May 2025 – Page 3 – 256trends.com

16
May

Agriculture

From Chalkboard to Coffee: Retired Inspector Reaps Rich Harvest in Kamwenge

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
5 min read

Guided by President Museveni’s long-standing advice to shift from low-yield maize to high-value crops, Akorinako transformed two acres of clonal coffee into a thriving enterprise, now earning him over Shs 40 million annually. His inspiring journey, celebrated during the President’s visit to his farm, showcases the power of mindset change, enterprise selection, and grassroots transformation under Uganda’s development agenda.

15
May

infrastructure

President Museveni Launches Rwenzori Zonal Skilling Hub to Empower Youth

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
4 min read

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today officially launched the Rwenzori Zonal Presidential Skilling Hub located in Mubuku Town Council, Kasese District. This initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to equip Ugandan youth with practical, job-creating skills.

14
May

infrastructure

President Museveni Launches Ntoroko Industrial Hub to Empower Youth Through Skills Training

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
4 min read

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has launched the Presidential Zonal Industrial Hub in Ntoroko District, a major step in Uganda’s strategy to fight poverty and youth unemployment through free vocational training. The hub targets marginalized youth and offers practical skills in trades such as tailoring, construction, and electrical installation. Speaking at the event, President Museveni emphasized that true liberation lies in skilling citizens to create wealth. The initiative, praised by Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa as a “game-changer,” has already enrolled nearly 900 learners and is expanding to meet growing demand.

14
May

Technology

Uganda to Showcase Homegrown Innovations at National Science Week 2025

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
2 min read

The Office of the President, through the Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat, will host the National Science Week from June 15–20 at Kololo Independence Grounds. The event, themed “Made in Uganda: From Innovation to Market,” aims to promote locally developed technologies and provide innovators a platform to commercialize their products. Minister Dr. Monica Musenero highlighted milestones including electric mobility growth, vaccine manufacturing, and the revitalization of key industries.

13
May

National

President Museveni Reiterates Warning to Police Over PDM Fund Theft

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
3 min read

President Yoweri Museveni has issued a stern warning to police officers against granting bail to individuals accused of stealing livestock or misusing funds under the Parish Development Model (PDM). He stated that any officer found doing so risks dismissal from the force.

09
May

Agriculture

President Museveni Commends Youth Platform Africa for Driving Transformation and Advancing Agribusiness Development

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
6 min read

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has commended the YouthPlatform Africa (YPA) for their remarkable journey of transformation and expansion in agribusiness.

09
May

Development

President Museveni Meets UAE Foreign Minister, Strengthens Bilateral Cooperation

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
2 min read

During the meeting at State House Entebbe, President Museveni praised the longstanding ties between Uganda and Arab nations and called for increased investment by UAE companies in sectors such as manufacturing, agro-processing, infrastructure, and tourism.

07
May

Politics

President Museveni Commends Rwakitura for Active Participation in NRM Village Elections

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
3 min read

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today praised the people of
Rwakitura for their active participation in the National Resistance
Movement (NRM) village-level elections. The process involves
verification of the party members’ register, electing village structures
and LCI flag bearers.

07
May

Security

Uganda and DR Congo Strengthen Cross-Border Ties with Joint Communiqué for Peace and Cooperation

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
3 min read

The agreement, signed on May 5, 2025, builds on an earlier meeting in Nebbi District and underscores the shared commitment of both nations to regional stability, unity, and socio-economic development.

02
May

Labour day

President Museveni Pledges Labour Reforms to Boost Job Creation and Worker Protection

David Sekkle / 7 months
0
6 min read

During the International Labour Day celebrations in Nakapiripirit District, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni outlined significant reforms aimed at improving Uganda’s labour sector. The proposed changes include the introduction of a national minimum wage, the reduction of casual labour, and stricter regulations for employment agencies.

President Museveni Pledges Action...

National Security Mobilisation Task...

President Museveni Presides Over...

Uganda Fast-Tracks Nuclear Energy...

IGP Byakagaba Assures Ugandans...

UPDF Chief of Defence...

From Chalkboard to Coffee: Retired Inspector Reaps Rich Harvest in Kamwenge

President Museveni Launches Rwenzori Zonal Skilling Hub to Empower Youth

President Museveni Launches Ntoroko Industrial Hub to Empower Youth Through Skills Training

Uganda to Showcase Homegrown Innovations at National Science Week 2025

President Museveni Reiterates Warning to Police Over PDM Fund Theft

President Museveni Commends Youth Platform Africa for Driving Transformation and Advancing Agribusiness Development

President Museveni Meets UAE Foreign Minister, Strengthens Bilateral Cooperation

President Museveni Commends Rwakitura for Active Participation in NRM Village Elections

Uganda and DR Congo Strengthen Cross-Border Ties with Joint Communiqué for Peace and Cooperation

President Museveni Pledges Labour Reforms to Boost Job Creation and Worker Protection

Uganda Flags Off First Milk Powder.

POATE 2025: Uganda Shines as a.

Government Launches Low-Interest ‘Katale Loan’ to.

MTN Unveils Sh1b Push for Cashless.

President Museveni Pledges Action.

National Security Mobilisation Task.

President Museveni Presides Over.