The Ugandan Parliament has authorized the government to expedite the renovation of the Kampala-Malaba meter gauge railway to enhance trade and connectivity. This decision follows the approval of a loan proposal totaling 147.69 million euros from the African Development Fund and 25.9841 million euros from Spain’s Corporate Internationalization Fund. The railway’s upgrade aims to improve […]
Uganda Airlines has announced plans to increase flight frequencies to Mombasa and other coastal towns, citing the route’s profitability. The airline’s country manager highlighted the surge in trade and business traffic between Uganda and Kenya as a driving factor. With flights currently operating three times a week, the airline aims to capitalize on the thriving […]
Uganda and Kenya have once again come together to announce the eagerly awaited second edition of the Uganda-Kenya coast tourism conference. This event, scheduled for November 13-14 of this year, presents an exceptional opportunity for both countries to further harness their tourism potential and forge stronger ties within the coastal region. The second edition of […]
MedXpo Africa Events is set to host its inaugural medical expo in Kampala this September, from the 7th to the 9th, at UMA Show Grounds Lugogo. This pioneering event aims to bridge the knowledge and healthcare accessibility gap between healthcare institutions, professionals, and the public. MedXpo Africa Events is to launch its first ever medical […]
The Minister for Presidency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda has highlighted that Uganda is facing challenges in reaching the middle-income status, due to a significant portion of its population being stuck in subsistence productionwhile overseeing the conclusion of the 4-day retreat for district leaders of the Central Region at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi. […]
Parliament has approved a loan of $566 million from the World Bank’s International Development Association for the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Program. Additionally, a loan from the Agence Francaise de Development will further support the program. There’s emphasis on efficient use of funds, unity in administration, and experienced project contractors for successful execution. […]
In a decisive move, the government of Uganda has taken a proactive stance against Tuberculosis (TB). With its unwavering commitment to health and well-being, the Ugandan government has undertaken monumental steps to ensure that TB is identified, treated, and eradicated. Through the fusion of advanced medical technology, community outreach, and public awareness campaigns, the country […]
President Museveni praised the thriving industrial sector in the country, attributing its success to well-executed policy decisions by the National Resistance Movement (NRM) government. He emphasized the importance of local and regional markets in attracting investors and expressed gratitude to NRM members and China for their collaboration. President Museveni with the investors President Museveni has […]
The First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports Mrs. Janet Museveni has urged ardent supporters of the environment and wildlife conservation to sensitize and educate the population, especially the young generation, on the importance of people living in peace together with all God’s creation during commemoration of the 25th anniversary of Ngamba Island Chimpanzee […]
President Museveni emphasized the crucial role of the National Backbone Infrastructure and CCTV project in advancing Uganda’s development and security. A delegation including ministers and Huawei representatives updated him on the project’s progress at State House Entebbe. President Museveni with a delegation from Ministry of Internal Affairs and ICT with representative from Huawei Technologies at […]
