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Entebbe Airport Records Growth in Passenger Traffic and Cargo Movement for October 2024

Entebbe International Airport recorded significant growth in passenger traffic and cargo movement in October 2024, handling 183,728 international passengers, an increase from October 2023’s daily average. Entebbe International Airport registered a notable increase in passenger traffic and cargo movement in October 2024, according to the latest statistics released by the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA). […]

Uganda and Egypt Strengthen Strategic Partnership Through Defense and Health Collaboration

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces, hosted Gen. Mohamed Ashraf of Egypt’s General Intelligence Service at the Special Forces Command Headquarters in Entebbe. The leaders emphasized the importance of Uganda-Egypt ties, regional peace, and tackling shared challenges. The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, hosted a meeting on Tuesday 10th December, 2024 with […]

Uganda And Dubai Chambers of Commerce Build Stronger Economic Ties

The “Doing Business with Uganda” forum, held as part of a Uganda-Tanzania Roadshow at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala, showcased significant opportunities for enhancing trade, investment, and economic cooperation between Uganda and Dubai Chambers of Commerce. Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja (right) after holding talks with UAE officials. The “Doing Business with Uganda” forum, […]

Deputy Speaker Tayebwa Highlights Role of Sports in Strengthening EAC Integration

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa emphasized the role of sports in promoting unity and integration within the East African Community. He highlighted that sports activities help connect Members of Parliament from the EAC’s eight partner states, fostering closer collaboration in the integration process. The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, highlighted the role of sports as a significant […]

President Museveni and First Lady Janet Museveni to Commission National High Altitude Training Centre in Kapchorwa

President Museveni will commission the National High Altitude Training Centre in Teryet, Kapchorwa, today. The state-of-the-art facility, designed for high-altitude athletic training, includes features like an athletic track, artificial turf, jogging track, hostels, a dining hall, and modern equipment. The National High Altitude Training Centre in Teryet, Kapchorwa, will officially be commissioned by President Museveni […]

Uganda Signs $129 Million Deal for Akii Bua Olympic Stadium Construction in Lira

Government has signed a $129 million contract with Egypt’s SAMCO National Construction Company to build the Akii Bua Olympic Stadium in Lira City, named after Uganda’s first Olympic gold medalist. The 20,000-seat stadium will include an athletic track, indoor sports hall, swimming pool, training facilities, hostels, and parking, with completion set for 20 months. The […]

Kyabazinga Named UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador to Fight Teenage Pregnancy

The Isebantu Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope IV, has been appointed as a UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador to lead the fight against teenage pregnancy in Busoga and Uganda. The Isebantu Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope IV, has been named a UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador to spearhead efforts in combating teenage pregnancy in Busoga and throughout […]

Egypt Delivers Hepatitis C Drugs to Uganda Following High-Level Talks

Uganda has received a consignment of Hepatitis C drugs from Egypt, enough to treat 500 patients. The delivery, made on Monday morning, was facilitated by General Mohamed Ashraf of Egypt’s General Intelligence Service (GIS) and received by Maj Gen BD Mugisha on behalf of Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba. SFC Commander Maj […]

EU Reaffirms Commitment to Human Rights Dialogue with Uganda

The European Union pledged continued dialogue with Uganda’s government to uphold human rights during the International Human Rights Defenders Day 2024 celebration on December 9 at Speke Resort Munyonyo. The European Union (EU) has pledged to continue dialoguing with the Government to keep its commitment towards the respect, protection and defence of human rights. The […]

Uganda Hosts First National STEM and Robotics Championship

First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Hon. Janet Museveni, commended Young Engineers Uganda for organizing Uganda’s inaugural National STEM and Vex Robotics Championship. Arinaitwe Rugyendo and the Commissioner for Secondary Schools Mrs Juliet Atuhaire Muzoora First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports Hon Janet Kataaha Museveni has commended Young Engineers Uganda for […]