The Ugandan government has announced plans to construct a perimeter wall around the Kiteezi landfill in Kampala, following a catastrophic collapse that resulted in multiple fatalities and property damage. State Minister for Kampala, Kabuye Kyofatogabye, stated that the Special Forces Command will spearhead the urgent construction project. “This perimeter wall …

Jumia Technologies, Africa’s leading e-commerce company, is set to shut down its South African fashion retailer Zando and wind down operations in Tunisia by the end of the year, The Telegraph has learned. CEO Francis Dufay announced the move as part of Jumia’s broader effort to streamline operations and focus …

The Public Accounts Committee (Central Government) has expressed concerns over Uganda’s financial management, highlighting a Shs4.4 trillion gap between the government’s expenditure and revenue. In a report presented to Parliament on Wednesday, 16 October 2024, the Committee Chairperson, Hon. Muwanga Kivumbi, pointed out that this significant deficit, coupled with growing …

Hundreds of Rwenzururu Kingdom subjects lined the streets of Kasese on Friday to warmly welcome their King, Omusinga Charles Wesley Mumbere, ahead of his 58th coronation anniversary next week. Mumbere’s return was met with enthusiastic crowds in Kikingo-Rugendabara, Hima Town Council, Mubuku Town Council, and Kasese Municipality. Juliet Best Bakoko, …

Equity Bank Uganda has embarked on a mission to provide specialized financial services to Ugandans living and working in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This strategic move responds to growing demand from the Ugandan diaspora for tailored banking solutions. The bank’s representatives are visiting key cities in the UAE, including …

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, has called for increased investment in Uganda’s agricultural sector emphasising that it holds the key to the country’s economic transformation.  Speaking at the flagging off of Uganda’s 13 best farmers of 2023 at the DFCU headquarters, Tayebwa highlighted the need to shift from traditional, rain-dependent farming …

Uganda is set to collaborate with the Central African Republic (CAR) to develop a road network linking northern Uganda to a town in southeastern CAR, with the aim of strengthening trade relations between the two landlocked nations, President Museveni announced on Wednesday. “We, alongside CAR, intend to convince the governments …

A single case of mpox has been confirmed in Nakasongola prison in central Uganda, according to a prison spokesperson. The inmate is currently isolated and receiving treatment. The outbreak, initially identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo earlier this year, was declared a public health emergency by the World Health …

In a bold move to address critical challenges in healthcare, agriculture, and energy, Uganda is embracing deep technology as a catalyst for economic growth. This initiative was highlighted at the recently concluded Uganda Deep Technology Summit, which showcased the country’s commitment to innovation and collaboration among stakeholders. Speaking at the …

Nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Kibale National Park and the rolling Tooro tea plantations near Fort Portal, the 110-year-old Tooro Golf Club (TGC) stands as a testament to Uganda’s rich golfing heritage. As you approach the Central Business District, the club’s nine-hole par 70 course greets you, harmoniously blending …