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Welfare of security officers dominates sector debate

The welfare of police and army officers dominated the debate of the Defence and Internal Affairs sector as Members of Parliament called for improved working conditions.The debate followed the presentation of the sector report by the Chairperson of the Defence and Internal Affairs Committee, Hon.…

‘Avail funds to complete digital migration process’

The Committee on ICT and National Guidance has recommended the immediate release of Shs9 billion to Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) in to enable it implement free-to-air signal distribution across the country.According to the Committee Chairperson, Hon. Moses Magogo, the funds were…

Injectable treatment for HIV/AIDS in the offing - experts

Efforts are under way to move towards injectable treatment for HIV/AIDS which will relieve HIV patients of the burden of taking drugs daily.This was revealed by the Executive Director of the Infectious Disease Institute (IDI), Dr. Andrew Kambugu during a press briefing on Wednesday, 19 April 2023.…

Kiswahili, integration top EAC Ministry agenda

The Ministry for East African Community Affairs (MEACA) is seeking Shs3.25 billion for coordination and promotion of Kiswahili as an official language.This was revealed in the recommendations of the report of the Committee on the East African Community Affairs on the sector Ministerial Policy…

Agriculture Ministry needs Shs660 billion for food security

The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) needs Shs660 billion to combat food security in the country.Out of this, Shs400 billion will be for boosting production, establishment of silos and food reserves.These recommendations are contained in the report of the Committee on…

‘Implement measures to lower cost of doing business’

The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives has been urged to implement conducive measures that will ease the cost of doing business.According to Hon. Roland Ndyomugyenyi (Indep., Rukiga County), many businesses are closing due to factors like high taxes and other attendant costs.He added that…

‘Concentrate on prevention of human-wildlife conflict’

Legislators want the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities to put more effort in promoting prevention of human-wildlife conflicts and not compensation.The Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa said the Wildlife Compensation Fund has not been effective enough.“People have applied for compensation…

Harmonise pay for public servants - Parliament

Members of Parliament have asked government institute a salary review process of the entire public service and harmonise existing discrepancies of salaries.The appeal follows a statement by the Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi,…

Tayebwa demands for explanation on Kampala potholes

Following the ongoing social media campaign dubbed “Kampala Pothole Exhibition”, that has attracted the attention and participation of the public, the Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has demanded for a statement on the status of roads in Kampala.Tayebwa who chaired the House on Tuesday, 18 April…

Staff of disbanded science and technology ministry redeployed

Over 30 former staff of the disbanded Ministry of Science and Technology have been absorbed into various Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).The affirmations were made by permanent secretaries of different ministries who appeared before the Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation,…

Makerere University tables Shs52 billion plea for medical schools

The Makerere University Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, has asked the Committee on Education and Sports to avail Shs52.9 billion in its new budget to renovate facilities at the colleges of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine.He made the call while appearing before MPs, on Monday, 17 April…

EOC seeks Shs6.4billion to Establish Regional Offices

The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) is seeking an additional Shs6.4 billion in the 2023/2024 Financial Year to establish and operationalise regional offices. This itemized activity intended to bring services closer to the marginalized people in rural areas, however, remains one of the unfunded…

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