Uganda’s economy continues on an upward trajectory, registering a robust growth rate of 6.3% for the Financial Year 2024/25, according to the latest Performance of the Economy report released by the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. The report, covering the month of June 2025, highlights improved economic indicators across multiple sectors including exports,…
Fresh off a commanding victory at the Sisa Autocross along Entebbe Road, Subaru GVB driver Edson Mungyereza is now turning his attention to this weekend’s Garuga Premier Sprint. With confidence high and momentum on his side, Mungyereza is determined to deliver yet another stellar performance. At Sisa, Mungyereza impressed fans and competitors alike by clocking…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, in a strongly-worded public statement, has condemned alleged cases of electoral malpractice during the recently concluded NRM party primaries held on July 17, 2025. The primaries saw participation from over 9.22 million registered party members across the country, which the president hailed as a “massive democratic process.” In his address, Museveni…
Edson Mungyereza delivered a standout performance to win the second round of the National Autocross Championship, held over the weekend at the Sisa track along Entebbe Road. Driving a Subaru GVB, Mungyereza posted the fastest time of the day with 7 minutes and 25.3 seconds to claim first place. Subaru drivers swept the podium, continuing…
The Uganda Cranes have confirmed their 26-man squad for the CECAFA 4 Nations Tournament, which kicks off this week in Arusha, Tanzania. Co-head coaches Morley Byekwaso and Fred Muhumuza finalized the list before the team departed for Arusha early this morning. Three players, goalkeeper Hannington Ssebwalunyo, midfielder Shamir Kimwero, and defender Ronald Otti have been…
Uganda Gazelles captain Jane Asinde has officially completed her move to CB Azulmarino, putting an end to recent speculation about her next destination. The Spanish club competes in the Liga Femenina Challenge, the third tier of women’s basketball in Spain. This transfer follows Asinde’s confirmed departure from Ensino Lugo, which plays in the top-tier Liga…
One of the most pressing challenges facing learners today is the increasing number of health-related complaints. Many students report ailments such as ulcers and other gastrointestinal complications. A major contributing factor is poor eating habits. Some learners intentionally skip meals often influenced by peers, appetite issues, or misconceptions about dieting and body image. Others may…
The Deputy Head of Public Service, Mrs. Jane Kyarisiima Mwesiga, has called for strengthened coordination, innovation, and accountability across the water and environment sector as the country implements the Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV). Speaking during a high-level engagement with the Ministry of Water and Environment, Mrs. Mwesiga praised the Ministry’s contributions to national…
At some point in life, everyone exits formal employment whether through retirement, retrenchment, or a personal decision to pursue a different path. When this transition comes, the professional identity tied to your job title often fades, leaving you to navigate an unfamiliar terrain of self-worth and purpose. Suddenly, you’re no longer “the boss” or “staff…
Uganda Premier League champions Vipers Sports Club have officially unveiled Belgian football tactician Ivan Jacky Minnaert as their new head coach. The club confirmed the appointment through a statement on their official website on Friday, describing Minnaert as a “massively experienced Belgian gaffer.” Minnaert, 58, brings with him an impressive résumé built over two decades…
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