The government has announced that local contractors will be prioritized in the construction of various roads in Kampala, with a commitment to support and empower Ugandan firms. This was revealed by State Minister for Kampala, Joseph Kyofatogabye, during a press conference held at the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) headquarters, where contracts for various road construction projects were signed.
Thirty (30) Tanzanian nationals have been arrested for engaging in illegal fishing activities on Lake Victoria, specifically in the Kasensero area.
The operation was conducted by the fisheries enforcement unit operating in Mpigi and Kalungu, under the leadership of Captain Jacob Obbo. The operation was carried out last night on the orders of Lt. Col. Mercy Tukahiirwa.
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has challenged leaders across the country to emulate President Yoweri Museveni by taking personal initiative to supervise the Parish Development Model (PDM) in their respective districts. Tayebwa emphasized the importance of hands-on leadership in ensuring the success of the program, which aims to drive socio-economic transformation at the grassroots level.
The Minister of State for Defence and Veteran Affairs (Veteran Affairs), Hon. Huda Abason Oleru, received a delegation from the Republic of Azerbaijan, led by Counselor Rustam Hasanli, during a courtesy call at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs Headquarters in Mbuya, Uganda.
Kikuube
Residents from two villages, including Ngogo and Kaseeta in Kabwoya Sub-county, Kikuube District, have confronted officials from the National Forestry Authority (NFA) responsible for the Kasindi Sector in the Albertine Region. The residents are accusing the NFA of cutting down Bugoma Forest, which they rely on for their livelihoods, and failing to compensate them for the resources they have lost due to the destruction of the forest.
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