Ugandan Students Among the 35 East Africans Awarded Scholarships by Kyungdong University South Korea and the Inter-University Council for East Africa

Five Ugandan students are among 35 beneficiaries from six East African Community (EAC) member states who won scholarships to pursue undergraduate degrees sponsored by Kyungdong University in South Korea, and the Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA). After the initial two years, the university will assist students in finding jobs to support themselves during their […]

Kiryandongo District Local Government Commissions Capital Projects worth Shs6.43 Billion for Fiscal Year 2022/2023

The Kiryandongo District local government recently completed capital projects worth shs6.43 billion during the Fiscal year 2022/2023. These projects encompassed classroom blocks, general and maternity wards, doctor’s houses, boreholes, small-scale irrigation schemes, and first-class marram roads across the district. Figure One of the newly commissioned projects in kiryandongo district Kiryandongo District local government on 1st […]

Japan and Uganda Strengthen Bilateral Relations for Economic Growth and Investment

During a meeting between the Japanese Foreign Affairs Minister and President Museveni, the main topic of discussion was how Japan could help Uganda with value addition and economic growth by encouraging Japanese investors to establish themselves in the country. President Museveni highlighted the challenges faced by Africa’s economy and called for Japanese companies to invest […]

Emyooga, A Game Changer for Women Entrepreneurs

Emyooga, an initiative launched by the Ugandan Government under the Presidential Initiative on Wealth and Job Creation, is revolutionizing the landscape of women entrepreneurship in Uganda. As a groundbreaking effort aimed at uplifting the financial and social status of individuals at the grassroots level, Emyooga is proving to be a genuine game-changer, especially for women […]

Bolstering Digital Inclusivity: NITA-U Cuts Internet Bandwidth Cost by Half

In a significant move set to revolutionize the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) landscape in Uganda, the National Information Technology Authority Uganda (NITA-U) has announced a 50% reduction in the cost of Internet bandwidth. The cost has been slashed from $70 (about Shs254,000) to $35 (about Shs127,000) per megabyte per second per month. Photo Dr […]

She Cranes Set to Bounce Back in Group G’s Preliminary Stage Two

The She Cranes are set to face Wales in Group G’s preliminary stage two. To contend for the fifth or seventh spot, they need to win both remaining games after losing their opening matches. Despite the loss to Jamaica, the team remains in good spirits and well-prepared according to coach Fred Mugerwa. Figure She Cranes’ […]

UPDF Safely Clears Unexploded Ordnance in Eastern DRC, Restoring Peace and Livelihoods for North Kivu Farmers

The Ugandan army’s unit, part of the East African Regional Force (EACRF), on 31st July 2023 initiated unexploded ordnance clearance and disposal operations in Eastern DRC. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team under the UPDF Field Engineering Unit has successfully disposed of 18 pieces of hazardous ordnance, including various bombs and live ammunition. Figure Unexploded […]

Uganda Judiciary Saves Billions as New Court Buildings Near Completion

Judiciary is making significant progress in completing court buildings across the country, which will save approximately 9.973 billion shillings in rent. The Judiciary has also introduced video conferencing systems and provided vehicles to enhance security and efficiency for judicial officers. These efforts aim to improve infrastructure, technology, and resources to enhance the delivery of justice […]

Makerere University Commended for taking University Education closer to communities

The Uganda Local Governments Association (ULGA) has commended and thanked Makerere University Council for opening and gazetting regional branches and centres across the country as a one-stop centre where all University academic courses can be conducted at the graduation ceremony. The Makerere University Council was applauded and thanked by the Uganda Local Governments Association (ULGA) for opening and gazetting regional branches and centers throughout the nation as one stop center where all University academic courses can be conducted at the graduation ceremony held on July 31st,2023. The ULGA Vice Chairperson in the eastern region, who is also the Kapchorwa District […]

President Museveni returns to Uganda after successful Working Visit to Russia and Serbia: Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation and Diplomatic Efforts

President Museveni returned to Uganda after visiting Russia and Serbia. In Russia, he attended the Second Russia-Africa Summit and held talks with President Putin on cooperation in various areas, including oil exploration, nuclear power energy, and space science. In Serbia, he had discussions with President Vucic and signed two Memoranda of Understanding to deepen trade […]