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By Ben Musanje Minister for Water and Environment Maj Gen (Rtd) Kahinda Otafiire has directed the Uganda National Meteorological Authority (UNMA) to prepare and submit a comprehensive budget aimed at equipping the agency with modern weather forecasting tools, saying government is ready to support efforts to strengthen forecasting services across the country. Speaking during his inaugural address at the Ministry …

By Ben Musanje After ten years at the helm of the Ministry of Water and Environment, former minister Sam Cheptoris returned to the ministry headquarters in Luzira with one simple mission — to say goodbye. The veteran politician, who was not reappointed to Cabinet after battling illness for nearly three years, stood before his successor Maj. Gen (Rtd) Kahinda Otafiire …

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN– The recent decision by Spotify to remove tens of thousands of fraudulent podcasts promoting illegal online pharmacies has once again drawn global attention to a growing challenge in the digital age: the battle between technological innovation and digital abuse. According to recent investigations, the streaming giant was compelled to take action after media reports revealed that bad actors …

How Sanjay Made History Becoming First Ugandan of Indian Descent to Be Appointed Full Cabinet Minister  – The Voice Uganda HomeBusinessHow Sanjay Made History Becoming First Ugandan of Indian Descent to Be Appointed Full Cabinet Minister  , https://voiceuganda.com/2026/06/11/how-sanjay-made-history-becoming-first-ugandan-of-indian-descent-to-be-appointed-full-cabinet-minister/

By Mulengera Reporters On Wednesday, Sr Counsel Kiwanuka Kiryowa handed over office to new Attorney General Dr. Sam Mayanja who, by some coincidence, had been his mentor many years ago, as a young idealistic lawyer, at Kampala Associated Advocates (KAA).   During the handover event, Deputy AG Jackson Kafuzi narrated how it had been a very fulfilling experience working under …

KAMPALA, Uganda — The formal handover of the Office of the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (Regional Cooperation) from Hon. John Mulimba to Hon. Haruna Kasolo Kyeyune marks more than a routine transition within government. It signals the continuation of a strategic portfolio that sits at the heart of Uganda’s economic diplomacy, regional integration agenda, and engagement with neighboring …

KAMPALA, Uganda — The death of Uganda Rugby Cranes star Sydney Gongodyo and the viral footage of a violent daylight robbery in Kampala have reignited a national conversation about crime, public safety, and the effectiveness of law enforcement in one of East Africa’s most stable countries.For decades, Uganda has often been cited as a relatively secure nation within a turbulent …

KIGALI, Rwanda — Rwanda’s latest cabinet and diplomatic reshuffle, announced on 10 June 2026 through an official communiqué from Prime Minister Dr. Nsengiyumva Justin, represents more than a routine administrative exercise. It offers insight into how Kigali is positioning itself for the next phase of national development while simultaneously recalibrating its engagement with an increasingly complex international order.   The …

Dr Frank Asiimwe The Uganda Medical Association (UMA) has rejected a government proposal to provide lunch to medical interns instead of the monthly Shs 1 million internship allowance. Speaking to URN, UMA president Dr Frank Asiimwe said intern doctors require more than a single meal, noting that they also need support for breakfast, dinner, transport and healthcare. Asiimwe argued that …

By Mulengera Reporters On Tuesday morning, Salt TV’s controversial presenter Full Figure Nakangubi used her slot on the morning show to celebrate the woes that befell former Speaker Anita Among, the woman whose political demise has since attracted euphoria among the long-persecuted and suffocated staffers at Parliament, and accredited media representatives alike.   Remarkably, Anita Among has sunk into a …