The project faces a substantial logistical challenge in transporting large refinery equipment to the construction site. Mugerwa said some vessels would be more than six metres in diameter and weigh at least 200 tonnes each. Hoima, Uganda | URN | The planned US$4 billion oil refinery at Kabaale in Hoima District is targeting a Final Investment Decision (FID) in February 2027, but key agreements, engineering work, and arrangements for transporting heavy equipment remain outstanding. The planned refinery, with a capacity to process 60,000 barrels of crude oil per day, is a cornerstone of Uganda’s strategy to become a significant player…
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Omollo (middle) flanked by Vice President Mohamed Aziz left and Mohamed Anwar from Egypt right Hammamet, TUNISIA | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Uganda’s Johnson Omollo has been re-elected President of the Africa Golf Confederation (AGC), securing an unopposed victory during the General Assembly held in Hammamet, Tunisia on Wednesday. Omollo, who first took the continental helm in 2022 in El Gouna, Egypt, was endorsed by 18 member countries present at the assembly, with a total of 31 nations backing him as Africa’s choice. The election, held on the sidelines of the ongoing All Africa Team Championship at La Foret Golf Course,…
Tejas Patel is escorted by a prison officer following the court proceedings on October 16 Kampala, Uagnda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Businessman and insurance broker Tejas Patel has been granted bail today –October 16 by the Makindye Magistrate’s Court in a case in which he faces 15 counts of alleged aggravated human trafficking. The court set cash bail at Shs7 million and a non-cash bond of Shs100 million for each surety. Patel is barred from travelling outside Uganda, and his passport has been retained by the state as part of the conditions of his release. He is expected back in court…
Singer Ceaserous, real name Solomon Sentongo, has opened up about his long absence from the Ugandan music scene Ceaserous achieved his big breakthrough with the release of ‘Dangerous’, which was one of the biggest hits in the country at the time. With this, he was one of the best-selling young artists in the industry, with a lot of bookings each day. With time, however, he disappeared off the scene, and during a media interview, Ceaserous revealed that he officially took a music break at the end of 2018 because he was going through personal challenges that needed to be dealt with. During…
Renowned girl duo Kataleya & Kandle have opened up about their dream of working with musician-turned-politician Bobi Wine. During their recent interview with BBS TV, Kataleya & Kandle were tasked with mentioning the artists they would wish to work with on a song, and their first choice was the Firebase Crew leader. The duo, however, noted that Bobi Wine having left the country and relocated to the US, it made it more unlikely that their dream would one day come true. “The people we want to work with all left music. We would really love to work with Bobi Wine but…
Renowned singer Lil Pazo Lunabe has heaped praise on Leone Island boss and singer Dr Jose Chameleone, saying that he has no competition. Lil Pazo was one of the artists who showed up to support Chameleone’s press conference ahead of his December concert, and speaking to journalists, the singer expressed the excitement he felt after seeing his idol again. Lunabe was so quick to crown Chameleone as the best artist who has inspired a whole generation of artists and deserved to be respected for it. “Chameleone is undisputed; just the name alone is a hit. We were all inspired by him. He…
Moses Rutahigwa, Personal, Private and Business Banking Director at Absa Bank Uganda, speaks during the launch. Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Absa Bank Uganda has launched a three-month campaign offering Shs66 million in cash prizes to encourage small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to adopt digital payments using Business Debit Cards. The campaign, running from October 15, 2026, to January 15, 2027, will reward one customer with Shs22 million each month. Existing and prospective business customers can qualify for the monthly draws by opening an active Absa Business Account and signing up for a Business Debit Card, or by spending at least…
CHECK POINT: Anifa Kawooya Minister Bypassed Due Process in Attempt to Suspend Doctor for Pocketing -MOH Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Health has clarified that Dr Robert Candia, a doctor at Arua Regional Referral Hospital who was allegedly suspended by the State Minister for Health, Anifa Bangirana Kawooya, remains at work and continues to perform his duties. The clarification follows a viral video showing Kawooya confronting Candia for addressing her while keeping his hands in his pockets during an official engagement at the hospital. In the video, the minister, accompanied by other officials, questions the…
EOC officials and online journalists pose for a group photo after the engagement. Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has called on online media outlets to strengthen coverage of discrimination, marginalisation and equal opportunities, saying limited public awareness of its mandate could prevent Ugandans from accessing information and seeking redress. The call was made during a half-day engagement with online media practitioners held in Kampala on Oct.15 aimed at improving public understanding of the Commission’s work and exploring how digital platforms can help reach vulnerable and marginalised communities. Shaft Nasser Mukwaya, the Secretary to the EOC,…
Music fans can look forward to an exciting night as Echoled takes to the stage at Thrones Lounge for Jack Daniel’s Off The Record, an event bringing together music, energy, and contemporary entertainment culture. Scheduled for Saturday, October 31, the event will put Echoled in the spotlight for a night built around his sound and the vibrant atmosphere of live music. With Jack Daniel’s and Double Barrel Beverages powering the experience, the event promises to bring a distinctive edge to the nightlife scene. Echolad Brings His Sound to Jack Daniel’s Off The Record Echoled’s appearance at Jack Daniel’s Off The…