UPDATE: I have a clear directive from the President to sort out local government, and from my chairman, the CDF. My security has been enhanced, and therefore, I will not fear anyone. ~ Minister @BalaamBarugahar
Today, while inspecting a bridge project in Bulambuli Town Council under our national “Expose the Corrupt in Local Government” campaign, we uncovered serious irregularities.
The bridge that was constructed is only about half the size of what was specified in the approved Bill of Quantities (BOQ). Even more disturbing, the contractor used black soil as the foundation and final connecting layer instead of the required hardcore and swamp reinforcement materials, in complete disregard of the approved engineering specifications.
These actions have caused Government an estimated loss of UGX 500 million and represent a blatant misuse of public funds.
The Bulambuli Town Council Engineer and the Town Clerk have fled and are currently on the run. They will be apprehended and held accountable, together with anyone else found to have participated in this fraud.
This is exactly why we launched the “Expose the Corrupt in Local Government” campaign. Those who steal from the people and compromise public infrastructure will face the full force of the law. Every shilling of taxpayers’ money must work for Ugandans.
At Pearl Bank, we believe that our greatest asset is our people, and supporting them goes beyond the workplace. It means creating an environment where their mental, emotional, and physical well-being matters.
This morning, our team had the opportunity to engage in a wellness session led by Mwebaze Isharaza, Co-Founder and Program Director at Africa Retreat Centre (ARC), focused on building resilience, strengthening teams, and making intentional choices that support well-being.
The celebration is LIVE!
Join us and be part of the celebration live on X Live and TikTok:
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Don’t miss a moment of this historic celebration.
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Today, I passed out 11,947 UPDF recruits, including 1,002 from the Central African Republic (CAR), at Kaweweta. I congratulated them and reminded them that discipline, integrity, good health and rigorous training are the foundation of a capable army. In this Kisanja of No more Sleep, we must continue working hard.
To our dear friends, we bless God 4 you. Thank you for mourning with us, praying with us & reminding us that we're not alone after losing our baby. Your comfort has given us strength when we felt weak. We are so grateful for every call and every prayer. May God richly bless you.
Incarcerated lawyer Erias Lukwago's legal team says it has resolved to reapply for bail on medical grounds to enable him to seek specialised medical care in India.
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Calling all young innovators and entrepreneurs!
Applications for the AYuTe Africa Challenge Uganda Season 5 are officially OPEN!
Are you 18–35 years and building an agritech solution or agribusiness that's transforming agriculture?
This is your chance to access:
1. Seed Funding( a share of UGX 205,000,000)
2. Mentorship
3. Incubation
4. A platform to scale your innovation
Whether you are building with technology or creating value through agribusiness, AYuTe is looking for bold solutions that improve the lives of smallholder farmers.
Applications close: 24th July 2026
Apply today through our website; https://t.co/jzvoHpUpfO or on WhatsApp- 0757000152
GO BIG. GO BOLD.
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UPDATE: The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) says consultations with relevant government agencies over the disruption of Nation Media Group outlets are ongoing and has asked stakeholders to remain patient as efforts to resolve the matter continue.
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Prime Minister @R_Nabbanja has implored Parliament to appreciate the message contained in President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's recent State of the Nation Address.
Link: https://t.co/vu4glIXx4e
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