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Empowering Uganda from Abroad: Minister Alice Kaboyo’s Call for Diaspora Investment

Minister Alice Kaboyo urged Ugandans abroad to invest in self-help projects back home, emphasizing their crucial role in advancing socio-economic development. She commended initiatives like the Agroforestry Recreational Center Uganda, empowering women in Kiboga, Jinja, and Masaka through various income-generating activities. The Minister for Luwero-Rwenzori triangle, Hon. Alice Kaboyo and the founder of Kibisi Women’s […]

Medical Professionals Push for AI Integration in Healthcare

Medical professionals at Mbarara University of Science and Technology advocate for government leadership in integrating Artificial Intelligence into healthcare, citing its potential to expedite diagnoses and improve patient care. Medical professionals and researchers affiliated with Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) respectfully urge governmental intervention to spearhead the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within […]

Parliament Urges Increased Funding for Blood Donation Initiatives Amidst Shortages

Members of Parliament (MPs) in Uganda have directed the Ministry of Finance to allocate an additional Shs10 billion to the National Drug Authority (NDA) for blood donation initiatives. The call comes amidst shortages of blood supply across the country. Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa emphasized the urgency of blood donations and proposed a blood donation week […]

Cuba Honors Museveni With Special Recognition for Unconditional Friendship

The Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) has bestowed upon President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda a special certificate of distinction. This prestigious accolade acknowledges President Museveni’s longstanding bond with Cuba and his significant efforts in strengthening the bilateral relationship between Uganda and Cuba. Cuba’s Ambassador to Uganda H.E Tania Perez Xiques (L) presents […]

Empowering Uganda: Minister Nankabirwa’s Vision for A Brighter Tomorrow

The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, delivered a passionate speech reaffirming the government’s commitment to providing electricity to every corner of Uganda by 2030. The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Dr Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, passionately reiterated the government’s pledge to ensure that every corner of the nation is powered […]

ICC to Issue Compensatory Orders to Victims of LRA Commander Ongwen

The International Criminal Court will announce compensatory orders for victims of Dominic Ongwen, the Lord’s Resistance Army commander, on February 28, 2024. Ongwen was found guilty of crimes against humanity and war crimes in Northern Uganda and sentenced to 25 years in prison. The International Criminal Court (ICC) will issue compensatory orders to the victims […]

Uganda Parliament Commends Outgoing Japan Ambassador for Development Contributions

Members of Parliament in Uganda have praised the outgoing Japan Ambassador, H.E. Fukuzawa Hidemoto, for his significant contributions to the country’s socio-economic growth. Amb. Hidemoto’s efforts were acknowledged in various sectors including education, infrastructure, health, and sports. Members of Parliament have lauded the out-going Japan Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Fukuzawa Hidemoto, for contributing towards the […]

The Evolution of E-Payments in Africa

The transition from cash-based economies to cashless transactions is rapidly unfolding across Africa, spurred by favorable regulatory environments, technological advancements, and shifting consumer behaviors.

EAC Experts Collaborate to Boost Agricultural, Pharmaceutical, and Leather Trade

Regional experts from the East African Community (EAC) gathered in Nairobi to assess progress and formulate recommendations for enhancing trade in the agricultural, pharmaceutical, and leather sectors. The East African Community (EAC) regional experts in the agricultural, pharmaceutical, and leather sectors convened in Nairobi, Kenya, to review the progress achieved within their respective industries and […]