Auto System to Track Traffic Offenders Rolls Out
In a bid to improve traffic offense management and road safety, the Ministry of Works and Transport is introducing an automated traffic violation tracking system. At the core of this…
How Uganda’s Triple Census Could Reshape Classrooms, Fish Farms, and the Job Market
Uganda’s decision to roll out three major national data initiatives in 2025—focusing on education, aquaculture, and the labour market—is more than statistical housekeeping. It’s a bold move to put evidence…
Uganda Airlines Dreaming Bigger Than Ever
Uganda Airlines is preparing to leverage its upcoming Entebbe–London Gatwick route to expand its footprint across Europe. Starting May 18, 2025, the national flag carrier will commence four weekly flights…
Healing the World from Matugga: Uganda’s Bold Bet on a Cancer Cure
When President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni welcomed Ugandan scientist Dr. Mathias Magoola to State House Entebbe, the meeting signaled more than a ceremonial nod to science. It marked a convergence of…
Museveni Declares War on Internal Saboteurs: “Why Has the Political Class Failed to See the Importance of Boona Basome?”
As Uganda celebrates increasing school enrollment and improved healthcare access, President Yoweri Museveni has issued a stark warning against what he termed “internal saboteurs” within the public service and political…
What the Restored Karuma Bridge Brings
The Karuma Bridge, a vital link between northern and southern Uganda, officially reopened to all traffic on Monday after undergoing weeks of rehabilitation. The 62-year-old bridge has been significantly improved…
The Hidden Human Cost the Saaka Bridge Has Ended
For decades, crossing the River Mpologoma was more than just a logistical challenge—it was a life-threatening ordeal. Without a bridge, residents of Kaliro and Pallisa districts risked their lives every…
How Lira University Will Use Shs3 Billion to Tackle Uganda’s Teenage Pregnancy Crisis
In a bold response to Uganda’s persistent teenage pregnancy crisis, Lira University—working with both national and international partners—has secured Shs3 billion (approximately 1.2 million Canadian dollars) to launch a major…
The Feasibility of Electricity Tariff Reduction with UEDCL in Charge
When President Yoweri Museveni launched efforts in 2018 to phase out private operators in Uganda’s electricity sector, his primary concern was the high tariffs burdening citizens. He had realized that…
Will UEDCL Deliver Where Umeme Fell Short?
As the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) takes over operations from Umeme after two decades of private-sector control, a critical question arises: can UEDCL succeed where Umeme struggled—particularly on…