‘All medical interns to get Shs1 million allowance’

Government has stayed the proposal that would have seen the suspension of facilitation for medical interns.
This will now see the current cohort of medical interns all earning a monthly net allowance of Shs1 million.

The Minister of…

MPs raise concerns over electricity supply

Legislators have raised concerns over inequalities in electricity access and government's failure to deliver on longstanding commitments to expand power supply, warning that the gaps are undermining development and the delivery of essential…

Kabasharira Calls for Unified African Response to Rising Cyber Threats

Ugandan legislator, Hon. Naome Kabasharira has urged African countries to treat cybersecurity as a national security priority, warning delegates at the 55th CPA Africa Region Conference in Malawi that the continent's rapid digital growth is…

Lawmakers make a case for technical and vocational education

Members of Parliament have reiterated the need for major changes in the Ugandan education system, with a focus on technical and vocational training.

The call was made during the 55th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa…

Rural Electrification Agency merger left Ministry Shs570 Billion Debt

Uganda’s ambition to connect electricity to underserved communities is being challenged by a Shs570 billion financial burden inherited when the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) was absorbed into the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development.…

Kaziimba urges MPs to put Uganda above politics, personal interests

The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, the Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, has urged Members of the 12th Parliament to uphold integrity, accountability and unity in their service to the country.

He reminded the legislators…

Govt targets global tourism boost from Rwenzori Marathon

Government is positioning the 2026 Rwenzori Marathon to market Uganda as a tourism and investment destination, with participants from nearly 45 countries expected in Kasese.

The Minister of State for Education and Sports (Sports), Hon.…

Parliament Commends Uganda-Sweden Ties, Bids Ambassador Farewell

Legislators have lauded the outgoing ambassador of Sweden to Uganda H.E Maria Hakanson, for promoting good relations between the two countries, which they say have improved several sectors in Uganda.

In his communication to the House during…