Speaker Among urges EAC states to implement protocols
The East African Community (EAC) partner states have been urged to consolidate the gains of unity and cohesion in a bid to ensure a united community which will unlock the…
URC STARTS RAILWAY UPGRADE AND EXTENSION
After the completion of the Kampala-Namanve-Mukono stretch, Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) now eyes the Kampala-Port Bell line rehabilitation. This will be followed by Kampala-Kyengera, whose feasibility study has been completed,…
MALABA-KAMPALA STANDARD GAUGE RAILWAY (SGR) TO COST SHS10.8 TRILLION
THE Government of Uganda has signed a contract with a Turkish construction firm, Yapi Merkezi to build a 273 kilometer Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) between Malaba and Kampala, at a…
44th World Food Day Celebrations, NaSSARI
Vice President Jessica Epel Alupo issued a powerful call to action for sustainable agriculture in Uganda, emphasizing its crucial role in achieving food security amidst the growing challenges of climate…
President Museveni Reopens Makerere’s Main Building, Installs Dr. Kiyonga as Chancellor
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni officially opened the re-constructed Makerere University’s iconic Main Building, and installed Dr. Crispus Kiyonga as the new Chancellor. The event held at Makerere University’s Freedom Square,…
Tayebwa pledges support to manufacturing sector
Government is committed to supporting the manufacturing sector especially through legislation and policies that will provide a more conducive investment environment. According to the Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, government will…
Digital Payments Transforming Local Revenue Collection
Local governments across Uganda are witnessing a remarkable transformation in their revenue collection processes, thanks to the widespread adoption of digital payment and management systems. This digital revolution is not…
UGANDA’S EFFORT TO MEET VISION 2040 POWER TARGET
The commissioning of the Karuma Hydropower Station brought to completion a long-promised government delivery of a mega power plant that would come with benefits like increased access, stability and affordability.…
New Marriage Bill provides for Property Rights, Child Protection
A bill that will brings series of landmark reforms aimed at updating Uganda’s marriage laws has been presented before Parliament. The bill proposed by Tororo District Woman Representative, Hon. Sarah…
NIGERIA TO IMPORT UGANDA’S MILK AND COFFEE
Nigeria has committed itself to importing Uganda’s processed milk and coffee, following discussions between President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and former Nigerian President, H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo. The announcement came during Obasanjo’s…