Henry Musasizi, the Minister of State for Finance The Ministry of Finance has revealed that in the coming 2026/27 national budget, Uganda’s economic growth strategy will focus on the reduction of poverty, creating more jobs and enhancing the management of minerals. The details are contained in the National Budget Framework
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The Petitioners at the Civil Division of High Court in Kampala Human rights advocates have filed a petition in court challenging the move by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) to shut down the internet ahead of the 15th January 2026 presidential and parliamentary elections. The petitioners, Michael Aboneka and Raymond
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There’s minimal traffic on most Kampala roads. A strong security presence remains visible across Kampala as parts of the business community gradually resume operations following Uganda’s general elections. The city was largely deserted on Thursday as Ugandans went to the polls to elect a president and members of parliament. The
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The Busia Border A section of residents in Busia District have resorted to crossing into Busia County, Kenya, to withdraw money from their mobile money accounts due to restrictions on cash withdrawals in Uganda. The decision follows government-imposed restrictions on cash withdrawals from mobile money accounts, while sending money is
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His Lordship Alfonse Owiny-Dollo Chigamoy the Chief Justice of Uganda Uganda’s Chief Justice, His Lordship Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo, has retired at the age of 70, concluding a legal and public service career spanning over forty years. Appointed Chief Justice in August 2020, he oversaw reforms aimed at improving access to
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Nyombi Thembo, the UCC Executive Director The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) on Sunday directed the immediate restoration of public internet access across the country, effective 18th January 2026. This follows the “successful conclusion of the 2026 General Elections and a careful assessment by the Inter-Agency Security Committee.” In a statement
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The ballot paper for the 2026 presidential candidates/ Photo by Judith Kukunda Uganda has registered its lowest voter turnout in the Presidential and Parliamentary elections on record, according to results declared by the Electoral Commission on Saturday evening. This unprecedented civic withdrawal highlights a growing crisis of public confidence in
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President Yoweri Museveni For supporters of Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, his resounding victory in the just-concluded election is a vindication of his 40-year-long rule. He won with 72% of the vote, close to his highest-ever tally of 74% in Uganda's first direct presidential election in 1996. It reinforces the 81-year-old's
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By Gessa Simplicious (PhD) As Uganda starts the 2026 election period, it is natural for the country to experience a mix of opinions, spirited debate, and active public engagement. Elections bring conversations into homes, workplaces, and communities, reflecting a society that is alive, involved, and exercising its democratic rights. This
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Isaac Bigirwa, Head of Cards & Payments at dfcu Bank As digital finance continues to evolve, access remains uneven. While smartphone apps dominate conversations around modern banking, many Ugandans still rely on basic mobile phones and have limited or inconsistent internet access. To bridge this gap, dfcu Bank has enhanced
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