UPDF Engineering Brigade set to complete the Renovations of the Mandela Stadium on Time

The Uganda Peoples’ Defense Forces’ Engineering Brigade is renovating Mandela National Stadium, targeting completion by November 30, 2023. The project includes modern smart technology, international standards, and the addition of a hotel. The stadium is expected to host its first international match in March 2024 and, jointly with Kenya and Tanzania, will host the 2027 African Cup of Nations, a historic event for East Africa.

President Museveni Inaugurated a Marine Pier at the Sustainable Base in Mayuge.

President Museveni commissioned a Marine Pier in Mayuge District to enhance water security. He advised Marine commanders to study naval warfare history and discussed poverty reduction strategies. He also addressed land compensation issues for the Marine barracks and highlighted the importance of extensive agriculture in Ntokoro, Mayuge District On 28th October 2023.

URA Optimistic About Digital Tax Stamps Boosting Domestic Revenues

The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is enthusiastic about the use of digital tax stamps to increase domestic revenues. Despite only 13 out of the 20 products designated for digital tax stamps complying with the Local Excise Duty Act, these stamps contributed to 65% of the over UGX 1 trillion collected in the last financial year. Since 2019, the URA has incorporated this solution into its domestic revenue mobilization strategy.

Government Proposes Assistant Deputy Speaker Position in Parliament

The government is considering introducing the position of Assistant Deputy Speaker of Parliament, a move that has sparked debate among political actors and legal experts. Supporters argue that this addition would ensure the continuity of parliamentary sessions, especially in the absence of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker.

URA bags Shs 85billion in 4 months through AEO Program

Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has revealed a collection of 85 billion shillings in the last four months under the Authorized Economic Operators- AEO program during 10th-anniversary celebration of the AEO program at the Sheraton Hotel on Wednesday, 25th October 2023.

 Uganda’s Crested Cranes beat Cameroon in 2024 Olympic Qualifiers

The Ugandan Women’s football team, Crested Cranes emerged victorious against Cameroon in a crucial match that could determine their fate in the qualifiers for the Paris 2024 Olympics Football Tournament at FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru, yesterday Thursday 26th October 2023.

President Museveni to Attend C-10 Summit in Equatorial Guinea

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni of Uganda has confirmed his participation in this year’s C-10 summit, scheduled for November 23, 2023, in Equatorial Guinea. The decision follows an official invitation from Equatorial Guinea’s President, H.E Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo. The C-10 summit involves the African Union Committee of Ten, which focuses on UN Security Council reform.

Uganda AIDS Commission Announces National HIV And AIDS Scientific Meeting 2023 In Kampala

The Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) is hosting the National HIV and AIDS Scientific Meeting in Kampala from November 14th to 16th, 2023. This 3-day event, held in partnership with the Research, Academia, Science, and Professional Associations Self-Coordinating Entity (RASP-SCE), will bring together researchers, policymakers, and service providers to exchange new insights into HIV/AIDS response.