A former teacher of English who has something to say through investigative journalism/3-time National Journalist of the Year(2015,2016,2017)/ Car enthusiast
Kampala, Uganda
Joined November 2012
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Yeah, it was tough. The riskiest, but most rewarding project in my life. Thank you @sdkafeero;@namlyd & @zammagazine for that incredible support
In this story by @zammagazine's Investigations Editor, @evelyngroenink, 10 African investigative journalists who took part in the #ZAMKleptocracyProject look back on months of risks, hardship & revelations. buff.ly/3zSJrM6
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EDITOR'S PICK: 13 Uganda Civil Aviation Authority officials, including Chief Engineer Herbert Ngobi, have been charged and remanded to Kigo Prison over alleged infrastructure vandalism and security breaches at Entebbe International Airport.
Full story on Page 8.
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We congratulate Dr Edward Sengonzi on this call to higher service. @Parliament_Ug @VisionGroup @newvisionwire
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EDITOR'S PICK: The President has released a new list of Permanent Secretaries in a major shake-up of the public service. With more appointments expected, who is in, who is out, and what does it mean for service delivery?
See details on Page 4.
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TRUE. The US Intelligence Community (its 18 agencies) assessed that Iran is not building a nuclear weapon and has not reauthorized the program suspended in 2003. DNI Tulsi Gabbard presented this consensus to Congress and the administration; former NCTC director Joe Kent later confirmed the 18-agency agreement. Trump publicly dismissed the assessment.
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BREAKING: Israel’s president picks opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot to form a new government, in a setback for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. apnews.com/article/israel-el…
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C-section price has been reduced to UGX 25,000 ($7) from UGX 50,000 ($14) at Lacor Hospital. It's also the best General Hospital in Uganda. Consultation fee is UGX 7,000
ICU care at UGX 30,000 with a waiver policy for patients who can't pay
Similar PNFP hospitals charge UGX 1M+
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EDITOR'S PICK: Inside Mulago, you'll find long queues, crowded corridors & patients in a desperate struggle for treatment. What is really happening at Uganda's largest referral hospital & what does it mean for ordinary Ugandans seeking care & medics providing care?
See pge 8 & 9
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Dear @UEDCLTD , Papa @mkainerugaba , @AndrewMwenda and everyone with a voice and power, WHO WILL COMPENSATE SUCH POOR UGANDANS? 😭🙏
Life is truly tough on the ground. 💔.
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EDITOR'S PICK: The stage is set for Global Entrepreneurship Week and the Pakasa Forum. From start-ups to established enterprises, we bring you everything business — insights, opportunities, and the people driving growth.
Full story on pages 6 & 7.
Spot on. For more examples to buttress your point that govt is pathetic at running business, lets look at our electricity sector.
We got rid of @umeme with a promise we were going to see good times.
Now see whats happening. Today I have counted 6 loadssheddings in Luzira.
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#PakasaForum2026: Dr. Benon Luggya, Founder of Maganjo Grain Millers, will share practical insights and tips for building a successful business.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from his experience and get inspired to grow your business
@EntUganda @pearlbank_ug @CentenaryBank @mofpedU @mtic_uganda
#PakasaForum2026 #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek #EnterpriseUganda
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📰 The New Vision | Wednesday Edition
From the arrest of retired Gen. Peter Elwelu to Nabbanja's talks with King Charles, today's edition brings you captivating stories.
🔹 How Elwelu was arrested as Teso leaders call for calm and a speedy trial.
🔹 Nabbanja holds talks with King Charles.
🔹 School bus accident survivors sit for PLE.
🔹 More Ugandans turn to HIV prevention drugs.
🗞️ Get your copy from the nearest vendor or read the e-paper: epapers.visiongroup.co.ug
#VisionUpdates
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EDITOR'S PICK: Bank of Uganda has come out strongly to defend its interventions in the foreign exchange market, saying action was needed to prevent a rapid depreciation of the shilling.
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For two days in a row, we have had no power in kawanda. What is going on @UEDCLTD and @MEMD_Uganda? We need service @UgandaMediaCent. Dear cdf @mkainerugaba aren't there serious engineers in @MODVA_UPDF?
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Who is stealing Government fuel? 🤔
We have an exclusive investigation in Weekend Vision. Get your copy or read our #Epaper at: epapers.visiongroup.co.ug | #VisionUpdates
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Battle of the titans. Dont miss the ultimate university quiz this weekend
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The Annual headline Inflation for the year ending October 2026 is recorded at 5.8%, from the 4.6% recorded in September 2026.
The annual Core inflation for October is at 4.4% from the 3.7% recorded in September 2026.
The highest Inflation was recorded within the Kampala Low income, while the least Inflation was recorded in Mbarara.