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Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba to Attend President Paul Kagame’s Fourth Term Inauguration in Rwanda

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, will attend President Paul Kagame’s fourth-term inauguration in Rwanda. Kagame won the July election with 99.15% of the vote. Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, will attend the inauguration ceremony of Paul Kagame, who will be sworn in […]

Chemutai Advances Qualifier in Women’s 3000m Steeplechase

Ugandan Peruth Chemutai got the defence of her Olympic 3,000 metres steeplechase title off on the right track in Paris by cruising through the opening heat on Sunday 4th August 2024. On Sunday, August 4, 2024, Ugandan Peruth Chemutai breezed through the opening heat, setting the stage for a successful defence of her Olympic 3,000-meter […]

Uganda and China Discuss Enhancing Investment Opportunities

The Uganda Revenue Authority recently met with the Weifang Bureau of Investment Cooperation and Promotion to discuss increasing Chinese investments in Uganda. Guo Xingping, Chairman of the Bureau, highlighted China’s significant foreign investments and noted Uganda’s potential in agriculture and industry. The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) recently engaged with members of the Weifang Bureau of […]

Minister Babalanda Urges Clergy to Support Anti-Poverty Programs

Minister for Presidency Milly Babalanda has called on religious leaders to mobilize their congregations to participate in government programs like Emyooga and The Parish Development Model, aimed at alleviating poverty. Speaking at Rev. Father Joseph Kizito Tabakula’s silver jubilee celebration, Babalanda emphasized the need for increased sensitization efforts by religious leaders Minister for Presidency Milly […]

African Finance Ministers Conference Highlights Urgent Need for Private Sector Climate Financing in Kampala

At a meeting of African finance ministers in Kampala, the African Development Bank stressed the urgent need for increased private sector participation in climate finance. At a crucial meeting of African finance ministers held in Kampala on 3rd August 2024, the African Development Bank emphasized the urgent necessity for increased private sector participation in climate […]

Total Energies Acquires Stake in Uganda’s Bujagali Hydropower Project to Boost Renewable Energy Presence in Africa

TotalEnergies has acquired a 28.3% stake in Uganda’s 250MW Bujagali hydropower plant, the country’s largest power plant, marking a significant expansion in Africa’s renewable energy sector. The acquisition, made through an agreement with Norwegian company Scatec, includes interests in renewable projects in Rwanda and Malawi. The Bujagali plant, located on the Victoria Nile, meets over […]

Parliament Calls for Urgent Action on Medical Interns’ Training and Deployment

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has directed the Ministry of Health to address the deployment issues faced by intern doctors and present a statement to Parliament on the actions taken. Interns cannot be deployed until they complete their training, but current delays are causing significant concerns. The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, has directed the Ministry of […]

Kiira Motors Hosts Uganda’s First E-Mobility Expo to Tackle Air Pollution

Kiira Motors Corporation is hosting Uganda’s first e-mobility expo at the Kiira Vehicle Plant in Jinja on August 16, 2024. This event aims to promote electric mobility solutions as Kampala struggles with severe air pollution levels, exceeding safe limits by eight times. With over 200 participants expected, the expo will feature discussions on electric vehicles, […]

KCCA Praises New Revenue System for Boosting Collections and Advancing Smart City Goals

Dorothy Kisaka, Executive Director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), has praised the government’s new revenue collection system, which has increased revenue by Shs 33.9 billion over three years. The system’s technological advancements have led to a 29.7% increase in revenue, from Shs 80.4 billion to Shs 114 billion. Kisaka highlighted that the fully automated […]

Uganda Announces Substantial Rewards for Olympic Medalists: A Golden Era for Athletes

The Ugandan government has announced substantial rewards for Olympic medalists: UGX 100 million for gold, UGX 50 million for silver, and UGX 30 million for bronze. Additionally, athletes will receive a $30 training allowance, and outstanding stipends will be cleared Minister Ogwang (middle) with the Uganda Olympics team at the Games Village in Paris. In […]