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Ndejje University has graduated 1,494 students at its 27th B Graduation Ceremony held at the Main Campus, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s continued commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and holistic education. The graduating cohort comprised 886 females and 608 males, reflecting the University’s sustained commitment to inclusive access to higher education. Among the top achievers, Mubwirwa Goret, a Bachelor of Computer Science graduate, emerged as the Overall Best Graduand with a CGPA of 4.68, while Ssemugenyi Isaac, Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration and Management, was named Best Male Graduand with a CGPA of 4.66. The ceremony also…

Today, the world celebrates World Earth Day under the theme of “Our Power, Our Planet” which reminds the nations that people have the power to protect the environment. This year’s theme calls on everyone to support clean energy, protect nature through environmental conservation. It shows that real change starts with people working together. For over 27 years, the Environmental Conservation Trust of Uganda (ECOTRUST) has been helping to protect Uganda’s environment by working closely with communities through conservation/ nature-based financing approaches. And this approach shows that when people benefit from nature, they are more willing to protect it. One of…

The Commissioner of the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps (NSPC), Hellen Seku, has rallied over 600,000 trained patriots across the country to participate in the upcoming birthday run for the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, scheduled for April 26, 2026. Speaking during a visit to the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) offices in Kampala yesterday, Ms. Seku reaffirmed the shared values between the NSPC and PLU, emphasizing patriotism, unity, and service to the nation. She also purchased run kits in support of the event, signaling her commitment to the cause. “Patriotism and PLU are close —we are…

Government leaders, employers, and development partners gathered at the 4th Annual National Labour Convention and Expo 2026 under the theme, “Unlocking the Potential of the Ugandan Youth Labour Force: Advancing Productivity and Opportunities for Decent Work, form the 15th to the 16th of April. In a renewed push to tackle youth unemployment and accelerate inclusive economic growth, the high-level engagement brought together key actors across the public and private sectors to explore practical solutions for equipping Uganda’s young population with the skills, opportunities, and support needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving labour market. The Vice President of the Republic of…

More than 20 companies working in Uganda’s productive gold trade are under active investigation by the Police Minerals Protection Unit (PMPU) over claims of fraud, investor scamming, and illegal mineral dealings, according to police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke. Rusoke confirmed that the probe intensified after a wave of complaints from victims—many of them foreign investors—who reported losing substantial sums of money in dubious gold dealings. Kituuma added that several of the involved firms are already facing charges in court, while others remain under vigorous investigation. Authorities have also begun revising mineral trading licenses for companies suspected of misconduct. Rusoke revealed that…

UBA Uganda, in partnership with My Tree Initiative, today reinforced its commitment to environmental sustainability through a tree-planting exercise at Namalere Parents’ Nursery and Primary School in Kawanda- Wakiso District. The initiative saw the planting of fruit trees culminating in the creation of a symbolic “UBA Fruit Tree” — a representation of growth, sustainability, and long-term community impact. The UBA delegation was led by Hoziana Niyonsaba Semanda, Head Marketing and Corporate Communications, and Adolf Gumisiriza, Branch Manager UBA Makerere Branch, alongside representatives from My Tree Initiative. The team was warmly welcomed by the school’s Headmaster, Samuel Ssali, and his staff.…

For years, Uganda’s boda boda industry, a vital driver of daily commerce has battled volatile fuel prices. What should be a reliable income source for thousands of riders has turned into a precarious gamble, with profits swinging wildly based on pump prices. This pressure is mounting. A proposed UGX 200 per litre fuel tax hike piles onto recent increases of UGX 300–500, pushing petrol prices to UGX 5,300–6,000 per litre nationwide. Seemingly small, this change hits hard: for riders whose earnings hinge on fuel costs, it slashes thin margins and jeopardizes livelihoods. Fuel ranks as a top daily expense, often…

Mt. Sion Prayer Centre in Bukalango, Kakiri Sub-county, Wakiso district, has today marked 25 years of spiritual ministry since its establishment by the late Msgr. Expedito Magembe. The event attracted thousands of religious leaders and believers from across Uganda and beyond including; the Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo, Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja and Minister of State for Higher Education Dr. JC Muyingo. The celebrations begun with holy Mass led by the Most Rev. Paul Ssemogerere, Archbishop of Kampala. In his homily, His Grace, extended warm greetings to the Priests, Sisters, and all the faithful gathered at Mt.…

The family of 31-year-old Ashly Robinson is seeking answers after authorities in Zanzibar announced that the American social media influencer died by suicide at a hotel in Zanzibar, Tanzania. “My daughter Ashly, she’s no longer here with us, and we’re trying to find out why,” Robinson’s mother, Yolanda Denise Endres, told ABC station in Philadelphia, WPVI. Robinson, a lifestyle influencer who has more than 100,000 followers on Instagram, goes by the name Ashlee Jenae on social media, where she shared life updates, travel adventures and moments with her fiancé Joseph McCann, who was vacationing with her in the Zanzibar region…

Efforts to restore Uganda’s forest cover have often been ambitious. However, despite increased tree planting activities, survival rates have remained a challenge not due to lack of commitment, but because of persistent threats such as termite infestations. To address this gap, the Environmental Conservation Trust of Uganda (ECOTRUST), together with its partners, is taking a more strategic and quality-driven approach to commercial forestry. On March 25, 2026, ECOTRUST convened a Training of Trainers (ToT) session at its Hoima offices, bringing together frontline forestry practitioners including program officers, forest assistants, and nursery managers from ECOTRUST, NIRAS International Consulting Uganda and Green…