Uganda to Recruit 596 Health Workers for Regional Referral Hospitals
Uganda will recruit 596 health workers for 19 regional referral hospitals after Parliament approved Shs40b for staffing.
Lukwago Joseph is an editor at UGANDANZ, where he writes and oversees coverage of Parliament, politics, governance, security and foreign affairs.
With a strong passion for public-interest journalism, Lukwago focuses on explaining important national developments and how government decisions affect ordinary Ugandans. His work includes breaking news, parliamentary reports, political analysis and stories involving public institutions and national security.
Lukwago is committed to accurate, balanced and well-researched reporting. He brings curiosity, attention to detail and a deep interest in Uganda’s political and social affairs to every story he covers.
Uganda will recruit 596 health workers for 19 regional referral hospitals after Parliament approved Shs40b for staffing.
Uganda has proposed EPS reforms, including a 28-day payment window, Shs160,000 speeding fine and clearer 30km/h zones.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned South Africans not to blame migrants for unemployment, crime and poor service delivery.
Lawyer Michael Aboneka has sued Stephen Okello over the continued suspension of several NGOs ordered to close before the January...
Human rights defenders have warned that Uganda could face deeper rule of law challenges if allegations of arbitrary arrests, unlawful...
UNEB has registered 1,403,169 candidates for the 2026 PLE, UCE and UACE exams as normal registration nears the June 30...
Uganda’s Judiciary says a funding shortfall has delayed hearings of 118 election petitions from the January 2026 General Election.
President Museveni has urged new Cabinet ministers to fight corruption and focus on service delivery during a 9-day leadership retreat.
Erias Lukwago was taken from his Wakaliga home after reporting an attack, amid Besigye’s court case against Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
David Kabanda has resigned as PLU secretary general, accusing insiders of selfish interests as Muhoozi names Fadil Twalla to replace...
Christopher Okello has appealed his conviction and death sentence over the killing of four children at Ggaba Early Childhood Development...
Muhoozi Kainerugaba has named a new PLU central committee, appointing Oboth and Tayebwa as special envoys to Parliament.
UPC is considering constitutional reforms requiring party presidential aspirants to have served in top leadership for at least 10 years.
Government will review a policy requiring privately sponsored medical interns to fund themselves during internship, Baryomunsi says.
URA has paid Canaan Sites Shs2.4 billion after wrongly collecting VAT on unimproved land, which is exempt under Uganda’s VAT...
Old Mutual Uganda is hiring agents in Kampala. Fresh graduates with business-related degrees and sales interest are encouraged to apply
UNAIDS Uganda is seeking an online UN Volunteer to support digital content creation, social media and graphic design. Deadline: June...
Jinja City health officials say Bilharzia cases are rising in Lake Victoria fishing communities, with 30 of 60 residents testing...
GEF SGP has opened a call for Ugandan community projects in biodiversity, food systems and urban solutions, with grants up...
Ugandan artists and cultural organisations can apply for Spaces of Culture 2026 grants of up to €50,000 for Africa-Europe partnerships.
Azolla is gaining attention in Uganda as a fast-growing, protein-rich feed supplement for poultry, pigs, fish, rabbits and cattle.
AI could improve crop and livestock productivity, but poor infrastructure and unequal access may limit benefits for smallholder farmers.
Arrest of a suspect in Sydney Gongodyo’s killing has renewed scrutiny of boda boda riders’ role in Uganda’s security networks.
Electoral Commission clears five candidates to contest the Kalangala Woman MP by-election set for June 24.
Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup opener as Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored at Estadio Azteca.
Experts say ordinary Ugandans fund most of the national budget as tax compliance gaps, exemptions and debt pressure persist.
Uganda’s 2026/27 budget prioritises agriculture, tourism, minerals, infrastructure, health, education and innovation.
Outgoing Internal Affairs Minister Kahinda Otafiire criticises police officers for ignoring directives during ministry handover.
Uganda has introduced a tax holiday for luxury hotel developers investing at least $10m for foreigners and $5m for locals.
Police arrest three suspects in Salaama, Kampala, and recover 10 rounds of live ammunition, a toy pistol and other items.
Bank of Uganda will cap daily over-the-counter cash withdrawals at Shs50m for individuals and Shs500m for businesses from Jan. 1,...
Amuria Woman MP Maggie Etilu says she is free after nearly three weeks of alleged unlawful detention since May 23,...
High Court gives Gen Muhoozi, Attorney General and two UPDF officers one week to respond to Besigye’s rights application.
Joel Ssenyonyi wants funds for public functions redirected to medical interns after government abolished their allowances.
Uganda Airlines has signed a Boeing deal to acquire 10 aircraft in a Shs3.7 trillion fleet expansion plan.
Anita Among remains under house arrest as Museveni weighs an IGG report on allegations of money laundering and abuse of...
Uganda’s government-backed loan guarantees rose to Shs740.4b, driven mainly by new Uganda Development Bank facilities.
Joel Ssenyonyi’s Opposition budget proposes Shs71.4 trillion for 2026/27, prioritising health, education, agriculture and institutions.
Fraud allegations have emerged in the Shs80b Cattle Restocking Programme, with some beneficiaries claiming their details were changed.
NEMA arrests three people during a Lubigi Wetland sweep as officials order returning families to vacate the protected area.
© All rights reserved – Ugandan Current Affairs & Educative News | Ugandanz News Website