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World Bank Boosts Resilient Urban Development in Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area

The World Bank is enhancing sustainable urban development in Uganda through the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Program (GKMA UDP). With a $566 million investment, the program aims to address critical infrastructure and service delivery gaps by strengthening local governance, improving infrastructure, and fostering economic growth. The World Bank is committed to supporting the […]

Uganda Cranes Set to Face Bafana Bafana in Crucial AFCON 2025 Qualifier

The Uganda Cranes are set to open their Total Energies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifying campaign against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana on September 6 at Orlando Stadium. With previous attempts at qualification falling short, the Cranes aim for a strong start to secure a spot in the final tournament in Morocco. Uganda Cranes […]

Minister Oryem Advocates for Sustainable Development and Collaboration at Bali Forum

State Minister for International Cooperation, Henry Okello Oryem, has called for enhanced economic cooperation between Africa and Indonesia at the Second Indonesia-Africa Forum in Bali. He emphasized the need for sustainable growth, youth empowerment through digitalization, and expanding agricultural production. The State Minister for International Cooperation, Hon. Henry Okello Oryem, has emphasized the need for […]

Government Boosts Hospitality Training at Jinja Tourism Institute with New Vehicles

The Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) in Jinja has received two new vehicles—a driver training vehicle and a customized mobile catering truck—from the Government, through the Ministry of Tourism. The vehicles, donated under the World Bank-funded Competitive Enterprise Development of Uganda project, will enhance hospitality training by providing students with practical skills in […]

President Museveni Calls for Rationalization in Public Service to Boost Efficiency

President Yoweri Museveni has called for the strengthening of Public Service Standing Orders to improve efficiency and effectiveness in government operations. During a meeting at State House Entebbe, he advocated for rationalization as a strategy to optimize resource allocation and reduce redundancy within government structures. President Yoweri Museveni with members of the parliamentary sectoral committees […]

Police Urge Calm Amid Investigation into Bobi Wine’s Wakiso District Injuries

Police are conducting a detailed investigation to determine how Robert Kyagulanyi, aka Bobi Wine, was injured during a September 3 incident in Wakiso District. The Police stress that final conclusions will rely on medical and professional reports. Despite public criticism, the Police urge patience, as the investigation progresses. The Police have announced their commitment to […]

Government to Commission MV BKK Ferries, Revolutionizing Transport and Boosting Economy Around Lake Kyoga

The government is set to commission the MV BKK ferries to improve transportation on Lake Kyoga. Managed by the Uganda National Road Authority (UNRA), these ferries will significantly reduce travel time between key destinations, cutting the journey from Buyende to Kaberamaido from eight hours to 1.5 hours Government is set to commission MV BKK ferries […]

CID and ODPP Pledge Commitment to Uganda’s Socio-Economic Transformation

Top officials from Uganda’s Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) have pledged to drive socio-economic transformation through effective investigations and prosecutions. The director of the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), AIGP Major Tom Magambo addressing the media at CID headquarters Kibuli on Tuesday September 3, 2024. (Photo credit […]

Vice-President Alupo Secures Continued Support for Uganda’s Development in China

Vice-President Jessica Alupo has emphasized the importance of balanced financing terms in a meeting on September 3, 2024, with the president of the Exim Bank of China at the bank’s headquarters in Beijing, China. V.P Alupo witnessed the signing of performance agreements between China Construction and Communications Company (CCCC) and three Ugandan coffee companies — […]