The ESG framework, adopted in 2022 by United Nations agencies, aims to align business operations with environmentally friendly practices as a strategy for conserving biodiversity. In Uganda, the framework is implemented by the Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Finance Limited, requiring financial institutions to refrain from financing projects that harm the environment or promote unethical social conduct.
The news of the Kyabazinga’s academic milestone sent jubilation across Busoga and beyond on Monday, with thousands of well-wishers taking to X (formerly Twitter), WhatsApp, Instagram, and other social media platforms to congratulate their monarch.
Sources have informed Uganda Radio Network (URN) that the issue stems from the December graduation, during which some unqualified individuals were irregularly included on the list of graduates—a matter later uncovered by the university management.
Speaking to journalists at the NRM headquarters in Kampala on Monday, Odoi revealed that senior political figures, including Members of Parliament and RDCs, have been observed interfering with the electoral process, causing mismanagement and influencing outcomes in various areas.
Kisekka was convicted on Monday following his own guilty plea to the charge of murder, under a plea bargain agreement with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. The state was represented by Assistant DPP Thomas Jatiko and Chief State Attorney Jacqueline Okui.
However, that Kisekka while on remand at Makindye Military Barracks, he escaped from the military detention and went to Kayunga to burn charcoal and started Charcoal business, six years after he had been on Court Martial remand.
In his homily, the Archbishop of Mbarara Archdiocese, the Most Rev Lambert Bainomugisha, praised Bishop Rubaramira not only for his spiritual guidance but also for his impactful contributions to health and education.
Across several sub-counties, town councils, and municipality divisions, a significant number of former NRM Chairpersons and other long-term serving party officials failed to retain their positions in a move seemingly signaling leadership changes.
On Monday, more than 50 elders gathered at Onduparaka, the former headquarters of Ayivu County, to peacefully demonstrate their demands. Holding placards in support of Arua City, they specifically called for the creation of more divisions, not a separate district.
Speaking to journalists at the NRM headquarters in Kampala on Monday, Odoi revealed that senior political figures, including Members of Parliament and RDCs, have been observed interfering with the electoral process, causing mismanagement and influencing outcomes in various areas.
Across several sub-counties, town councils, and municipality divisions, a significant number of former NRM Chairpersons and other long-term serving party officials failed to retain their positions in a move seemingly signaling leadership changes.
David Kamugisha, the NRM Registrar for Luwero District, said the elections commenced by 10:00 a.m. across all designated areas. By the afternoon, voting had ended without any reported incidents.
During his visit, the President commissioned the Mubuku and Kibuku industrial hubs in Kasese and Ntoroko districts, respectively. He also launched USMID-funded civil works projects in Kasese Municipality.
In a statement issued on Monday morning, Dr. Odoi said he had received multiple complaints from candidates alleging that voters were being hidden or confined by rival camps to influence their choices during the voting process.
According to Mt. Moroto Regional Police Spokesperson Mike Longole, the joint forces swiftly responded to the scene and engaged the attackers in a fierce gun battle.
Moses Awas (Gwills) said Karamoja artists are often underrated and exploited by politicians for political mileage. “I’m really disappointed. You can’t expect a serious artist to perform for Shs 200,000,” Awas said.
Community members allege that Tororo Cement contracted RAM Excavation Limited to mine sand from their river without consultation or consent. They claim RAM is transporting the sand for free and selling it to Tororo Cement at UGX 2 million per truckload.
