Category: Opinion

Today in Uganda, most farmers have adopted maize farming in that they need maximum profits from production, but to attain this a farmer should have maximum output possible of high quality from harvest. Due to climatic changes and farmer negligence most, farmers have failed to maximise maize output of better grades from production. There are… Continue reading How best farmers can reduce on Maize post-harvest losses

At 99, the memory of Patrice Lumumba only grows stronger, as a new book uncovers fresh details about his gruesome assassination 64 years ago.

For a couple of days Members of Parliament (MPs) have been signing a motion to censure the four backbench Parliamentary Commissioners over the sh1.7b they received as a service award.  The MPs claim they want to fight corruption and this time they are starting from their own house. Parliament leadership say this money was passed… Continue reading MPs are not fighting corruption but playing politics

The rift between government and traders over taxes will not end unless the fundamental issues are dealt with. One of the core fundamental issues is expanding the tax base through empowerment of the population. Currently Uganda’s Tax to Growth Development Product (GDP) ratio stands at 14 percent as compared to the recommended 18 percent. The… Continue reading Invest in agriculture and expand our revenue base

Although EFRIS is not a tax, some traders have described it as double taxation, hence calling on government to suspend it.

The “birds and the bees”. The “facts of life”. Whatever you call it, many parents dread discussing sex and sexuality with their teenagers. They may be embarrassed, or worried that they don’t understand some concepts. In some countries, cultural norms may mean it’s considered inappropriate for adults and adolescents to talk about sex. However, these are conversations… Continue reading Expert tips on talking to teens about sex

The appointment of Balaam comes at a time when he portrayed the uttermost fidelity with the first family. He is a disciple of partisan politics ever since he came out openly supporting the ruling party National Resistance Movement through offering of his public address system. I don’t know what is at his heart but at… Continue reading Will Balaam curse his people?

As inhabitants of this global village, we tend to view the whole world in a particular perspective. The notorious infection that has eaten our African countries is corruption. Most leaders are greedy to acquire money and be above, on top, superior to other colleagues. The only way they envision to achieve their personal selfish objectives… Continue reading Corruption: a devastating ailment plaguing Kikuube

Uganda’s political landscape is dominated by one towering figure: President Yoweri Museveni. For over three decades, he has held power, prompting questions about his longevity and the country’s future. As a political scientist, I want to untangle this complex situation and explore what lies ahead for Uganda. To understand Museveni’s grip and get a clearer… Continue reading Uganda’s political landscape: navigating Museveni’s longevity, transition, and opposition challenges

Uganda faces a complex web of challenges, from political uncertainty and economic stagnation to rising conflict risks at the local level. President Yoweri Museveni’s growing authoritarianism and weak institutions exacerbate these issues, posing a threat to good governance and the rule of law. An inexistant political succession plan, an inflated youth bulge, and an influx… Continue reading Nurturing Democracy: CSOs’ role in Uganda’s governance transformation