The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) has generated a profit of Shs37.6 billion surpassing their projected revenue of Shs6.989 billion. This revelation emerged during a meeting between officials from UNOC and Members of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on Monday, 27 May 2024 where the Auditor General’s report on UNOC’s financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2023, was considered. The recent audit of UNOC revealed an impressive financial performance that caught the attention of the committee. Initially slated to generate Shs6.989 billion in revenue, UNOC ended the fiscal year with Shs37.6 billion. This was attributed to strategic investments…
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Members of Parliament sitting in the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) were left in shock after it emerged that Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital does not have a single delivery bed. Officials from the hospital, led by Dr John Bosco Nsubuga, the Acting Director, and Richard Tumwesigye, the Senior Hospital Administrator, appeared before the committee on Tuesday, 28 May 2024 to respond to queries raised in the Auditor General’s report for the financial year ended 30 June 2023. The committee Deputy Chairperson, Hon. Gorreth Namugga, and other MPs expressed shock at the disclosure by the Auditor General that a hospital in an…
The Minister for Internal Affairs RTD Gen Kahinda Otaffire has warned police chiefs to stop beating up opposition leaders Especially NUP President Hon Robert Kyagulanyi and former FDC President Dr Kiiza Besigye during their political demonstrations, Spyreports can exclusively reveal. The tough Minister issued warning on Tuesday while presiding over the hand over and take over of new police Chiefs at police e headquarters in Naguru.Recently President Museveni appointed former Counter Terrorism Chief abas Byakagaba as the New IGP replacing Martin Okoth Ochola. The President also appointed James Ochaya former Director Research and Planning as Deputy IGP replacing Maj.Gen Tumusiime…
Africa Youth Ambassador for Peace representing Eastern Africa region under the AU Political Affairs, Peace and Security department Nashiba Nakabira Said Technology Could be a Big Problem to The Youth in 20 years time According to the Changes due to Careless Parents in Africa leaving youth engage themselves in Technology and cyber system without Control. Nashiba Said That Technology Without Control may lead to peace Conflicts as it may result to Harassment And Send Messages which are Forcing peace breaking and War especially on Socialmedia. Nakabira Said that While Adressing the African Union Celebrating 20 years of PSC Hosted By…
He said the challenge now is to encourage dairy farmers to adopt the zero-grazing method as opposed to free grazing Credit: Chimpreports President Museveni has defended his wealth creation strategy to the leadership of the three arms of the government by presenting accountability in the form of testimonies of significant achievements already registered by farmers in Gomba and Sembabule districts who listened to his advice. “We the people of Kisozi have decided to invite you to share with you our line of thinking which is the line of NRM. Some people were fighting Sarah Nalwanga [project Coordinator].I told them that…
State House Anti Corruption Unit in collaboration with Uganda Police have arraigned 14 suspects before the Mukono Chief Magistrates on Charges of Forcible Entry, Criminal Trespass, Malicious Damage and Conspiracy to Commit a Felony. It’s alleged that, between 17th and 21st May 2024, the accused together with others that are still at large violently entered into land comprised on Block 189 plot 888 in Lwanyonyi Mukono. These suspects graded the land, destroying crops, trees, and water pipes on land belonging to the Estate of the late Israel Banoba. One Kavambere Rose who claims part of the land, had earlier on…
The 50th edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup climaxed on Saturday, 25th May 2024, at the Muteesa II Stadium, Wankulukuku, as NEC FC played against Kitara FC. Team news NEC FC vs Kitara FC#StanbicUgandaCup | #50thEdition pic.twitter.com/GWLqVVaV41 — Stanbic Uganda Cup (@FUFAUgandaCup) May 25, 2024 At half-time, the scoreline was goalless despite efforts from both teams to score past the goalkeepers. Solomon Okwalinga scored the only goal of the match in the seventy-third minute to seal victory for the Hoima-based side.  Solomon Okwalinga celebrates with teammates after scoring in the 73rd minute to give Kitara FC the lead against NEC FC at the Muteesa…
The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) is set to conduct four sets of examinations in 2024. These include the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) for both the Old and New Curriculum, and the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE). This was confirmed in a statement dated May 24, 2024, by the UNEB Executive Director, Dan Odongo. According to Odongo, this will be the first time UNEB is conducting the UCE examination based on the New Lower Secondary Curriculum (NLSC), adding that UNEB will also offer a one-time transitional UCE exam based on the old curriculum.…
The victory means that United, who finished eighth in the Premier League this season and 31 points behind champions City, secure a spot in the Europa League. Image:Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes lifts the FA Cup after the side won the final at Wembley. Pic: PA Manchester United have won the FA Cup after beating rivals Manchester City 2-1 in the final at Wembley. Alejandro Garnacho put the Red Devils ahead with a close-range effort in the 30th minute after a mix-up between City defender Josko Gvardiol and goalkeeper Stefan Ortega. Kobbie Mainoo then doubled United’s lead nine minutes later with a…
The Uganda National Examinations Board – UNEB has set October 4th, 2024 as the deadline for schools to submit continuous assessment scores for candidates. According to UNEB Executive Director Dan Odongo, continuous assessment will contribute 20 percent to the final end-of-cycle assessment. The exams, which are set for November, will mark the first time UNEB is conducting the UCE examination based on a new lower secondary curriculum, for some of the candidates, while a smaller section will sit these papers on the older syllabus. https://www.ntv.co.ug/ug/news/national/uneb-sets-deadline-to-register-for-november-exams-4634914