Christians advised to observe Lent with spiritual reflection
The Bishop of Kasese Diocese, Rt. Rev. Francis Aquirinus Kibira has urged Christians to meditate deeply on their inner attitude during the Lenten season, so as to learn oneself and process the convictions of the heart, spirit and soul.
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Committee Tasks Education Ministry to Resolve Former MTAC Staff Layoff Woes
Parliament’s Committee on Education and Sports has directed the Ministry of Education and Sports to address the plight of more than 60 former staff of the Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) who were affected following the institution’…
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Govt plans private-sector subsidies to expand affordable housing, tackle slums
Government is considering providing subsidies to the private sector to spur the construction of low-cost housing in both rural and urban areas, in a move aimed at curbing the rapid growth of slums.
The proposal was revealed by the Minister…
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‘Education, Sports Budget Cuts will affect AFCON preparations’
The Ministry of Education and Sports has warned that sharp budget reductions for the 2026/2027 financial year threaten key commitments in education and sports, including teacher salary enhancement, preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations (…
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Parliament Pays Tribute to fallen Ngora Woman MP Stella Isodo
Parliament has paid tribute to the former District Woman Representative for Ngora, Stella Apolot Isodo, who passed away on Saturday, January 17 2026 at Kampala Hospital.
During a special sitting on Wednesday, 21 January 2026, Hon. Hellen…
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EC trains MPs on Biometric Voting Kits use
The Electoral Commission has assured legislators of the accurate and transparent use of the Biometric Voter Verification Kits (BVVK) during the 2026 general elections.
The EC, charged with managing elections in the country, took legislators…
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Uganda shines at 15th EAC Games
The 15th East African Community (EAC) Inter-Parliamentary Games held in Kampala, ended on high note for Uganda, with the country’s Parliamentarians scooping top accolades in football, netball and basketball (men and women).
At a colorful…
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MPs approve US$162 million loan to boost Makerere university’s Technology and Innovation education
Makerere University’s Science, Technology and Innovation Education (STIE) is expected to progress into modernity, following Parliament’s approval of a US$162 million loan to finance the project.
Parliament approved the loan from Korea…
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