Uganda has launched a nationwide uranium exploration program in Buhweju District to secure its energy future. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development is actively promoting this initiative, emphasizing the importance of nuclear energy in achieving national energy goals.
President Yoweri Museveni is today officially commissioning a groundbreaking diagnostic test kits manufacturing plant in Ntinda, Uganda. Owned by Microhaem Scientifics (MHS), the state-of-the-art facility is the first of its kind in the Great Lakes region. The plant, constructed in collaboration with technology transfer partners from China and the US, is expected to save Uganda over USD 100 million annually spent on importing test kits.
The Minister for ICT and National Guidance Hon. Dr. Chris Baryomunsi said that the government program to start the skilling program is deliberate to ensure that the youth get employment opportunities which they can create themselves.
The article emphasizes the critical role of cybersecurity management in Uganda’s growing startup ecosystem. During the Uganda Innovation Week, experts highlighted the importance of protecting businesses from evolving cyber threats. Cybersecurity management has become essential to the expanding start-up ecosystem in Uganda and is the key to long-term growth and resilience. When specialists convened on […]
The Uganda Innovation Week 2023 focuses on the critical role of startups in adapting to digital innovations for success in the modern business landscape. Experts provide strategies emphasizing flexibility, agility, and the necessity to view digital adoption as integral to long-term success.
The Uganda Innovation Week 2023 focuses on the critical role of startups in adapting to digital innovations for success in the modern business landscape. Experts provide strategies emphasizing flexibility, agility, and the necessity to view digital adoption as integral to long-term success. As the business world moves toward digitalization, startups are leading the way in […]
The latest report indicates a doubling of type 2 diabetes cases in Uganda over eight years, with a prevalence of 2.6%. Factors include a rise in overweight individuals, high alcohol consumption and unhealthy eating habits. Dr. Bahendeka emphasizes the deterioration in food quality, urging regular blood sugar checks, especially for those with a family history of diabetes.
The Ministry of Kampala Capital City issues a strict call for compliance with city regulations as preparations intensify for the 19th NAM and G77 + China Summits in January 2024. Led by Hon. Hajjat Minsa Kabanda, the ministry is actively involved in infrastructure and beautification projects across the city, focusing on road rehabilitation, drainage, streetlights, and landscaping.
Uganda is gearing up to host the 19th Summit of Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and the Third South Summit under the Group of 77 and China framework in January 2024. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, John Mulimba, highlighted that these international events, during Uganda’s chairmanship, will serve as a strategic platform to showcase the country’s tourism and investment opportunities on a global scale.
The Special Forces Command (SFC) construction regiment has said it they will deliver quality work and in record time as they carry out maintenance works on Kampala roads said by the assistant project manager Lt Eng. Kikomeko Kigongo during press interview on Saturday 25th November 2023.
