By. Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D (Hon.) In a landmark achievement for Uganda’s real estate sector, H.E. Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, the Honorary Consul of Nepal to Uganda, has been honoured with the prestigious Responsible Investment Global Award by Public Opinions. The accolade recognizes his exceptional contribution to the property development industry, where he…
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Government Raises Arts Teachers’ Salaries by 25%
Updated by Faith Barbarav N Ruhinda at 1205 EAT in Wednesday 12 June 2026 The government has significantly increased funding for education, skills development and sports in the 2026/27 financial year, with part of the additional allocation earmarked for a long-awaited salary enhancement for arts and primary school teachers. According to the budget speech presented…
Mayiga Sparks Debate After Calling Uganda Martyrs “Traitors” in Historical Context
Updated by HICGI News Agancy at 1205 EAT on Wednesday 10 June 2026 KAMPALA — Buganda Kingdom’s Katikkiro, Charles Peter Mayiga, has triggered widespread debate after describing the Uganda Martyrs as “traitors” when viewed from the perspective of the Buganda royal administration under Kabaka Mwanga II. The remarks, made in an interview with Daily Monitor…
Museveni Directs Audit of Shs231bn Allocated to Veterans’ Wealth Creation Programme
Updated by HICGI News Agency at 1138 EAT on Wednesday 10 June 2026 President Yoweri Museveni has directed leaders of veterans’ associations to convene for a comprehensive audit of more than Shs231 billion disbursed under various government programmes intended to improve the livelihoods of veterans. The directive was issued during this year’s Heroes’ Day celebrations,…
UPDF to Recruit 10,200 Soldiers as Army Prioritises Science Skills and Tightens Anti-Corruption Measures
Updated by HICGI News Agency at 1209 EAT on Friday 5 June 2026 KAMPALA, June 5, 2026 — The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has announced a nationwide recruitment exercise targeting 10,200 new soldiers, with military authorities placing special emphasis on science and technical qualifications while introducing stricter measures to curb corruption during the enlistment…
Kagadi Leaders Demand Greater Recognition Following Cabinet Appointments
By HICG News Agency at 1319 EAT on Thursday 4 June 2026 KAGADI — Growing frustration is emerging in Kagadi District following the latest Cabinet appointments, which once again left the district without representation at the highest level of government despite its long-standing support for President Yoweri Museveni and the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM)….
Ugandan Content Creator Master Parrot Dies in Northern Bypass Crash
By HICGI News Agency at 1311 EAT on Thursday 4 June 2026 KAMPALA — Ugandan content creator and online entertainer Master Parrot has died following a road accident along Kampala’s Northern Bypass, a tragedy that has sent shockwaves through the country’s growing digital entertainment community. The accident reportedly occurred on Tuesday evening along the busy…
High Court Directs Commencement of Besigye Treason Trial Within a Week
Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1150 EAT on Tuesday 2 June 2026 The High Court in Kampala has directed that the treason trial of veteran opposition politician Rt. Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye commence within a week, despite objections from the defence that it had not been afforded sufficient time to prepare its case….
