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Taxes · UgandaThe government is defending a series of new taxes that could increase the cost of living if approved. These proposed taxes are outlined in five sets of tax Bills: the Excise Duty Amendment Bill, 2024; Stamp Duty Amendment Bill, 2024; Income Tax Amendment Bill, 2024; Value Added Tax Amendment Bill, 2024; and Tax Procedures Code Amendment Bill, 2024. The State Minister of Finance, Mr. Henry Musasizi, introduced these proposals last Thursday, which…See the Story
Controversy Surrounds Government’s New Tax Plans
Social Media · UgandaA 12-year-old Ghanaian girl who was married to a 63-year-old traditional priest has been put under police protection. Videos and pictures of Saturday’s customary wedding ceremony between the girl and the priest, Nuumo Borketey Laweh Tsuru XXXIII, had gone viral on social media, angering many Ghanaians. Several people opposed to the marriage called for action from the police and government agencies. However, community leaders defended the ceremon…See the Story
12-year-old Ghanaian Girl Married to Priest, 63, Gets Police Protection
Easter · UgandaOver the Easter holidays, a total of 91 individuals tragically lost their lives in a combination of road accidents and crime incidents, as reported by Uganda police statistics. The breakdown reveals that 46 fatalities resulted from various crime incidents, while an equal number of 45 perished in traffic crashes. These unfortunate events unfolded between March 28 (Holy Thursday) and April 01 (Easter Monday). Michael Kananura, the Traffic Police S…See the Story
Easter Tragedy: 91 Lives Lost in Road Accidents and Crimes
Uganda · UgandaThe outgoing Force Commander of the African Union Transition Mission (ATMIS) in Somalia, Lieutenant General Sam Okiding, bid farewell to his role yesterday as he prepared to return to Uganda to take up the position of Deputy Chief of Defence Forces. Lt Gen Okiding ceremoniously handed over office duties to Major General Marius Ngendabanka, the acting Force Commander, in a formal event held in Mogadishu, Somalia. Ambassador Sivuyile Bam, the Depu…See the Story
Lt Gen Okiding Hands Over ATMIS Office, Returns To Uganda As Deputy CDF
Easter · UgandaMy fellow Ugandans, especially the Bazzukulu, greetings from Rwakyitura! As we bask in the Easter festivities, alongside Maama, I extend my warm wishes for a joyous Good Friday and a blessed Easter (amahiimbuuka). Yes, indeed, it’s a time for celebration and reflection, as we commemorate Jesus’ triumphant victory over death. And what better way to honor this occasion than by auditing and augmenting the noble work of the NRM in our beloved Uganda…See the Story