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Minister for the Presidency Milly Babalanda has ordered RDCs to closely track government projects, expose corruption and report officials who fail to deliver. The real test is whether the new pressure will turn abandoned projects, ghost workers and sold public jobs into action rather than another round of warnings.

Resty Natalie ignored a small lump because it didn’t seem serious. Six months later, doctors diagnosed her with Stage III breast cancer. Her story mirrors that of thousands of Ugandans who seek treatment too late, even though experts say up to half of cancers could be prevented through healthier lifestyles, vaccination and early screening.

For generations, a university degree has been regarded as the surest path to a successful career. Yet for many Ugandan…

Uganda has spent decades developing policies and reform strategies, but citizens judge government differently—by whether services are delivered efficiently and fairly. A new commentary argues that the country’s next phase of transformation must focus on faster service delivery, accountability, meritocracy and a citizen-first culture if public trust and economic growth are to improve.

For thousands of Ugandan students, academic success is often overshadowed by financial hardship. KCB Bank Uganda’s support for 56 intelligent but disadvantaged learners highlights a bigger national challenge: ensuring that talent, not family income, determines who gets a chance to succeed. The initiative also signals how banks are increasingly investing in education, financial literacy and the country’s future workforce.

For years, automation has been portrayed as the enemy of workers. But new evidence from the World Bank suggests the story is far more complicated. Robots and AI are creating new opportunities even as they replace routine tasks, shifting the real challenge from job destruction to skills, education and preparedness. The countries that adapt fastest may emerge stronger than ever.

Counterfeit engine oil is emerging as a hidden threat to Uganda’s transport sector, quietly damaging vehicles, increasing fuel consumption, and driving up repair costs. While many motorists focus on fuel prices, mechanics and industry experts warn that fake lubricants may be costing drivers far more than they realise—through breakdowns, lost income, and long-term engine damage.

The Rotary Club of Buziga has marked a year of major community impact in Buwama, handing over a girls’ dormitory for visually impaired learners and launching a new Braille machine drive as the club ushers in its first female president.

Flavoured shisha and vaping products are becoming more visible among young Ugandans, raising fresh concern about nicotine addiction, health risks and how the tobacco industry is using trendy packaging and sweet flavours to attract a new generation.

Former Speaker Anita Among has publicly congratulated Jacob Oboth-Oboth after weeks of silence, as Uganda’s new parliamentary leader vows to fight corruption, strengthen accountability and restore public trust in the 12th Parliament.