The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is making significant strides in preparing for the groundbreaking digital Population Census scheduled for May 10, 2024, where 86 percent completion rate in preparatory tasks, UBOS is focusing on mapping cities and finalizing the procurement of over 120,000 tablets for the census during a media training session and launch of African Statistics Week.
President Museveni of Uganda met a UAE investor delegation in Abu Dhabi, urging them to explore Uganda’s untapped potential in pharmaceuticals, leveraging abundant resources like sugar and starch.
Uganda and Kenya government leaders have instructed customs, police, and other authorities to ensure that trucks aren’t unnecessarily delayed at their bordersDuring the meeting, attended by Rebecca Kadaga, Uganda’s First Deputy Prime Minister, and Peninah Malonza, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for East African community.
Uganda, through the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA), has earned the prestigious ‘Investment Catalyst’ award at the Go Global Awards. Acknowledged for its favorable business environment and government policies, Uganda also secured top rankings from the University of Oxford and the African Development Bank.
A $500 million market opportunity in Algeria has been identified, and partnerships with Algerian experts are underway. Algeria is keen on importing milk from Uganda, with officials approving the venture. Uganda, producing 3.85 million litres of milk while consuming 800 million litres, is exploring avenues like exports and processing surplus milk.
Dr. Diana Atwine, the permanent secretary at the health ministry, has expressed optimism that Uganda can achieve its goal of ending HIV/AIDS by 2030 through prevention efforts and improved treatment adherence.
Kampala, Uganda, was one of the winning cities for its sustainable development plans, an award jointly by UN-Habitat and the Shanghai Municipality government to recognize cities and municipalities worldwide for their progress in implementing the 2030 Agenda.
