Mbarara District

Mbarara University of Science and Technology says it has begun recruiting staff for its Pharmacy Department after securing wage clearance, following the departure of its former head in May.

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BY PAUL TENTENA AND ZABALI KURUTHUM For Shena Twebaze, a cake baker in Kakoba, Mbarara City, an unexpected power outage can turn hours of work into financial loss. Her business depends on electricity to bake cakes for birthdays, weddings, children’s parties and other celebrations. When power goes off while cakes are in the oven, the […] The post Power Outages Fuel Calls for Umeme’s Return as Businesses Count Losses a

BY PAUL TENTENA AND SHABELLA KOSHABA For Melon Amumpaire, an expectant mother from Kakoba in Mbarara City, attending routine antenatal appointments at Mbarara City Health Centre IV often means enduring long queues before receiving medical attention. Amumpaire says the experience leaves her frustrated and worried about whether she will receive timely care when she goes […] The post Uganda’s Health Worker Crisis: Expec

NCHE: Mbarara University Pharmacy Degree Classes Should Continue ChimpReports

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Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has assured students at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) that its Bachelor of Pharmacy programme remains accredited by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), amid a dispute over its professional recognition by the Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda (PSU). Tayebwa made the clarification during Tuesday’s plenary sitting […] The post Deputy Speaker

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Mbarara University appoints Pharmacist to Head Department amid PSU recognition row PML Daily

Vendors, low-income households and city leaders warn that banning charcoal before making gas and electricity affordable could threaten livelihoods, disrupt small businesses and leave vulnerable families struggling to cook.

The Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda says Mbarara University of Science and Technology failed to address concerns over staffing and departmental leadership, a decision that could affect students’ qualifications, internships and professional examinations.

[Nile Post] A spate of violent crime in Kazo, Ibanda and Mbarara districts has heightened security concerns across the Rwizi region, with police records indicating that 15 murder cases were reported between September and October, resulting in more than 25 deaths.

The Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda (PSU) has withdrawn recognition of the Bachelor of Pharmacy programme at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), citing concerns over the department’s leadership, staffing and failure to respond to regulatory queries. In a public notice dated October 19, 2026, PSU said the withdrawal took immediate effect, warning that qualifications […] The post Mbarara University ph

Land prices along Mbarara City’s Northern Bypass have climbed as urban planning and improved road access attract investors seeking sites for hotels, commercial developments and industrial facilities.

Mbarara Archdiocese turns to sugarcane to raise development funds Daily Monitor

The Local Government minister has directed Mbarara City Council to verify market occupants and ensure stalls intended for low-income traders are operated by their rightful beneficiaries.

The minister of State for Primary Health Care, Charles Ayume, has defended the government’s proposal to borrow Shs 139 billion from the French government to construct and equip the Uganda Cancer Institute Mbarara Regional Oncology Centre. Ayume, who was appearing before parliament’s committee on health, said the proposed loan is for one of the four […] The post Minister Ayume defends Shs 139bn French loan for Mbarara

The Minister of State for Primary Health Care, Hon. Charles Ayume has defended government’s proposal to borrow Shs139 billion from the French Government to construct and equip the Uganda Cancer Institute Mbarara Regional Oncology Centre. Appearing before the Committee on Health on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, Ayume said the proposed facility is one of the […] The post Mbarara Cancer Centre to reduce congestion at Mulago

Mbarara City North MP Christopher Bakashaba has urged city leaders to expand electricity access and improve basic services before introducing additional taxes, as the city targets Shs12 billion in local revenue.

CHIMP SPORTS: Vipers Held, Mbarara off the mark ChimpReports

Rapid urbanisation and rising demand for property are attracting investors to Mbarara City, but officials warn that unapproved subdivisions and illegal developers could expose buyers to land disputes and costly building complications.