A stressed parent counts expenses and reviews bills for mandatory school projects, field trips, craft materials and digital devices required under the Competency Based Curriculum. AI generated photo. Kampala, Uganda | URN | When Uganda introduced the lower secondary competence-based curriculum, the idea was to move learning away from memorisation and encourage learners to apply knowledge through practical activities, problem-solving and creativity. But years into its implementation, some teachers and ministry officials say a lack of understanding of the curriculum is turning CBC into an expensive exercise, with schools demanding costly materials and projects from learners in the name of developing…
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Pipe Welding next to PS1. The EACOP has reached 91 percent completion. Kampala, Uganda | URN | The construction of the 1,443-kilometre East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has reached 91 per cent completion, bringing Uganda closer to achieving first oil production, which is expected by the end of this year. The USD 5 billion pipeline is designed to transport crude oil from Uganda’s Albertine Graben to the Chongoleani Peninsula near the Port of Tanga in Tanzania. The project is being implemented through a joint venture between China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Co. Ltd. and Worley Limited. The pipeline begins at…
Humphrey Nabimanya, Founder and CEO of Reach A Hand Africa, said this year’s edition intentionally shifts from symbolic youth engagement to measurable action. Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The fourth edition of the B!LL!Now Now (BNN) Youth Summit, convened by Reach A Hand Africa (RAHA) and Third Sector Builders, has officially kicked off under the theme “Africa Recharged: Youth Power. Bold Voices. Real Change.” Held from 5–7 August 2026 at Reach A Hand Africa’s headquarters in Lungujja Avenue, the three-day Summit is part of the organisation’s activities marking International Youth Day 2026. The Summit has brought together more than…
Parents weep for their children killed in a recent school bus accident. Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Transport authorities are pushing for tighter regulation of vehicles and drivers transporting schoolchildren, including specialised driver certification, tougher vehicle inspections and increased use of speed cameras, as Uganda grapples with a persistent road safety crisis. Winstone Katushabe, the Commissioner for Transport Regulation and Safety and Chief Licensing Officer of Motor Vehicles at the Ministry of Works and Transport, said unroadworthy vehicles, overcrowding and inadequate safety features continue to expose learners to danger. “Unroadworthy vehicles, overcrowding and the lack of basic safety features continue…
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Tourism stakeholders have welcomed Uganda Airlines’ decision to launch direct flights to Kigali, Rwanda, and Accra, Ghana, saying the new connections are expected to boost visitor arrivals, trade, and investment while strengthening Uganda’s position as a regional tourism destination. The direct flights, which are scheduled to commence in October, will expand the national carrier’s African network to 16 destinations as part of its continued growth strategy. The additional routes are also expected to improve regional connectivity and reinforce Entebbe International Airport’s role as a gateway for travel across East and West Africa. Uganda Wildlife Authority…
Singer Irene Namatovu has opened up about Grace Khan’s condition, saying that she is living a better life following her rehabilitation and making better choices. Grace Khan has been in and out of different rehab centers over her battle with alcohol addiction and struggles that have continuously soiled her image, especially on social media. As her mother figure, Namatovu has always been one of her strongest pillars. During her interview with BBS TV, Namatovu couldn’t help but notice the big change in Grace’s behavior ever since she left rehab earlier this year. She revealed that in the past, she on several occasions tried…
More than 60 Independent Members of Parliament have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) today, Thursday, establishing a formal framework for cooperation in Parliament. Independent MPs Sign Cooperation Agreement Kampala, Uganda | URN | The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has further consolidated its influence in the 12th Parliament after dozens of Independent Members of Parliament signed a cooperation agreement allowing them to work closely with the ruling party. The memorandum of understanding (MoU), signed on Thursday, permits the Independent legislators to attend NRM parliamentary caucus meetings, support government business on…
Singer A Pass, real name Alexander Bagonza, has opened up about the genesis of his constant back and forth with Kalifah Aganaga, noting that he took away his microphone midway through his performance years back. During one of his TikTok live broadcasts with King Saha, A Pass reflected on the incident that happened in 2015 during one of DJ Shiru’s shows when Aganaga reportedly cut short his performance, saying he failed to understand what he was singing. “Have you ever been on stage and someone took away the microphone from you saying that you didn’t know what you were doing and they were better than you? That was…
Kadongo Kamu singer Abdul Mulaasi has opened up on the rising HIV cases during his era and how he managed to protect himself from the wave. Abdul Mulaasi, who had nicknamed himself ‘Farm Manager’, was known for releasing songs running on a theme of a man who is always surrounded by women whom he felt entitled to access anytime. During an interview with Sanyuka TV, he acknowledged that during his era as a young musician, women loved him so much over his good looks, young age, and the fact that he sang songs that adored them. Despite living this lifestyle…
The much-anticipated light-heavyweight boxing match between TikTok sensation Anthony Katongole, popularly known as “Chicken,” and comedian Shawa ends in a draw. The Chicken vs Shawa boxing match took place last night, 06 August 2026, at Supremacy Lounge, Nakulabye, graced by several notable figures including Shakib Cham Lutaaya, Uncle Chumi, and Ykee Benda among others, who witnessed and hyped their own. The guests were entertained by performances from Fik Gaza plus several boxing matches before the main game. Chicken and Shawa entered the ring past midnight with Chicken in the red corner and Shawa in the blue. The highlight of the night was…