Primary six pupils at Lukese Church of Uganda primary school attending class under a tree due to lack of enough classrooms. Kampala, Uganda | URN | Government-aided schools across the country have begun sending home teachers and support staff whose salaries are paid through Parents’ and Teachers’ Association (PTA) contributions, following renewed government directives against charging parents fees and other levies. The first casualties are often teachers hired to cover subjects the government payroll does not adequately cover, alongside cleaners, guards, cooks and laboratory attendants whose wages traditionally come from parental contributions. “If the government completely insists on this, we…
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Tooro’s Queen Mother Best Kemigisa has finally confirmed that her son, the fallen Omukama of Tooro, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, indeed left a son behind. King Oyo succumbed to cancer on 27th August at Baylor Scott & White Hospital in Dallas, Texas. In a statement issued on her social media platforms, the grieving mother extended her gratitude to everyone who stood by her through the most trying time. Amidst the trending debate surrounding his existence, Queen Mother confirmed that King Oyo left behind a son whom they hoped would return to Uganda on the same plane. However,…
Comedian Shawa has opened up about his fallout with fellow comedian Sammie that led to the disbanding of their comedy duo ‘Sammie and Shawa’. Sammie came out announcing their split recently, accusing Shawa of being fake and selfish. He claimed Shawa got the fame and abandoned him behind without telling him. He also accused him of going behind his back and earning money under the guise that they were still a duo, and of never giving him his own share. Shawa, during his interview, confirmed that their journey as a duo had indeed come to an end, declaring that he had officially ended…
Dan Odongo Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) is considering a hike in registration fees for candidates sitting national examinations. Sources have indicated to URN that the proposal is among the issues the UNEB board and its committees have been discussing this week. The examination body assesses whether the current fees are sufficient to meet the rising cost of administering national examinations. Dan Odongo, the UNEB Executive Director and secretary to the board, confirmed the discussions in an interview with our reporter on Tuesday afternoon. Odongo said the current fees have become increasingly inadequate as…
Trainees in the MTN Internet … ere, Kampala on Sept.18..jfif Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | MTN Foundation, in partnership with the Maendeleo Foundation, has graduated 305 trainees in Kampala from the sixth phase of its Internet Bus and Financial Literacy Programme, taking the number of Ugandans trained through the initiative to more than 6,700. The graduates received certificates at a ceremony held at R Labs Uganda in Makerere Kikoni on Sept.18, as the programme seeks to expand digital and financial literacy among communities with limited access to technology and skills. The Internet Bus is a mobile classroom designed to…
Pride Bank Managing Director and CEO, Veronicah Gladys Namagembe and Moris Seguya, Country Manager, Interswitch Uganda (middle) show off the new card, launching Pride Ku Mulyango Through this partnership, Pride Bank customers will benefit from two key solutions: Quickteller Agency Banking, which extends selected banking services through Interswitch’s network of more than 21,000 agents across Uganda, and the roll out of Pride Bank Verve Debit Cards, connecting customers to a wider network of ATMs and payment acceptance points. Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Pride Bank has officially launched its strategic partnership with Interswitch, marking a significant step in expanding access…
Fort Portal, Uganda | URN | The Tooro Kingdom has cautioned subjects contributing food towards the September 29 coronation of Crown King Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I against taking items that are prohibited under royal cultural practices to Karuziika Palace. The warning was issued on Monday during a preparatory meeting at Karuziika Palace in Fort Portal City that brought together clan leaders, members of the Kingdom Supreme Council and county chiefs. The Kingdom is mobilising cash and in-kind contributions from its subjects, friends and well-wishers to support the coronation ceremony. Moses Musinguzi, spokesperson for the coronation organising committee, said each of the…
“Shela phela sazane kangcono…. Aw’ shela phela… ayayayaii…”, the crowd sang along to one of Boohle’s biggest hits, as the South African songstress took over Don Julio’s Summer Active Party, at 1420- Bugolobi, on Sunday, September 20. The day-into-night celebration, which was the second edition of the Summer Active Party of its kind, had guests flocking to the venue as early as 3pm. They slowly settled into their reserved tables, all set for an afternoon of tequila, delicious food and easy conversation, before transitioning into a high-energy, fun-packed night. The tequila was served in all forms, from tasty cocktails like…
Singer Spice Diana, real name Namukwaya Hajarah Diana, has announced that she will be holding her 16 January 2027 concert dubbed the After 10 Stars concert. Last night, Spice Diana, through her Snapchat handle, sparked speculation after she shared a date, leaving fans perplexed. While many linked the date to officiating her marriage, the singer has today clarified that it is actually her concert date, set to go down at the Marriott Hotel Nsambya in Kampala. The announcement has since generated anticipation among Spice‘s fans, with many expressing their readiness to be part of the experience. ALSO READ: Spice Diana…
Spice Diana has responded to social media users who criticise her for publicizing and documenting her charity work on camera. Over the years, Spice Diana has been actively involved in philanthropy and charity work, and through this, she has provided care for children with special needs and the less privileged. During her recent interview, she responded to critics questioning her intentions behind her charity work, considering that she films it all on camera. “Sensible people no longer criticize us. When you go through all those comments and see those criticizing us, you will find they have just come to own a smartphone. Some just want to speak…