The US Mission in Uganda has launched the third season of N*Gen, a STEM-based TV series for children, in partnership with Peripheral Vision International (PVI). N*Gen is a science and technology-focused show for African youth developed by PVI, showcasing US government-supported projects in Uganda and other African countries.
Members of the Kween Bee Honey Farmers Association, a prominent beekeeping group in the Sebei region, emphasize the importance of providing training to local farmers to enhance the quality and marketing of honey products. They express gratitude to Action Aid International Uganda for equipping them with essential beekeeping skills and aim to empower more community members, particularly youth and women, in beekeeping, honey harvesting, and processing.
Hon Thomas Tayebwa stresses the need for government support to uplift the music industry, citing its potential for socioeconomic growth. He proposes a music competition between major artists, supported by legal reforms and economic initiatives. Singer Bebe Cool supports the idea, highlighting the positive impact on both the industry and young talents.
Serbia has been awarded the privilege of hosting the 2024 World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Belgrade. The event is scheduled for March 30, 2024, and will take place at the Park of Friendship, a picturesque location near the Danube River. Initially, the hosting rights were granted to Croatian cities, but they were deemed unprepared to organize the competition.
A call to promote patriotism in schools for young people to understand their civic responsibilities highlighting the positive impact of such training on students’ attitudes and emphasizes the importance of security measures within educational institutions.
Charity Komujjurizi from the Africa Freedom of Information Centre discussed the challenge of expensive Internet in Uganda hindering information access. The government promised to halve Internet costs by August 2023, aiming to reduce prices from $70 to $35 per MBPS. The call was made to abolish restrictions on social media and enhance transparency in government procurement.
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, presided over a graduation ceremony at the Uganda Air Force College in Nakasongola District. The ceremony marked the completion of training for 52 MI24 attack helicopter engineers and 28 officers. Gen. Mbadi highlighted the importance of professional training to address training backlog and emphasized the significance of maintaining technical skills for aircraft maintenance.
Uganda’s Cabinet has issued a directive requiring all government officials to use the national carrier, Uganda Airlines, for official international travel, provided the airline serves the destination.
According to X CEO Linda Yaccarino, the company formerly known as Twitter will be profitable by early 2024.
Uganda, as part of the East Africa Pamoja Bid, has secured the privilege to host the prestigious 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON).
