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Kampala, Uganda — Civil society organizations have urged the Ugandan government to enact a specific law that mandates the implementation of a universal pension scheme for older persons across the country. This call was made during the launch of a new research paper evaluating the performance and structure of universal pension schemes in seven countries….
In a powerful affirmation of government responsiveness and reform, the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG) presented the 2025 Service Excellence Awards during the CSO Post-Budget Dialogue held on June 18th at Hotel Africana. The awards celebrated outstanding performance, innovation, transparency, and citizen-centered service delivery across Uganda’s public institutions and local governments. Isingiro district takes…
Uganda’s recently unveiled FY2025/26 national budget, totalling UGX 72.37 trillion, signals a measured but deliberate approach to development financing, with a sharpened focus on poverty reduction and inclusive growth. This was the central message delivered by Julius Mukunda, Executive Director of the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG), during a post-budget dialogue organized by civil…
In a landmark speech delivered at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds during the reading of Uganda’s National Budget for the Financial Year 2025/2026, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni Tibuhaburwa focused on two pivotal themes: the quest for East African Federation and the persistent challenge of corruption. The President offered a comprehensive vision for both national development and…
Uganda’s Finance Minister Matia Kasaija on Thursday presented an ambitious UGX 72.1 trillion budget for the 2025/26 Financial Year, outlining an aggressive national strategy to transform Uganda’s economy through full monetization, deepened industrialization, expanded digital infrastructure, and enhanced market access. Delivered at Kololo Independence Grounds before President Yoweri Museveni, the 2025/26 budget, themed “Full Monetization…
Civil society organizations (CSOs) have voiced strong concerns over Uganda’s recently approved FY2025/26 national budget, criticizing the government for exacerbating public debt, abusing supplementary budgets, and setting unrealistic revenue targets. The remarks were made during a press conference held today, June 8, 2025, in Kampala, organized by the Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG) in…
Uganda has officially launched its National Budget Month for the Financial Year 2025/26, setting in motion a nationwide campaign to explain the national budget to citizens, enhance accountability, and foster inclusive participation. The launch event, held at the Uganda Media Centre in Kampala, was graced by Finance Minister Hon. Matia Kasaija, Acting Permanent Secretary/Secretary to…
A new report by the Human Rights Network for Journalists-Uganda (HRNJ-Uganda) offers a sobering yet hopeful snapshot of press freedom in the country. Titled “One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: A Slippery Media Landscape”, the 2024 Press Freedom Index doesn’t shy away from the hard truths, but it also spotlights a resilient media community committed…
The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) has unveiled the shortlist for the 11th edition of the Uganda National Journalism Awards (UNJA), recognizing exceptional journalism that informs, challenges, and transforms. This year’s competition saw a record-breaking 147 journalists participate, with a diverse range of entries showcasing expertise and commitment to public interest reporting. The judges…
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