Ugandan Government Partners with Turkish Firm to Build State-of-the-Art Sports Complex in Kampala

The Ugandan government has joined forces with Summa, a Turkish construction company, to construct a modern multipurpose indoor sports complex in Kampala, Uganda. The complex, with a seating capacity of 15,000, will be situated at the National Council of Sports (NCS) premises in Lugogo. President Yoweri Museveni welcomed Summa to Uganda and pledged government support for the project.

Crackdown on Passenger Service Vehicles Without Dustbins: NEMA’s Drive for Cleaner Highways

National Environment Management Authority launched anti-litter and waste management campaign called ‘Yonja Uganda,’ aiming to sensitize the public on proper waste disposal practices. It is also conducting spot checks on highways, imposing fines of up to shs12 million for violators of the littering law and crackdown passenger service vehicles without dustbins.

Amuriat, Nandala suspended from FDC, Lukwago takes over in acting capacity

The forum for democratic change (FDC) party national executive council has suspended Patrick Oboi Amuriat and Secretary General Nandala Mafabi from the party and appointed Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago as the interim party presidentNational Delegates Conference that took place at Katonga offices on Tuesday, 19 September 2023.

India’s High Commissioner to Ugandahas lauded Uganda under the leadership of President Yoweri Museveni for keeping peace and security within the East African Region

India’s High Commissioner praised Uganda’s peaceful environment under President Museveni’s leadership, benefiting Indian businesses in Uganda. This was during the celebration of India’s 77th Independence Day held at Lugogo Cricket Oval in Uganda, emphasizing the strong cultural and economic ties between the two nations.

South Sudan Hands Over 13 Ugandans in Land Conflict Resolution

South Sudanese authorities have handed over 13 Ugandans who were allegedly abducted in retaliation for the arrest of South Sudanese Chief Ernesto Tumia, accused of fueling land conflicts. Tumia, along with South Sudanese soldiers, had been involved in land allocation in Uganda. After his arrest by the Ugandan military, South Sudanese authorities detained the 13 Ugandans, releasing them on September 14, 2023, as part of a resolution effort.