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BBC documentary on migrants sparks debate in Parliament

Members of Parliament have called on government to negotiate better bi-lateral agreements on labour externalisation, following a recent British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) documentary that showcased Ugandan girls involved in sex slavery in the United Arab Emirates.The "Death in Dubai"…

House committee calls for review of €183m water and sanitation loan

The Committee on National Economy has called on government to review its proposed €183.3 million loan from Standard Chartered Bank, UK, and Shs120.4 billion from the domestic market through a six-month Treasury Bill for the Strategic Towns Water Supply and Sanitation Project - Phase II.The proposal…

Uganda Airlines limping but has potential - PAC report

Uganda Airlines, often criticised for its heavy financial losses, still holds significant investment potential if strategic reforms are implemented, a new House report has revealed.The Public Accounts Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (PAC-COSASE) on the airline…

Shadow minister slams Govt action to save Lake Bunyonyi

MPs have called for stringent measures to protect Lake Bunyonyi, following pollution concerns.The Shadow Minister for Water and Environment, Hon. Christine Kaaya (NUP, Kiboga District Woman Representative), said government interventions were inadequate and failed to confront the root causes of the…

Bugiri hospital loan triggers MPs' demands for infrastructure upgrade

The US$20m loan passed by Parliament for the upgrading of Bugiri General Hospital has sparked a flurry of demands for a comprehensive review of the state of regional hospitals across the country.The loan from the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa was passed on Wednesday, 10 September…

Bugiri Hospital upgrade on course after MPs pass U$20m loan

The bed capacity at Bugiri General Hospital in eastern Uganda will increase from 100 to 250 after completion of renovation works at the facility.  These works will be possible after Parliament approved a government proposal to borrow up to US$20 million (about Shs74.6 billion) from the Arab Bank…

Parliament briefed on saving the White Rhinoceros

The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities has launched a robust conservation initiative dubbed ‘name a Rhino, save a Rhino’ at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola District.Members of Parliament were informed by the sector state minister that the initiative offers the public a chance to…

Uganda Cranes receive standing ovation as MPs task Govt on funding

The Uganda Cranes squad has been praised for outstanding performance at the just concluded 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), in which the national team made a historic qualification to the quarter finals.Hon. Peter Ogwang, Minister of State for Education and Sports (Sports) moved a motion,…

PAC report lays bare billions lost in govt projects

The Committee on Public Accounts (Central Government) has drawn the attention of legislators to exaggerated costs of government-funded infrastructure projects.In its report on the Auditor General’s findings for the 2023-2024 financial year, PAC systematically breaks down how taxpayers are paying up…

Debate on Lake Bunyonyi pollution deferred

Speaker Anita Among has deferred the debate over Lake Bunyonyi pollution to Thursday, 18 September 2025, to incorporate broader parliamentary perspectives.The presiding officer's guidance follows protest from Hon. John Baptist Nambeshe, the Chief Opposition Whip, in response to the statement…

US$99.6 million livestock loan to benefit 55 districts

Government can now borrow up to US$99.6 million to finance the proposed Resilient Livestock Value Chain Project (ReLiV) in 55 districts.The loan, approved by Parliament, will be borrowed from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).The Minister of State for Finance, Planning and…

Local govt leaders' pay rise kicks in next financial year

Political leaders in the local government sphere are set for a pay rise beginning in the 2026/27 financial year following a directive by President Yoweri Museveni.The Minister of Local Government, Hon. Raphael Magyezi, announced the development while presenting a statement before Parliament on…

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