Author: BIG EYE ADMIN
King Ceasor Augustus Mulenga, the founder and proprietor of King Ceasor University, has reached a new academic milestone after graduating with a Master of Science in Marketing from Makerere University. The achievement was celebrated during the university’s 76th graduation congregation, placing him among the latest cohort of postgraduate scholars. Known primarily for his leadership in business and higher education, King Ceasor stepped back into the role of student to pursue advanced studies in marketing. His accomplishment reflects not only personal ambition but also a belief in continuous education, regardless of status or professional standing. While addressing fellow graduates, he expressed…
Ramathan Ggoobi, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, has announced a significant revision to Uganda’s proposed 2026/27 national budget, pushing total planned expenditure to 78.24 trillion shillings. The adjustment represents an 8.85 trillion shilling jump from figures presented just weeks earlier. The original Budget Framework Paper, which received parliamentary approval in January, had projected spending at 69.39 trillion shillings. In a February 13 circular, Ggoobi explained that improved domestic revenue performance, anticipated external budget support, and additional domestic borrowing created room for the upward revision. The revised estimates are expected to be submitted to the…
Uganda has intensified efforts to turn its embassies into catalysts of economic transformation, calling on diplomatic missions across Africa to prioritize trade, investment, tourism, and technology transfer. The renewed directive was delivered during a strategic mid-term review of the country’s Economic and Commercial Diplomacy (ECD) Strategy held in Mombasa, Kenya. The high-level meeting, hosted at Bamburi Beach Hotel from February 22 to 24, 2026, gathered ambassadors and heads of Uganda’s African missions to assess progress and recalibrate priorities. The ECD Strategy, unveiled in Gulu in August 2025, was jointly crafted by the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development and…
Uganda has signaled a sweeping transformation in the way its foreign missions operate, announcing that embassy funding will now hinge on measurable economic results. Speaking during a high-level retreat in Mombasa, Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury Ramathan Ggoobi made it clear that diplomatic representation must translate into trade, investment, and tangible commercial value. The directive was delivered at a three-day Mid-Term Evaluation of Uganda’s Africa-based missions reviewing progress on the Economic and Commercial Diplomacy strategy. Ggoobi described the gathering not as a routine audit, but as a strategic investment review. Embassies that demonstrate strong performance will be strengthened,…
Kireka High School has officially opened admissions for Senior One (S.1) and Senior Five (S.5). This is a fantastic opportunity for students who want to join a school that emphasizes academic excellence, discipline, and holistic development. Located along Kinawataka–Mbuya Road, opposite Total Petrol Station, Kireka High School offers a peaceful and safe environment where students can focus on their studies. With experienced teachers and dedicated staff, students receive guidance to achieve strong academic results and grow into responsible citizens. The school provides both boarding and day options to accommodate different family needs. For Senior One, boarding fees are UGX 900,000…
A decisive nationwide directive has been issued in Kampala targeting the long-standing practice of open waste burning in urban centers across Uganda. Authorities have warned that individuals, institutions, and local governments that continue the practice will face prosecution, financial penalties, and other tough sanctions under environmental law. The move comes from the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) following extensive inspections and mounting public complaints about smoke pollution in towns and cities. Environmental monitoring teams confirmed that open incineration of garbage remains common despite clear legal prohibitions. Speaking on behalf of the agency, Naomi N. Karekaho, Head of Corporate Communications, stated…
Mike Mukula has unveiled an ambitious proposal aimed at redefining Uganda’s special hire taxi industry, arguing that the sector urgently needs structure, identity, and firm regulation. The former NRM Vice Chairperson for Eastern Uganda says modernising transport is no longer optional but essential for a country experiencing rapid urban growth. Central to his proposal is a dramatic visual transformation. Mukula wants every special hire taxi in the country painted in a single, bold national colour—either royal blue or bright yellow—to clearly separate them from commuter taxis and boda bodas. He believes a uniform appearance would instantly remove confusion and help…
A transformative digital learning initiative has rolled into Buhuka, Kikuube District, as CNOOC Uganda Limited joins forces with Huawei Technologies (Uganda) Co. Limited to deliver a 10-day intensive digital skills training program. The outreach is being conducted through a state-of-the-art mobile training lab known as the “Digital Truck,” bringing computers and hands-on technology lessons directly to learners and community members. This groundbreaking program is centered on primary school pupils, most of whom are encountering computers for the first time in their lives. By targeting children at an early stage, the initiative seeks to cultivate foundational digital literacy and spark curiosity…
Paidha Town Council has ignited a fresh wave of development after committing UGX 113 million from its own locally generated revenue to construct eight modern lock-up shops at Paidha Central Market in Zombo District. The investment reflects a determined push to expand trading space, strengthen infrastructure, and unlock greater economic potential within the municipality. The LCIII Chairperson, Innocent Godfred Onega, presided over the official site handover, signaling the start of construction works awarded to Blue Moon Technical Services Limited on February 17, 2026. The contract, valued at UGX 112.9 million and rounded to UGX 113 million in the approved budget,…
A significant wave of support has reached the maternity department of Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital after it secured medical equipment and supplies valued at UGX50 million. The contribution is set to reinforce maternal healthcare services at the referral facility, which serves as a critical lifeline for thousands of families across the region. The funding emerged from a community-focused campaign initiated last year by Stanbic Bank Uganda in collaboration with Entebbe Golf Club. The initiative was designed to turn everyday activities into meaningful social impact, rallying golfers and the wider community around a shared cause—improving healthcare outcomes for mothers and newborns.…