…
By Faith Kwagala The government has warned social media content creators against using children in humiliating or degrading online content.Outgoing State Minister for Children and Youth Affairs Balaam Barugahara said creators who force children into harmful videos risk violating Uganda’s laws protecting minors and personal privacy.Barugahara specifically mentioned content creator Chicken Chicken after videos surfaced…
By Faith Kwagala The Ministry of Health has started rolling out Lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention injection, in health facilities across Uganda. Officials say the drug can protect a person from HIV infection for six months with a single dose.Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng launched the injectable drug in Lira City on April 17, 2026….
By Faith Kwagala The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has temporarily relocated National ID issuance services from Kololo Ceremonial Grounds to Kitante Primary School ahead of President Yoweri Museveni’s swearing-in ceremony.According to NIRA, the relocation started on May 6 and will continue until May 12, 2026, to allow preparations for the presidential inauguration at…
By Faith Kwagala Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has warned Bank of Uganda Governor Michael Atingi-Ego over his public comments on the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026.The warning followed reports that Atingi-Ego raised concerns about the bill’s possible effects on Uganda’s economy and foreign exchange reserves. The governor reportedly described the proposed law…
