The African Union (AU) has selected former Ugandan Prime Minister Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda to join a team of election observers monitoring the upcoming elections in Zimbabwe, scheduled for Wednesday, August 23, 2023.
Uganda Airlines launched a direct route to Mumbai, India, set to begin operations in October 2023. The airline’s CEO, Ms. Jennifer Bamuturaki, highlighted the route’s significance in enhancing trade and cultural connections between India and Uganda.
The Government of Uganda, in a significant move towards amplifying national security and safeguarding its citizens, is gearing up to launch the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS). Jointly led by the Ministry of Works and Transport and the Ministry of Security, this initiative is set to redefine vehicular security and crime management in the East African nation.
The USAID-Advancing Nutrition initiative has praised the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) for its role in promoting food fortification and improving nutrition. UNBS enforces mandatory food fortification regulations in Uganda, and it has received recognition for its efforts.
In a joint operation between the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo, a total of 19 individuals were rescued from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) terrorists. The rescue mission, including women, children, and men, took place in Ituri province.
The track at the 2023 World Championships in Hungary Budapest City was ablaze as Uganda’s long-distance runner, Joshua Kiprui Cheptegei, clinched gold in the 10,000m race. This victory in Budapest cements Cheptegei’s position in the illustrious company of track legends, having now secured his third successive 10,000m gold.
The Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Ltd (UETCL) has achieved ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification. The Minister of Energy, Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, highlighted its strategic importance, emphasizing effective power utilization and plans to expand electricity transmission lines to neighboring countries.
President Museveni addressed a delegation from the Afro-Arab Youth Council, emphasizing the importance of pursuing politics of interest over identity-based politics to ensure peace and stability among member countries. He cited examples of countries like Sudan and Lebanon where identity-focused politics led to destruction and division.
DIGP Tumusiime Katsigazi assures Kassanda miners of robust security during a meeting in Kyekampala. The commitment to combating crime and ensuring regional safety was reiterated.
The competitive award included everyone in the entertainment industry in the area, including musicians, media figures, deejays, and actors and actresses from movies.
