# Tags

Presidents of Uganda and Senegal Discuss Bilateral Cooperation and Regional Peace

During a two-day official visit to Uganda, President Macky Sall of Senegal met with President Yoweri Museveni to discuss matters of bilateral interest, regional peace, and international cooperation. President Sall praised President Museveni as a freedom fighter who has contributed significantly to peace and security in Africa. The President of the Republic of Senegal, H.E […]

Nabbanja Proposes Mandatory Agricultural and Science Education in Secondary Schools

The Prime Minister, Robbinah Nabbanja, is advocating for mandatory agricultural and science education at the Ordinary Secondary School level in an effort to change the mindsets of young people. She believes that showcasing agri-technologies developed by students during the national education show will generate interest in the industry, which offers numerous employment opportunities. In an […]

Twitter loses nearly half advertising revenue since Elon Musk takeover

Twitter has lost almost half of its advertising revenue since it was bought by Elon Musk for $44 billion (£33.6bn) last October, its owner has revealed. He said the company had not seen the increase in receipts that had been expected in June, but added that July was a “bit more promising.” Mr Musk sacked […]

President Museveni receives brief on Russia-Ukraine Peace Talk mission

President Yoweri Museveni has received a brief on the Russia-Ukraine peace talk mission that was held last month in two warring countries. He received the brief on Monday 17th July 2023 at State House-Entebbe. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni was given an update on the peace mission discussions between Russia and Ukraine that took place last month in the two-warring nation at State House-Entebbe yesterday Monday 17th July 2023 The peace talk mission was aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict that has […]

Government Reintroduces Mandatory Motor Vehicle Inspection to Control Road Carnage

The government has decided to reintroduce periodic mandatory motor vehicle inspection as a measure to address the issue of road carnage in the country. In a strategic meeting attended by stakeholders, it was noted that many road accidents were caused by stationary vehicles on the roads. Government has resolved to reintroduce periodic mandatory motor vehicle […]

Victory for Uganda Women’s National Team as They Progress in Olympic Qualifiers

Fulltime: Rwanda 0 – 1 Uganda. Uganda Women’s National Team, commonly known as the Crested Cranes, achieved a thrilling victory over Rwanda in the 2024 Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Qualifiers. With a hard-fought 1-0 win, the Crested Cranes have now advanced to the second round, where they will face Cameroon in October. The match against […]

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba the senior presidential advisor on special operations and the Kyabazinga His Highness William Gabula Nadiope IV

On Monday 17th July 2023, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the senior presidential advisor on special operations, visited Kyabazinga His Highness William Gabula Nadiope IV at the Kyabazinga family home in Buziga, near Kampala, to discuss socioeconomic measures for the young people in Busoga. The meeting aimed to explore various socio-economic programs that could benefit the youth […]

Maj. Gen. George Igumba Urges African Military Instructors to Enhance Professional Standards

Maj. Gen. George Igumba, the commandant of Senior Command and Staff College Kimaka, urged African military chief instructors to develop proposals on promoting compliance and enhancing professional military standards for middle-level officers. The comments were made at the 16th Chief Instructors’ workshop for the African Conference of Commandants in Kampala. In order to support the […]

Uganda Airlines Expands Horizons with Direct Flights to India

Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, has announced its plans to launch direct flights to India, a move which will ease connectivity and strengthen trade relations between the two countries. This development comes as no surprise, considering the robust trade partnership that exists between India and Uganda. The launch of direct flights between Uganda […]

Government Announces Free Electricity Connections to Promote Cottage Industries in Kigezi Sub-Region

The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ms Ruth Nankabirwa, has announced that 33,457 free electricity connections will be provided in the Kigezi sub-region during the current financial year. The initiative aims to promote the growth of cottage industries and improve socio-economic development. The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development Ms Ruth Nankabirwa has announced […]