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By Evans Najuna Uganda has made notable progress in the fight against malaria through the distribution and use of insecticide-treated mosquito nets (ITNs). However, recent findings show that gaps in household coverage remain, highlighting the need for expanded distribution efforts to protect more families. This is contained in the 2024-25 malaria survey report released on Thursday at the Uganda Bureau …

KAMPALA: Shockwaves are rippling through Uganda’s tax administration after insiders revealed that the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) abruptly cut ties with software experts linked to the global IT powerhouse Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), the firm that helped build the country’s multi-million-dollar tax management system. The development has reportedly thrown URA’s digital tax operations into confusion and mounting pressure, forcing overwhelmed …

KAMPALA: A storm is brewing inside the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) after a controversial proposal to overhaul licensing requirements for clearing and forwarding agents sparked fears of a massive industry shake-up that could push smaller players out of business. According to an internal communication circulating among industry stakeholders, URA is reviewing new licensing conditions for 2027 that would dramatically increase …

Panic, confusion and sleepless nights have reportedly gripped officials at the tax body, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), after the institution allegedly switched off a sophisticated tax ledger system and forced staff to revert to manual reconciliation of taxes. According to an explosive internal memo seen by insiders, URA management terminated the contract of an Indian technology company that had …

Opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, reportedly left Uganda and entered a neighbouring East African country about a week ago, according to officials familiar with the situation. Sources indicate that Kyagulanyi quietly departed the country following several days of heightened political tension. One official, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that authorities had received information suggesting …

Toronto, Canada — Ugandan political activist William Ntege, widely known by his moniker Kyuma Kya Yesu (meaning Jesus’ Iron), is set to receive recognition from the Toronto Police Service Board for his contributions to community engagement and public service. According to an official invitation, Board Chair Shelley Carroll, together with members of the Toronto Police Service Board and Myron Demkiw, …

Toronto, Canada — Christian leaders from across the world are expected to gather in Canada later this month for the Exceptional Leadership Conference, a three-day event aimed at empowering believers to discover and fulfill their God-given purpose. The conference, hosted by Edith Kazibwe, will take place from March 27 to March 29, 2026, starting at 9:00 a.m. EST, at 1450 …

Acts targeting LGBTQI Ugandans increased since Anti-Homosexuality Act became law Edward Mwebaza, executive director of Human Rights Awareness and Promotion Forum (HRAPF), addresses the media. (Photo courtesy of HRAPF) A new report by the Uganda-based Human Rights Awareness and Promotion Forum (HRAPF) indicates that there was a surge in violence and rights violations against Uganda‘s LGBTQ community in January. A total …

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By Kayiira Jackson Gomba Lions have unveiled a new leadership structure that they believe will guide the county to a historic sixth title in the Masaza Cup. The committee, announced on Friday at the Ssaza headquarters in Gomba District, marks a historic shift for the county team as women take two of the most influential roles in its leadership. Record …