UGX100 MILLION SCANDAL: Museveni Accuses Opposition of Foreign-Backed Smear Campaign!

President Yoweri Museveni (left) and NUP's Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi (right). Museveni denies allegations of 100 million shilling payments to MPs, ...

A Ugandan borrower counts out cash, highlighting the high cost of credit in the country, where exorbitant interest rates drive many to seek loans from unregulated lenders

Govt: All betting wins to be paid through Bank of Uganda

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

07/04/2025

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The measure, introduced in the Tax Procedures Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aims to improve tax compliance and curb illicit financial ...

Minister Nankabirwa emphasized the need for Umeme to "finish strong" as the company's concession ends on April 1, 2025. She encouraged the company to minimize outages and ensure a smooth transition.

DARKNESS LOOMS: Umeme demands $234 million buyout as Parliament approves $118 million

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

27/03/2025

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Minister Nankabirwa emphasized the need for Umeme to "finish strong" as the company's concession ends on April 1, 2025. She ...

To prepare for Umeme’s exit, government has already embarked on preparing the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) to take over Umeme’s role of power distribution in the country.

Uganda Businesses Brace for Electricity Handover as UEDCL Prepares to Take Over From Umeme

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

09/03/2025

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To prepare for Umeme’s exit, government has already embarked on preparing the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) to take ...

Col. Deo Akiiki, then UPDF deputy spokesperson, addresses reporters at the Uganda Media Centre during a press briefing. (PHOTO/File)

CDF Gen Kainerugaba names Deo Akiiki new military aide

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

28/02/2025

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Col. Deo Akiiki, then UPDF deputy spokesperson, addresses reporters at the Uganda Media Centre during a press briefing. (PHOTO/File) KAMPALA, ...

Minister of State for General Duties, Henry Musasizi, presents the supplementary expenditure schedule proposal to the Budget Committee of Parliament.

Govt tables UGX 1.051 trillion supplementary budget

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

14/01/2025

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Minister of State for General Duties, Henry Musasizi, presents the supplementary expenditure schedule proposal to the Budget Committee of Parliament. ...

Uganda's Vice Presidents: William Nadiope III (1963–66), John Babiiha (1966–71), Mustafa Adrisi (1977–79), Paulo Muwanga (1980–85), Samson Kisekka (1991–94), Specioza Kazibwe (1994–2003), Gilbert Bukenya (2003–11), Edward Ssekandi (2011–21), Jessica Alupo (2021–present). Shaping Uganda's history and progress!

Meet Uganda’s Vice Presidents since Independence 1962-2025

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

05/01/2025

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Uganda's Vice Presidents: William Nadiope III (1963–66), John Babiiha (1966–71), Mustafa Adrisi (1977–79), Paulo Muwanga (1980–85), Samson Kisekka (1991–94), Specioza ...

Jackson Kafuuzi, deputy Attorney General addresses Parliament during a plenary session on the new pension fund

Civil servants to contribute 5% of salary to new pension fund

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

03/01/2025

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Jackson Kafuuzi, deputy Attorney General addresses Parliament during a plenary session on the new pension fund A new pension scheme ...

Ssemujju Nganda wants an explanation from government following Besigye's arrest

MPs grill government over controversial Besigye arrest

by MANFRED TUMUSIIME | UG STANDARD REPORTER

27/11/2024

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Ssemujju Nganda wants an explanation from government following Besigye's arrest Opposition Members of Parliament in Uganda are seeking explanations for ...

Makerere dons threaten to sue University Council over alleged plot to reappoint Prof Barnabas Nawangwe as Vice Chancellor (PHOTO /Courtesy)

Uganda’s Research Woes: Studies gather dust due to communication gaps

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

02/11/2024

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Makerere University Vice Chancellor Professor Barnabas Nawangwe Kampala, Uganda - A staggering 80% of research projects conducted at Makerere University's ...

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