Government of Uganda to Challenge Interim Orders Exempting Taxes on Gold Exports, Attorney General Announces

The Attorney General on Tuesday 16th May 2023 announced that the government will challenge the interim orders exempting payment of taxes on gold exports, following pressure from Parliament. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development had issued a waiver reducing the taxes on gold exports from Shs616 billion to Shs43 billion, which raised concerns among […]

Uganda among the six African Nations to help find a resolution to the devastating conflict between Ukraine and Russia

President Museveni is among the six African heads of state to travel to Russia and Ukraine to help find a resolution to the devastating conflict between the two countries, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Tuesday 16th May 2023. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have “agreed to receive the mission […]

Parliament Scheduled to Pass National Budget This Week

The parliament Budget committee which is chaired by Kachumbala MP Patrick Isiagi and assisted by Elgon County MP Ignatius Wamakuyu, on Monday 15th May 2023 held a meeting to produce the report that will guide Parliament pass the national budget. The parliament Budget committee which is chaired by Kachumbala MP Patrick Isiagi and assisted by Elgon County […]

President Museveni Assures the People of Acholi Sub-region of government’s commitment to end cattle raids

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has addressed the issue of cattle raids by Karamojong cattle rustlers in the Acholi sub-region of Uganda. He assured the people that the government is committed to solving the problem. He convened a meeting with leaders from the Acholi sub-region to discuss the issue and find solutions. He highlighted the success […]

Boosting Market Vendor’s Financial Inclusion: The Government’s launches Katale Loan Product

In order to protect market vendors from dishonest moneylenders, Government of Uganda has introduced a new loan scheme called the “Katale Loan product”, that will allow the market vendors to borrow money at low interest rates of only 3%, which will be done through the Microfinance Support Centre (MSC). The Katale Loan product will enhance […]

Urgent Government Intervention Needed to Combat HIV/AIDS in Tororo and Busia Border Districts

The Committee on HIV/AIDS and Related Matters has called on the government of Uganda to intervene in the border districts of Tororo and Busia to address the spread of the virus. The committee conducted an oversight visit to assess the impact of HIV/AIDS among various populations, including commercial sex workers, drug addicts, and individuals engaged […]

More Oil Discovery Expected as Uganda Earns Shs7.4bn from 2nd Licensing Round

The Government of Uganda has earned $2 million from the second oil licensing round in the Turaco Block. The Production Sharing Agreement was issued to M/S Armour Energy Uganda (SMC) Ltd, a subsidiary of DRG Global on Friday 12th May 2023. The Energy Minister, Ruth Nankabirwa, stated that the exploration license was awarded according to […]

United Arab EmiratesRuler His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to visit Uganda at the Invitation of President Museveni

President Yoweri Museveni has invited His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, to visit Uganda. President Museveni expressed his happiness in hosting the UAE ruler and received an invitation for himself to attend COP28 in the UAE in November. The invitation […]

Uganda seeks $1.8 billion in loans for construction of East African Crude Oil Pipeline

Uganda is considering borrowing $1.8 billion from global financial institutions to fund the construction of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP). The total cost of the project is estimated to be between $3.5 billion and $4 billion, and the country lacks the necessary funds in its coffers, hence the need for borrowing. The Minister […]

Medical interns arrested for protesting over non-deployment

A group of medical interns in Uganda was arrested by the police yesterday Monday 15th May 2023 for planning a march to the office of the President to express their dissatisfaction with the government’s failure to deploy them. The interns claim that they have been trying to engage with relevant authorities but have not received […]