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Uganda Airlines Makes Historic Journey of Flying Muslim Pilgrims to Mecca

Uganda Airlines is set to operate its first trip to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for the annual Muslim pilgrimage known as Hajj. This marks a significant milestone for the country’s flag carrier after a 40-year hiatus. The inaugural flight will transport 500 Muslim pilgrims from various regions of Uganda on an Airbus A330, departing from Entebbe […]

Ugandan Team Sets Off for Special Olympics World Games in Berlin

30 athletes from Uganda will compete at the Special Olympics World Games. These are the largest inclusive sporting event in the world, the Special Olympics World Games, will take place in Berlin, Germany, from 17th to 25th June 2023 A group of 45 people left for Berlin on Monday 12th June 2023, the group was […]

The Internet of Things (IoT) Revolutionizing the Gambling Industry: Enhancing Experiences and Simplifying Operations

The Internet of Things enables the gathering and handling of large volumes of data, leading to benefits such as improved production procedures, enhanced device performance, and an improved quality of life. While the IoT offers advantages, security concerns, including the potential for hacking attacks, exist. Experts predict that by 2025, 22 billion devices will be […]

Minister of Finance Presented Budget Focused on Economic Transformation and Job Creation

Uganda’s Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Hon. Matia Kasaija, presented the country’s budget for the 2023/2024 fiscal year to Parliament yesterday 15th June 2023. The budget, amounting to Shs52.7 trillion, aims to support Uganda’s transition from a raw materials-based economy to a manufacturing and knowledge-based economy. The Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic […]

NRM to focus on routine grassroot consultations as the new mobilization approach

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Deputy Secretary General, Rt. Hon. Namayanja Rose Nsereko, revealed that the party secretariat made reforms in its mobilization approach, saying that the party’s presence at the grassroots level will extend beyond the election periods. Reflecting on the 32 constituencies lost in the Buganda region, Deputy secretary General of National Resistance […]

President Museveni Calls for Value Addition to Uganda’s Products in Budget Speech

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni delivered his virtual 2023/2024 Budget Speech, emphasizing the need to add value to Uganda’s raw materials and promote economic growth. He highlighted the significant growth of Uganda’s economy since 1986 and attributed it to the minimum economic recovery, sector expansion, diversification, and the knowledge economy. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has said […]

Prime Minister Nabbanja attributes health workers’ strikes to Opposition Leaders who incite indiscipline among the workers.

Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja led a high-level inter-ministerial mission to Kawolo hospital in Buikwe in response to service delivery issues. The visit followed a strike by healthcare professionals who were protesting irregular and delayed salary payments. During a meeting with health professionals, Nabbanja attributed the strike to opposition leaders who incited indiscipline among the workers. […]

European Union commends Uganda’s efforts in bringing peace in Africa

The European Union Ambassador to Uganda, His Excellency Jan Sadek has lauded Uganda’s commitment towards peace, security and stability in Africa during a meeting with the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja at the ministry of defense, in Mbuya on Tuesday 13th June 2022. The European Union delegation in Uganda led […]

Government of Uganda Allocates Ugx 5 billion Grant to Benefit 5,400 Older Persons

To further improve the protection and welfare of older persons, government of Uganda has put a substantial grant of SH5 billion dedicated to supporting older persons. This grant is specifically designed for individuals aged 60 to 79 years, and it aims to improve their quality of life and provide much-needed assistance. Government of Uganda has […]