Busega-Mpigi Expressway project loan approved
The Busega-Mpigi Expressway project works are expected to resume, following approval of a loan of Euros188.18 million (Shs781.04 billion) from the African Development Bank and Euros28.31 million (Shs117.46 billion) from the African Development…
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Parliament honours former Kenyan PM, Raila Odinga
Lawmakers have hailed the late former Kenyan Prime Minister, Raila Amollo Odinga for his Pan Africanism spirit saying that he was a leader revered across Africa and the whole world.
Odinga died in India on Wednesday, 15 October 2025 after…
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New Bill to curb quack HR officers
To restore professionalism and discipline in managing Uganda’s workforce, Members of Parliament have endorsed tough penalties against unqualified and unlicensed human resource (HR) practitioners.
The proposals are among many others…
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Digital Parliament processes to be implemented
In a bid to strengthen institutional capacity for legislation, oversight and representation, Parliament will start an e-Parliament project.
This is contained in Parliament’s Strategic Plan for the financial years, 2025/2026-2029/2030 that…
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Energy Conservation Bill hits snag
Parliament has stood over debate on the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill, 2024, stopping the proposed law from progressing to its second reading.
According to the report of the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, the…
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BBC documentary on migrants sparks debate in Parliament
Members of Parliament have called on government to negotiate better bi-lateral agreements on labour externalisation, following a recent British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) documentary that showcased Ugandan girls involved in sex slavery in the…
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Uganda Airlines limping but has potential - PAC report
Uganda Airlines, often criticised for its heavy financial losses, still holds significant investment potential if strategic reforms are implemented, a new House report has revealed.
The Public Accounts Committee on Commissions, Statutory…
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Shadow minister slams Govt action to save Lake Bunyonyi
MPs have called for stringent measures to protect Lake Bunyonyi, following pollution concerns.
The Shadow Minister for Water and Environment, Hon. Christine Kaaya (NUP, Kiboga District Woman Representative), said government interventions…
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