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President Museveni Urges Tororo Residents to Embrace Government Programs for Socio-Economic Transformation

At the burial of Jovan Amalai Nyapidi, President Museveni’s message, delivered by MP Fredrick Angura, emphasized the need for Ugandans to embrace government programs for economic growth. He also called for unity in Tororo County amidst ongoing boundary disputes. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni urged Ugandans to actively participate in all government programs to achieve socio-economic […]

NEMA and Kampala Leaders Agree on Lubigi Wetland Restoration Efforts

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) held a meeting with Kampala’s political leaders, led by Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago, to discuss the ongoing restoration of the Lubigi Wetland System. The discussion resulted in several resolutions: local leaders will mobilize communities to vacate the wetlands peacefully, NEMA will verify compensation claims related to the Jinja Expressway […]

NAADS Puts Efforts In Enhancing Fish Farming and Export Potential

The Government of Uganda, through NAADS, distributed over 2.2 million fish fingerlings and 58,706 kilograms of start-up feeds to farmers across 22 districts. This initiative, focusing on tilapia and catfish, aims to boost household incomes, increase fish production, and enhance export earnings by supporting farmers with established fish ponds. Selected based on readiness, these farmers […]

URA Launches Tax Service Center in Kikuubo to Enhance Accessibility

URA has launched a tax service center in Kikuubo, downtown Kampala, to make tax services more accessible to the local business community. The initiative, directed by President Museveni, aims to support taxpayers and bridge the gap between them and tax collectors. John Musinguzi, URA Commissioner General cutting the ribbon as he launches the New URA […]

Nabakooba Launches GROW Programme to Empower Women Entrepreneurs in Greater Mubende

Lands Minister Judith Nabakooba launched the Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) programme in Greater Mubende to boost household incomes. The event, held on June 20, 2024, at Enro Hotel in Mityana, was attended by over 400 women from Kassanda and Mityana districts. Lands minister Judith Nabakooba has launched the Government initiative dubbed […]

Minister Babalanda Commends Maganjo Grain Millers for Boosting Employment and Revitalizing Jinja City

Minister for Presidency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, praised Maganjo Grain Millers for creating jobs and revitalizing Jinja City during the inauguration of their new flour production unit. She conveyed President Museveni’s congratulations to the company for its 45 years of contributions to food processing, employment, and commercial agriculture. Hon Babilanda during the inauguration of the […]

Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) Begins Ssezibwa Bridge Construction

Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has finally kicked off the Construction of the new Ssezibwa Bridge along the Mukono-Kayunga highway by handing over the construction site to the contractor of DYNACO LTD on 20th June 2024. After giving the construction site to the contractor from DYNACO LTD yesterday, June 20, 2024, the Uganda National Roads […]

Uganda Airlines to Launch Direct Flights to London

Uganda Airlines will soon start direct flights between Entebbe and London, following recent meetings between the airline’s CEO and UK aviation authorities. The airline secured slots at London Heathrow Airport after acquiring two Airbus A330-800 Neo aircraft. The Uganda High Commission in London has announced that Uganda Airlines will soon commence direct flights to London. […]

MOU Signed for Construction of Kidepo International Airport

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni presided over the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Government of Uganda and the United Arab Emirates’ Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry at Speke Resort Munyonyo. The agreement involves the construction of Kidepo International Airport and tourist hotels near Kidepo National Park to boost Uganda’s tourism sector […]

Busoga Commends Heart Specialists for Successful Pediatric Cardiac Surgeries

The people of Busoga have praised heart specialists for successfully performing cardiac surgeries on 11 children during a five-day event at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital (JRRH), in collaboration with the Uganda Heart Institute (UHI). Dr. Charles David Mukisa commended the professionals for their dedication and excellence. LIKE an unknown author has written that “…save one, […]