Author: Citizen Editor
Recently, I participated in the national conference organized by the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) in collaboration with the Uganda National Oil company (UNOC) and International Oil Companies (IOCs) for Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) working in the oil and gas sector in Uganda. This was in line with ensuring effective participation and involvement of stakeholders in oil and gas developments. The objective of the conference was to provide key updates on oil and gas developments (all projects) in Uganda and deliberate on vital aspects related to oil…
In a move poised to transform Uganda’s investment landscape, SBG Securities, a subsidiary of Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited, has launched the Stanbic Unit Trust (SUT), an innovative investment vehicle that empowers Ugandans to pool their resources, leveraging professional fund management to generate favourable returns. SBG Securities is a subsidiary of Stanbic Uganda Holdings (SUHL), a listed entity on the Uganda Stock Exchange operating four other businesses including Stanbic Bank Uganda, Stanbic Properties Uganda, Stanbic Business Incubator and FlyHub. “Tonight, we are here to celebrate the success of one of our young businesses—SBG Securities, the entity specialised in investment management and…
As parliament as came from recess today to consider changes in the 2024/25 budget appropriation bill returned to the house by the president, Members are meeting today and parliament is full house this afternoon. In her communication to the house, Speaker Anita Among who has been on the receiving end and under fire for sounding drums of support for corruption while in Lwengo two weeks ago has re-iterated and insisted that Members of parliament are not corrupt. “First of all Honorable Members, we can not say that our members are corrupt. Even if some of our members have been arrested…
Anderson Herbert Burora who was fired from being RCC Rubaga division in Kampala was last night arrested and currently detained at Kira division police in Wakiso district. Burora was early this year fired by the presidency PS Hajji Yunus Kakande for his activism characteristics when he opened a full blown war on Speaker of parliament Annet Anita Among and parliament itself over corruption at the instigation of the #UgandaParliamentExpo. The fearless RDC would later be told to either apologize to Among and retain his job or remain jobless. He indeed chose to be jobless than kneeling before the Speaker of…
Last evening, the new police Chief IGP Abbas Byakagaba made sweeping changes in the Uganda Police Force where he moved several officers to different offices immediately. Byakabaga appointed Richard Echega as the new Kampala Metropolitan Commander, ACP Twishime Gerald Deputy KMP Commander, SSP Seguya now RPC KMP North, SSP Nanoka now KMP and Afande Steven Tanui who was KMP commander was appointed Deputy Director fire. Among those moved is Police Spokesperson Fred Enanga who started speaking for the force in 2018 and has over time grown into Ugandans’ favorite with his sense of humor and perfect Luganda language compared to…
New Inspector General of Police Abbas Byakagaba in a major police reshuffle has dropped Afande Fred Enanga as police Spokesperson and replaced him with ACP Rusooke Kituuma as the force’s mouthpiece. SCP Fred Enanga who has been serving as the police’s spokesperson since 2018 after taking over from Emiriano Kayima is now deputy Director of Interpol. ADVERT: FOR THE BEST WEB HOSTING, WEB DESIGNS AND DOMAIN NAMES, CALL OR WHATSAPP +256758201313 In other changes, Richard Echega has been appointed Kampala Metropolitan Commander. ACP Twishime Gerald now Deputy KMP Commander, SSP Seguya now RPC KMP North, SSP Nanoka now KMP North.…
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In a rather dramatic turn of events, Christians mostly those from the Pentecostal churches in Bushenyi district led by Bishop Adam Nkwatsa have launched a long five days of intensive and non stop prayer and fasting to seek divine intervention for their leaders. These who will be calling on the Holly spirit every day and night are doing this for their member of parliament Micheal Mawanda [Igara East] who is facing corruption related charges regarding the controversial Shs164billion alongside other MPs Mudimi Wamakuyu and Paul Akamba on the said charge sheet. Mawanda was the 4th MP to be arrested on…
By Julius Ssekatawa To strengthen research and collaborations with credible and dependable organizations, on Monday 24th June 2024, Kampala University signed an MoU with the International Centre for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) at Ggaba Campus. This marriage will help in the formulation and implementation of joint projects and programs focused on agricultural R&D and capacity development, a joint application for project grants and consultancies in relevant technical areas, provision of internship and fellowship opportunities for KU students and graduates, creation of an ICBA Youth Engagement Society (ICBA YES) chapter at KU, development of programs for the empowerment of women working in…
In July, Kampala food-lovers are in for a culinary treat as the Pearl Guide, a tourism promotion company, and FlexiPay, will be organizing the Kampala Restaurant Week featuring discounts at 30 eating places across the city. After a lengthy break in the aftermath of the Covid-19 outbreak, this dining adventure is making a comeback on the social calendar. This year’s edition takes place between July 4th and July 14, involving an array of Kampala’s newest and most popular eateries notable for offering exceptional dining experiences. The participating restaurants are providing up to 20% discounts on selected meals. FlexiPay wallet users/customers…