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At least six suspects have been arrested in Lwera over illegal sand mining. They were apprehended in a multi-agency enforcement operation led by the National Environment Management Authority in Lwera, which also saw the destruction of equipment and the seizure of vehicles used in the illicit trade. The environment watchdog has reiterated its commitment to enforcing environmental laws and safeguarding Uganda’s natural resources.

Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOs) serve as a vital bridge to financial inclusion for Uganda’s unbanked populations, particularly those in rural areas. Long criticized for rudimentary operations that have hindered their growth and outreach, SACCOs are now transforming through modern technology tools.

As fuel costs continue to rise across East Africa, Uganda’s logistics and transport companies are changing their strategy, shifting from mere access to greater fuel visibility and efficiency. Facing persistent challenges such as poor connectivity and limited tracking devices, operators are now adopting smart telematics solutions. These systems store and analyze data offline, helping minimize losses from inefficiencies like excessive idling and suboptimal routing. Betty Ndagire reports.

The 2026 Uganda Cup semifinal draws, conducted today in Kampala, have placed holders Vipers Sports Club against 2024 winners Kitara Football Club. The other semifinal will see surging Sports Club Villa face off with URA FC, with the first leg set to be played at Nakivubo Stadium between May 1st and 3rd.

A new platform called Female-Led & Made Enterprises has been unveiled to address challenges facing small enterprises led by women. According to officials, it aligns financing, skills development, and market access to transition women from survival-level enterprises to scalable, sustainable businesses. Studies show that only about 3 in 10 beneficiaries of major business financing programs are women, underscoring persistent barriers to credit and other resources. Ronah Nahabwe reports.

The inaugural edition of the KCB Schools Chess Tournament is slated to take place at Kampala Parents School on 13th June, with over one thousand players expected to compete for top honors. Participating schools will have five hundred chess boards to share, courtesy of the 30 million shillings sponsorship by KCB.

The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has released the Labour Market Survey (LMS) 2025 report, indicating that the unemployment rate in Uganda has stagnated at about 12%. According to the report, the unemployment rate among women is higher at 13.9% compared to their male counterparts at 10.8%. We bring you more details on this report.

Authorities are moving to tighten building safety rules and introduce science-based checks for new developments, as concerns grow over the rising risks linked to floods, earthquakes, and poor construction practices in fast-growing urban areas. Speaking at the launch of a new initiative, officials said Uganda will now rely more on data and risk modeling to guide the approval and construction of buildings.

A medical examination has found Christopher Okello Onyum, a key suspect in the killing of toddlers at an early childhood centre, fit to stand trial, despite being identified as a sickle-cell carrier. The assessment was ordered by Alice Komuhangi Khaukha following concerns raised by the defense over the accused’s health. Jackson Onyango was present at the trial and now reports.

Parliament has stated that it needs five billion shillings to help support elderly Members of Parliament who are over 65 years old. They say that currently, the health insurance scheme only covers people up to the age of 65. However, as older individuals have continued to be elected into Parliament, the number of elderly MPs has increased, and they are struggling to receive adequate support.