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Politics 1 April 2026
Ugandan lawmakers have instructed the Kampala Capital City Authority to introduce axle load controls on city roads to extend their lifespan and reduce frequent repairs. The directive came during a Committee on Presidential Affairs meeting reviewing KCCA's 2026/27 budget proposals. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4383/kcca-directed-implement-axle-load-controls-city-roads
Politics 1 April 2026
The Ugandan government has presented new tax legislation for the 2026/27 financial year, featuring a 30% environmental levy on imported second-hand clothing to curb waste and boost local manufacturing. Additional changes target excise duties on spirits, cement, paints, cooking fat, and introduce withholding taxes on digital services, gaming winnings, and high incomes. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4384/govt-tables-tax-bills-fy202627
Health 1 April 2026
Uganda's Public Accounts Committee has instructed Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital to enhance its mental health services to alleviate congestion at Butabika National Referral Hospital. The move addresses rising depression rates, suicide cases, and high mental illness among children, exacerbated by limited capacity at lower-level facilities. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4381/expand-mental-health-unit-entebbe-hospital
Politics 1 April 2026
Uganda's Parliament has suspended fresh guidelines from the Ministry of Works and Transport that limit district road rehabilitation costs to Shs8-20 million per kilometer, following objections from MPs who argue they hinder effective road maintenance. The decision ensures districts retain control over road priorities and budgeting. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4382/parliament-suspends-new-guidelines-shs1-billion-district-road-fund
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Ugandan lawmakers have instructed the Kampala Capital City Authority to introduce axle load controls on city roads to extend their lifespan and reduce frequent repairs. The directive came during a Committee on Presidential Affairs meeting reviewing KCCA's 2026/27 budget proposals. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4383/kcca-directed-implement-axle-load-controls-city-roads
Health
Uganda's Public Accounts Committee has instructed Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital to enhance its mental health services to alleviate congestion at Butabika National Referral Hospital. The move addresses rising depression rates, suicide cases, and high mental illness among children, exacerbated by limited capacity at lower-level facilities. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4381/expand-mental-health-unit-entebbe-hospital
news
Two key initiatives, SMILES and GER, are empowering over 14,000 vulnerable refugee households in Uganda towards economic independence through integrated poverty graduation and market development strategies. A recent Learning Summit highlighted impressive results, including an 89.4% graduation rate, amid declining humanitarian aid. Source: https://observer.ug/news/thousands-of-refugee-households-in-uganda-move-towards-self-reliance
media
Veteran journalist Daniel K. Kalinaki retires after nearly three decades shaping Uganda's media, particularly through bold reporting at Daily Monitor from 2008-2013. A tribute by former colleague Alex B. Atuhaire highlights their impactful partnership and Kalinaki's legacy in newsroom leadership. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kalinaki-a-man-who-has-had-a-decided-say-on-media-landscape-of-the-modern-times-5409770