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President Museveni Welcomes French Investors, Promotes Economic Collaboration with Uganda

President Museveni recently met with a delegation of 17 French investors, led by Celine Gouveia of MEDEF International, to discuss expanding Uganda-France economic relations. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni met with a delegation of 17 French investors at State House Entebbe on Tuesday 29th October 2024 President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni met with a delegation of 17 […]

Joseph Kony’s Confirmation of Charges Hearing to Be Scheduled Despite His Absence

The International Criminal Court’s Pre-Trial Chamber III has announced that the conditions are met to proceed with a confirmation of charges hearing against Joseph Kony in his absence. A new hearing date will be set soon. The Pre-Trial Chamber III of the International Criminal Court (ICC or “Court”) has announced that the conditions to proceed […]

President Museveni Authorizes Kiteezi Landfill Handover to Ghana’s Jospong Group

President Museveni has directed the handover of the Kiteezi Landfill to Ghana’s Jospong Group for decommissioning, acknowledging the company’s expertise in waste management and recycling. During a State House meeting, Museveni emphasized the importance of African self-reliance and praised Jospong’s capacity to modernize waste management infrastructure. President Museveni orders handover of Kiteezi Landfill to Ghana’s […]

President Museveni Critiques UNRA: Calls for Streamlining State Agencies

President Museveni criticized the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA), calling it “parasitic” and claiming it adds no real value to the country’s progress. He suggested reintegrating UNRA into the Ministry of Works and Transport as part of a broader government effort to streamline state agencies and reduce public spending. President Museveni has targeted the Uganda […]

EAC Leaders Call for Removal of Barriers to Boost Cross-Border Trade and Integration

At the 19th EAC Sectoral Council on Transport, Communications, and Meteorology in Mombasa, Kenya, EAC partner states were urged to eliminate barriers that hinder transportation and cross-border trade. Kenya’s CS for Roads and Transport, Davis Chirchir, emphasized the importance of efficient transport and digital connectivity for regional economic growth. East African Community (EAC) Partner States […]

Deputy Prime Minister Calls for Urgent Action Against Cervical and Breast Cancer Misconceptions

Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Isanga Rukia Nakadama called on Ugandans to reject the myth that cervical and breast cancers primarily affect low-income individuals, highlighting the need for HPV vaccinations, screenings, and timely treatment. Speaking at the 6th Fight Women’s Cancer Run, she stressed that cervical and breast cancers are leading causes of women’s deaths in […]

Uganda’s Strategic Entry into BRICS: Trade, Security, and Economic Opportunities

Uganda became the first East African nation to join BRICS as a partner, positioning itself within a growing alliance that seeks to reshape global economic policies. BRICS comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and now new partners like Uganda has emphasized reducing reliance on the US dollar through de-dollarisation, aiming to foster stronger, currency-neutral […]

Uganda Signs Deal with RCC to Revitalize Telecommunications Sector

On October 25, 2024, Uganda’s government signed an agreement with Dubai-based Rowad Capital Commercial (RCC) to revitalize Uganda Telecommunications Corporation Limited (UTCL). The signing ceremony, attended by President Yoweri Museveni, aimed to position UTCL as a key player in regional telecommunications and drive job creation through foreign investment. President Yoweri Museveni, Minister of ICT and […]

Speaker Anita Among Elected Vice-Chairperson of African Parliamentary Forum

Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, has been elected Vice-Chairperson of the Forum of African Speakers and Presidents of Legislatures. The election, held in Accra, Ghana, highlighted the importance of regional unity and cooperation in addressing Africa’s development challenges The Speaker of Parliament, Honorable Anita Among, has been elected Vice-Chairperson of the Forum of African Speakers […]

President Museveni Provides Support to Families of Fuel Truck Fire Victims

A fuel truck fire in Kigoogwa town, Wakiso district, on October 22, 2024, has resulted in 15 fatalities and 24 critical injuries. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has provided five million shillings to each victim’s family and one million shillings to those injured for medical expenses. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni The families of the victims of […]