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Prime Minister Commissions Masindi Hospital, AFCON Training Facility Project
Robinah Nabbanja has launched construction of Masindi Hospital and an AFCON 2027 training facility, with NEC and the UPDF Engineering Brigade tasked to deliver the projects.

UPDF Officers Urged to Stay Loyal to President Museveni after Staff Course Pass-Out
UPDF officers graduating in Jinja were urged to combine professional excellence with loyalty to President Museveni as they completed their staff training course.

Moroto Ideology Course Focuses on Discipline, National Service
Maj Gen Wilberforce Sserunkuma has challenged soldiers attending an ideology course in Moroto to uphold discipline, patriotism and strong relations with civilians.

Brig Gen Kuteesa Takes over Nakasongola Cantonment Command
Brig Gen Kosia Kuteesa has officially assumed office as Nakasongola Cantonment Commander, replacing Col David Mugisha.

NRM Predicts Comfortable Victory in Kikuube By-Election
NRM candidate Paddy Kisembo says the ruling party's strong grassroots support puts him in a good position to win the Kikuube LC5 by-election

Uganda Projects Fastest Growth in 30 Years as Oil Production Nears
Uganda expects economic growth to hit 10 per cent in 2026/27 as commercial oil production begins.

UPDF Shares Blueprint for Gender Inclusion with Regional Counterparts
The UPDF has shared its gender inclusion reforms with regional security agencies as Uganda hosted East African delegations seeking lessons on gender-responsive security sector reforms.

New Defence Minister Assumes Role With Pledge to Support Veterans
Kiryowa Kiwanuka has taken over as Defence minister, promising lawful defence, stronger systems and better welfare for veterans.

Parliament Clears Shs720 Billion Borrowing for Solar Irrigation Scheme
Parliament has approved a €168.9 million loan to finance solar-powered irrigation systems aimed at boosting coffee production and protecting farmers from climate-related losses.

NRM’s Kikuube District Chairperson Candidate Courts Voters Ahead of Poll
NRM candidate Paddy Kisembo has intensified campaigns in Kyangwali and Kabwoya sub-counties ahead of next week’s Kikuube District chairperson by-election.




