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The compensation of persons affected by the East African Crude Oil Pipeline project (EACOP) stands at 98 per cent completion, according to the Director Economic and National Content Monitoring at the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), Peninah Aheebwa. The revelation follows concerns raised by Kalungu West County MP, Hon. Joseph Ssewungu on the matter. “There are some people who have …

Post Views: 1 AMBROSE KWERONDAIN KISOROwww.mknewslink.com President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, through the former Inspector General of Police, Rtd. Gen. Kale Kayihura, has urged residents of Kisoro District to grow Hass avocados as a way of generating household income, fighting poverty, and reducing alcohol abuse. Gen. Kayihura made the remarks yesterday on the second day of his tour across various …

By Our Reporter Mbale City, Uganda The Bugisu Cultural Institution has warned against attempts by individuals and groups allegedly using cultural platforms to undermine ongoing and planned government projects in the Bugisu sub-region. Speaking to this publication in Mbale City, the institution’s spokesperson, Steven Masiga, cautioned a section of the Bamasaaba community against what he described as subversive activities being …

Beneath the glossy billboards bragging about 5G speeds and “Digital Uganda Vision 2040,” a far darker story is unfolding in the dust and heat of Uganda’s network extension sites. While Huawei basks in praise for powering Uganda’s next-generation networks, a growing number of migrant Chinese workers claim they are paying the true price of the tech giant’s expansion. One such …

Kibaale – Bunyoro leaders have applauded President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for steering the region’s transformation through major infrastructure projects and policies that have uplifted women and expanded opportunities for local communities. Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja led the praise Tuesday, hailing the President as the champion of women emancipation. She said her own journey from district leadership to the …

On November 20th, 2025, the Managing Director of National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), Gen Mugira, conducted a tour of Uganda Security Printing Company factory (USPC) and Uganda Free Zones and Export Promotions Authority (UFZEPA) in Entebbe, both projects being undertaken by NEC Construction Works and Engineering Ltd (NEC Works), a subsidiary of NEC.  During the tour, Gen Mugira was received by …

Butaleja – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has praised Butaleja District for its steady development across key sectors, noting that the area has made remarkable progress in water access, electrification, agriculture, and social services. Addressing thousands of supporters at Booma Grounds, the NRM Presidential flag bearer said the district’s achievements reflect improved planning, commitment, and effective use of government programs. Museveni …