National Deputy Speaker celebrates Justice Kanyeihamba The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has hailed the former Supreme Court Judge, George Kanyeihamba for laying a foundational stone in the Judiciary and politics of Uganda. Story by Howwe \ 1704221009
National Uganda emerges overall winners of EAC Games in Kigali The Inter-Parliamentary Games tournament is an annual sporting event that brings together members and staff of various parliaments in the EAC. Story by Howwe \ 1702983401
National Former speakers of Parliament get brand-new cars Former Speakers of Parliament received a shiny start to their week, as current Speaker Anita Among handed them brand new vehicles on Monday. Story by Howwe \ 1702931098
National Sale of Muslim Property in Kampala Temporarily Halted by Court The Court of Appeal in Kampala on Thursday issued a temporary injunction against the sale of prime Muslim property within the city. Story by Howwe \ 1702584356
National Parliament permits loans for vital road upgrades Government has received the green light to finance major road works under the Upgrading of National Roads Project in Uganda, through loan funding worth US$325 million (Shs1.23 trillion). Story by Howwe \ 1702489417
National EAC Games: Uganda excels in athletics, gears up for golf Uganda continues to excel in the ongoing Inter-Parliamentary Games, having dominated the opening athletic games in Kigali, Rwanda. Story by Howwe \ 1702410234
National Parliament approves Shs3.5 trillion Supplementary funding Parliament has approved Shs3.5 trillion supplementary funding to cater for various government sectors including State House, President’s Office and the Ministry of Health. Story by Howwe \ 1701977642
National House approves loan to digitize entire country This plan will be achieved following Parliament’s approval of a government request to borrow US$150 million from the Export-Import Bank of China aimed at connecting all the districts that are not yet connected to the national internet fiber. Story by Howwe \ 1701977424
National Opposition tables four demands to Govt The Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Mathias Mpuuga, has called for unconditional release of prisoners, including supporters of the National Unity Platform, who have been in custody for periods longer than the 48 hours prescribed by the Constitution. Story by Howwe \ 1701891817
National Govt gets go ahead to acquire funds to modernize agriculture Parliament has authorized Government to borrow up to US$325 million (Shs1.23 trillion) from the International Development Association of the World Bank, to finance the Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural Transformation Project. Story by Howwe \ 1701891646
National Energy Ministry seeks additional Shs128 billion to connect 200,000 households The Ministry of Energy and Minerals Development is seeking a supplementary budget amounting to Shs128 billion to connect 200,000 households in the running financial year. Story by Howwe \ 1701805480
National Govt tables Sugar Amendment Bill, 2023 The Uganda Sugar Industry Stakeholder Council will replace and take on duties of the Sugar Board created by the Sugar Act 2020, and regulate the sugar industry in the country. Story by Howwe \ 1701805103