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Kikuube, Uganda | URN | Heightened and intensified patrols on the waters of Lake Albert in Kikuube District have helped curb attacks on Ugandan fishermen by suspected militiamen from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Fishermen say that since the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Marine Unit and other security …

  Kampala, Uganda | BUSINESS CORRESPONDENT | Stanbic Bank Uganda has unveiled a new campaign, ‘Kikole Ku Speedii,’ aimed at making banking services faster, simpler, and more convenient for its clients and customers. Speaking at the launch, Head of Personal Banking Israel Arinaitwe said the initiative marks a shift from traditional …

Gulu, Uganda | URN | Gulu Regional Referral Hospital management has pledged sweeping reforms in healthcare service delivery following serious allegations of patient neglect, arrogance, and mistreatment by some staff. The commitment was made during a community baraza held on Thursday at the hospital premises in Gulu City. The meeting …

Kampala, Uganda | URN | In the sterile, high-pressure environment of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Mulago Hospital, the line between professional duty and personal trauma is paper-thin. For Martha Alupo, who’s in charge of the unit, the last nine years have been a demonstration of sheer resilience. But the …

Kitgum, Uganda | URN | Traders in Kitgum Municipality have turned to Prof. Ogenga Otunnu to intervene in an escalating dispute with municipal authorities over taxation, citing harassment, overcharging, and lack of consultation. Two weeks ago, some 300 members of the business community protested what they described as excessively high …

Kampala, Uganda | URN  | For 150,000 shillings, Joel Obore promises more than just a quick fix; he promises a “permanent” transformation. Obore, a dealer of the Asia-imported AlphaMax M+ Coffee, uses aggressive marketing tactics that leave potential clients feeling they have no choice but to buy. Instead of a …

Kawempe, Uganda | PARLIAMENT | Maternal deaths annually recorded at Kawempe National Referral Hospital have been slashed over the past three years from 200 to 60, Members of Parliament have been told. The revelation was made by the hospital’s executive director, Dr Emmanuel Byaruhanga, while appearing before the Public Accounts …

Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Norland International marked its 7th anniversary in Uganda with an ambitious expansion plan anchored on a new tea and coffee franchise model, as company leaders called for policy reforms to ease trade and unlock regional business growth. The event, held at the UMA Show …

Soroti, Uganda | URN | ‎The Alito Bridge, a crucial crossing point for road users and the business community between Teso and Northern Karamoja, is in a state of disrepair that has drawn widespread fear and condemnation. ‎‎‎ This vital infrastructure connects Teso to Karamoja through Otuke, Abim, Kotido, Kabong and …

Madi-Okollo, Uganda | URN | Women in Terego and Madi-Okollo districts continue to face challenges in accessing justice, education, health services, and economic opportunities despite ongoing interventions from the government and development partners aimed at empowering girls and women. The concern was raised by district leaders, women activists, and partners during …