Traders operating in Kampala’s arcades are demanding that the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) halt its use of bulk metering systems. They argue that the practice is unfair, lacks transparency, and leads to inflated electricity bills. The traders are calling for individual metering to ensure accurate billing and greater accountability.
A diplomatic envoy has praised a new uranium project as a major step forward in strengthening bilateral ties between Tanzania and Russia. The project is seen as a strategic milestone that deepens economic cooperation and reflects growing mutual interests in energy and resource development.
Burundi is taking urgent steps to vaccinate Congolese refugee children who have fled conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Faced with the threat of disease outbreaks in crowded refugee camps, the country is working with humanitarian partners to ensure that displaced children receive lifesaving immunizations despite logistical and resource challenges. The campaign reflects a broader effort to protect vulnerable populations caught between war and displacement.
Uganda Cranes co-coach Morley Byekwaso has announced the final 25-man squad for CHAN 2024, with midfielder Allan Okello named captain. The team is currently in camp in Kisaasi after playing friendlies against Tanzania and Senegal. Byekwaso expressed confidence in the squad’s readiness, stating the main goal is to progress beyond the group stage a feat Uganda has never achieved in previous CHAN tournaments. Uganda is in Group A alongside Algeria, Niger, Guinea, and South Africa. The tournament, officially CHAN 2024, will be hosted jointly by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania from August 2 to 30, 2025.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed claims that its recently introduced early exit package is aimed at employees from the northern region. In a statement, the apex bank clarified that the voluntary retirement initiative is open to all eligible staff across its workforce, regardless of region, and is part of broader internal restructuring efforts. The CBN emphasized its commitment to fairness, transparency, and national unity in all human resource decisions.
Gugu expresses concern that sex workers may stop taking their antiretroviral (ARV) medication if community clinics close and they are forced to use public hospitals. She highlights the long wait times and stigma as major barriers—recalling a negative experience with a nurse who treated them disrespectfully. Gugu also fears that lack of privacy and insensitive handling of personal information in hospitals could further discourage sex workers from continuing their treatment.
