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Uganda, France strengthen trade, diplomatic ties

The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has hailed the cooperation between Uganda and France in the areas of trade, investment and diplomatic relations as a formidable uniting factor that ought to be fostered for further growth.“We are looking forward to increasing the trade volumes…

ENHAS and DAS operating without tenancy agreements

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is yet to sign tenancy agreements with cargo handling companies, ENHAS and DAS as they await a decision by the Chief Government Valuer. The authority’s Director General, Fred Bamwesigye made this revelation while meeting Members of Parliament (MPs) on the…

Tayebwa calls for free internet for Educational Websites

The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has emphasised the importance of making educational websites accessible to all children, especially in rural areas.Tayebwa made the remarks at the launch of the CanalBox – Group Vivendi Africa (GVA) Uganda, an internet service provider that targets to make…

COSASE queries UWEC lifeline extension despite merger

The Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has queried the move by the Minister for Public Service, Hon. Wilson Muruli Mukasa to extend the operational mandate of Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC).The functions of the UWEC are supposed to be merged into…

Tourism Training Institute Paves Way for Local Dominance

The Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (HTTI) in Jinja District has unveiled a comprehensive plan to equip hoteliers, tourism students and specialists with the skills needed to dominate the Uganda and East African markets. This revelation was made by Richard Kawere, the Principal of HTTI as he…

UPDF involvement in private security services queried

Lawmakers have questioned the involvement of a Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) owned company in private security services saying it is likely to cause confusion amongst the public.  Last year, the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), the commercial arm of the UPDF ventured into private…

Parliament reconsiders Appropriation Bill, shs750 billion reallocated

Parliament has re-allocated Shs750 billion after revisiting the Appropriation Bill, 2024 which President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni objected to assent to.In the 2024/2025 Budget passed earlier, legislators had allocated the Shs750 billion to areas that they described as critical. These included among…

Govt assurances committee wants police probe into Gulu Hospital's ICU

The Parliament Committee on Government Assurances and Implementation is investigating the circumstances surrounding the dismantling of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Gulu Regional Referral Hospital.Chaired by Hon. Abed Bwanika, the committee is scrutinising government commitments in the health…

Finance ministry on the spot over equity in bailing out companies Primary tabs

Legislators on the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises have tasked the finance ministry to present documentation on the criteria used in granting bailouts to companies in financial crises.According to the committee chairperson, Hon. Medard Sseggona, companies…

Soroti Hospital management calls for infrastructure development

Soroti Regional Referral Hospital is in a state of disrepair significantly hampering its ability to provide adequate medical services.According to Professor Mary Margaret Ajiko, a consultant surgeon at the hospital, there is need for new infrastructure and resources.She highlighted that since the…

NRM shakes up Sectoral Committee leadership

The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has dropped and replaced long-serving committee leaders as Parliament approved designation of members to sectoral committees for the fourth session.Parliament was on Wednesday, 19 June 2024 meeting for the first time since the National Budget…

Summon MPs Through Me - Speaker Among

The Speaker, Anita Among has directed the Police to summon Members of Parliament under investigation, through her.The Speaker made the directive while chairing the plenary sitting on Wednesday, 12h June 2024.Among said that she was aware that some MPs are under arrest and are undergoing…

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