NOTU DEMANDS LABOUR RIGHTS AND DECENT WORK IN TOURISM SECTOR
BY ALVIN OUMA AND TONNY BAKWERANE The National Organization of Trade Unions (NOTU) has demanded for workers representation on the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) .The federation has also demanded for two slots reserved for workers so that they are involved in decision – making processes as they defend and promote labour rights. NOTU Chairman General…
KENYA PBO BACKS COUNTY WARD CO-OPS
BY JAMES WAFULLA IN NAIROBI The World Bank has declared Kiambu county food secure ahead of Elnino heavy rains expected this month and awarded top best performing prize to county Agriculture, Livestock and Co-operative Development CEC Mr. Wifred Mwenda Kiara. The event is third time Kiambu county has scooped the top award thanks to clinical…
Independence in the Eyes of a Worker
BY ANDREW MUHANDIKI As Uganda celebrates 64 years of Independence on October 9, the nation will once againpause to honor the men and women who fought for our right to self-determination. Yet, formillions of ordinary workers, the day may represent something far simpler: a welcome publicholiday, a break from routine, a family gathering, or a…
WE WILL END STIGMA OF VIOLENCE, SAYS LOBBY
BY JAMES WAFULA IN NAIROBI A group of 300 matatu SACCO members have thrown their weight behind the Kenya Public Benefits Organisation (PBO) National Federation strategic election peace plan under the National Election Support Initiative (NAESI). NAESI is on the ground working through its countrywide branches for peace building initiatives that address any stress triggers…
UGANDA AND RUSSIA STRENGTHEN TIES IN TRADE, ENERGY AND NUCLEAR
BY BAKWERANE TONNY AND ALVIN OUMA Uganda and Russia are seeking to strengthen longstanding partnership through enhanced cooperation in the field of energy, technology, trade, and human capital development. This follows a high – level roundtable discussions by officials from the two countries in Kampala. The dialogue, hosted by New Vision on October 7, brought…
KENYA PBO FEDERATION BACKS PRESIDENT RUTO PLAN TO PROMOTE 50,000 TEACHERS
BY JAMES WAFULA IN NAIROBI The Kenya Public Benefits Organization (PBO) National Federation has supported a plan by the government to initiate salary increment and subsequent promotion of up to 50,000 teachers as announced by President William Ruto. Speaking during a multi-sectoral conference that paid tribute to the noble work performed by teachers on occasion…
NOTU CASTIGATE GENDER AND LABOUR MINISTRY ON FAILURE TO ENFORCE LAWS
BY OUR REPORTER The National Organisation of Trade Unions (NOTU) has castigated the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (GLSD) for failure to enforce labour laws in the country. Workers’ federation also accuses the ministry for poor management of the Industrial Court, lack of respect for social partners and delayed ratification of key International…
Mover of contentious Opposition Leader Bill , MP Namara denies withdrawing it
By Sarah Achen Kibisi Buyaga West County MP, Hon. Denis Namara has rejected reports making rounds on social media that he had decided to withdraw the contentious Opposition Leader Bill. “The Bill is on course, why would I withdraw it yet its drafting is complete and lawmakers are waiting for a certificate of financial implication…
MP Mpaka hands over two OPM officials
By Sarah Achen Kibisi The Parliamentary Committee on Physical Infrastructure has directed the Parliamentary Police CID to arrest two officials from Office of the President for giving false information on the use of funds and financial statements in regard to the acquisition of the Digital Number Plates project. The committee members discovered that the officials…
UNATU CELEBRATES TEACHERS DAY WITH PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
BY OUR REPORTER The Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) actively commemorated World Teachers’ Day October 5, 2026, with a strong focus on professional growth, advocacy, and a shift away from traditional performance-based celebrations. This year, the activities in Uganda centered around the national theme, “Celebrating Teachers – Creating Lasting Value,” emphasizing the lifelong impact teachers…
