The authenticity of two sureties presented by jailed TikToker, Ibrahim Musana, accused of abusing leaders through his social media account, is under investigation by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). State Attorney Richard Birivumbuka requested the Magistrates Court at Buganda Road for time to investigate the legitimacy of the two sureties, Brenda Namboozo and Ibrahim
Government and conservationists are urging the public to contribute to the conservation of wetlands, emphasizing their importance for development. They highlight wetlands as delicate resources crucial for safeguarding the country against the adverse effects of climate change. Conservationists note that the changing color of water in areas like Lake Victoria’s shores is linked to wetland
Ms Fatia Kiyange’s journey in leadership exemplifies the transformative impact of service. Over the years, she has not only provided support but has also fervently advocated for the rights of marginalized individuals in society. Ms Kiyange currently serves as the executive director at the Center for Health, Human Rights, and Development (CEHURD), a non-profit organization
In response to the growing impact of climate change worldwide, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is prioritizing pre-disaster mitigation efforts, particularly in Uganda’s vulnerable Rwenzori region. As the world grapples with rising temperatures, flooding, droughts, and severe storms, implementing anticipatory actions and improving early warning systems is crucial in mitigating these effects. The Global
Travelling 1,000 kilometres (620 miles) by air between two capitals on the same continent does not seem like a challenge. But it can be one in Africa. Take Libreville and Bangui for instance. The journey takes a minimum of nine hours, requires passengers to change planes and shell out $1,000 — an example of the
Stakeholders have highlighted the positive influence of Ugandans’ swift adoption of digital technology on the nation’s progress. This acknowledgment coincided with reports from the Uganda Communications Commission indicating a substantial rise in both fixed and mobile telephone subscriptions, as well as Internet subscriptions. Fixed and mobile telephone subscriptions increased by 600,000 from 28.3 million to
In the realm of corporate life, there are invaluable lessons that formal education often overlooks. The dynamics of corporate existence can be both thrilling and perilous, offering ample opportunities for success and failure alike. My initiation into the corporate world began early, during my university years. Working with entities like the Daily Monitor and the
Dear Caroline, I am a Business Development Associate within a fast-moving goods organization’s marketing team. Unlike many organizations, we thrived after the challenges brought about by Covid-19. We underwent significant changes, transitioning to smaller teams, fostering a sense of team cohesion. In the past six months, competition has intensified, and the pressure to meet targets
Ugandan all-rounder Alpesh Ramjani transitioned from Mumbai’s cricket scene to Uganda due to job loss during Covid. Despite the setback, he found a job and a spot in international cricket. The loss of his job during the pandemic opened doors to international cricket for Ramjani, who emerged as the world’s top wicket-taker in T20 Internationals
The Airtel share price remained unchanged at Shs87 yesterday, following the telecom’s announcement of a profit return of Shs296b for the year ended December 2023. Airtel, which began trading on the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE) on November 7 last year, has experienced limited activity, causing its stock to decline to Shs87 from the IPO offer