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UCFFA Urges Ministry Action Against Floating Wetland in Lake Victoria

The Uganda Commercial Fish Farmers Association (UCFFA) has urgently called upon the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF) to intervene regarding a substantial wetland mass floating within the waters of Lake Victoria. In a letter dated Monday, Mr….

Shortfall in Secondary School Admissions for 2023 PLE Graduates Revealed

According to the Ministry of Education, at least 20 percent of the 648,662 candidates who passed the 2023 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) have not secured admission to any secondary school. This revelation follows the two-day Senior One selection exercise in…

FDC Considers Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal as Dokolo MP Nominee

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party, situated in Najjanankumbi, is considering nominating Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal as their candidate for the upcoming by-elections for the Dokolo Woman Member of Parliament seat. This vacancy arose following the demise of Cecilia Barbara…

Michelle Obama’s Second Grammy Win: A Triumph in Audio Excellence

Michelle Obama, the former First Lady of the United States, secured a prestigious Grammy Award for her outstanding achievement in the Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording category. This triumph marks her second Grammy win, acknowledging her audiobook titled…

Government’s Financial Strategy: Breaking Free from Ongoing Borrowing

The Finance Minister, Matia Kasaija, emphasized that the government cannot endlessly borrow to meet ongoing financial requests, some of which can be deferred, delayed, or eliminated. Addressing a pre-budget dialogue organized by the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group for the…

Vandals Apprehended: 20 Suspects in Custody for Road Furniture Damage

In a joint operation, the police and army have successfully apprehended 20 suspected vandals accused of causing damage to road furniture along the Northern bypass. The strategic operation involved the deployment of covert personnel, later reinforced by uniformed police officers…

Pia Pounds: Navigating Expectations After ‘Tupaate

Pia Pounds is addressing the high expectations her fans harbor for her to deliver another chart-topping hit, akin to the success of her single ‘Tupaate.’ Launched on September 25, 2020, ‘Tupaate’ not only dominated playlists for over a year but…

Comedian Maulana Faces Accusations of Parental Neglect Amid Ongoing Family Struggles

The renowned comedian from the Maulana and Reign duo finds himself facing accusations of neglecting three of his children, adding another chapter to the family issues that have shadowed him in the media for years. Maulana has consistently been implicated…

Late Mowzey Radio’s Father Declines Attendance at Annual Memorial Service: A Story of Disputes and Beliefs

The father of the late Mowzey Radio has made it clear that he is not inclined to attend the annual memorial service dedicated to his departed son. Every year, this commemorative event takes place at the burial site of the…

Potential Rift: Hilderman’s Remarks on Bobi Wine’s Criticism and the 34 Billion Saga

If any discord between Dr. Hilderman and his mentor, Bobi Wine, leads to potential conflict, it wouldn’t be surprising. Hilderman’s recent criticism directed at the acclaimed National Unity Platform (NUP) figure might lead to repercussions. There is a strong belief…