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The Women Deliver Summit: Empowering Gender Equality and Leadership

The Women Deliver Summit, scheduled to begin on July 17th, 2023, kicked off with the arrival of the Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Nabbanja Robinah, in Kigali on July 16. The conference is recognized as one of the largest and most diverse gatherings aimed at promoting gender equality across various sectors. This year, the […]

National Water and Sewerage Corporation Receives Prestigious ESQR International Diamond Prize for Excellence in Quality Award

The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) received the prestigious European Society for Quality Research (ESQR) International Diamond Prize for Excellence in Quality Award on July 9, 2023. The award was presented at the ESQR Convention and Awards Ceremony in Brussels, Belgium. ESQR recognizes and celebrates exceptional business performance, best practices, quality awareness, and achievements […]

Patricia Ojangole of Uganda Development Bank Wins Global Leadership Award for Sustainable Finance

Patricia Ojangole, the Managing Director of Uganda Development Bank (UDB), has been honoured with the prestigious sustainability leader of the year award for the third consecutive year at the Annual Karlsruhe Sustainable Finance Awards. The award recognizes her commitment to creating value for stakeholders and protecting the environment.The recognition reflects UDB’s dedication to prioritizing holistic […]

Empowering Communities through Livelihood Enhancement Schemes in Uganda’s Oil and Gas Sector

Significant economic and social transformation experienced by residents in the Hoima, Kikuube, Buliisa, and Nwoya districts of Uganda, as well as the surrounding areas, through their participation in various livelihood enhancement schemes facilitated by the oil and gas sector operators. The projects have brought about infrastructure development, improved agriculture practices, housing, skill development, and employment […]

Kampala Business Investment Summit 2023 to Unlock New Opportunities

The eagerly anticipated Kampala Business and Investment Summit and Exhibition is set to take place from 20th to 21st July 2023 at Mestil Hotel Grounds. The event is expected to attract professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders from various sectors. With the aim to foster economic growth, promote investment opportunities, and encourage networking, the summit […]

Invest In youths to tap into population dividend- Hon Tayebwa tells world leaders In Brussels

The Deputy Speaker of Parliament of Uganda, Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, delivered an inspiring challenge to global leaders, policymakers, and development partners at the ongoing Organization of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS)-European Union Parliamentary sessions in Brussels, Belgium on Saturday 24th June 2023. The Deputy Speaker of Uganda Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has challenged world leaders, […]

Government’s GROW Project Empowering Women Through Micro Business Funding

Government of Uganda recently launched an ambitious initiative aimed at empowering women and driving economic growth in the country. The project, known as Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women (GROW), will provide funding and support to 35,000 micro businesses owned by women across 46 districts in Uganda. It is estimated that approximately 1.6 million […]

70 Percent of potholes on Kampala Roads have been worked on

During a conversation with the members of the Parliamentary Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities, and State Enterprises, the Executive Director of Kampala Capital City (KCCA) Dorothy Kisaka revealed that 70 percent of the city’s potholes have been effectively repaired. She promised that all Kampala roads would be free of potholes by the end of this […]

Uganda To Construct More Expressways to Revolutionize Public Transport and Logistics Infrastructure

Ugandan government has embarked on an ambitious project to construct expressways across the country. This is a significant stride taken towards enhancing the country’s transportation infrastructure which will help to decongest Kampala city and the metropolitan area to ease traffic flow, while establishing a reliable network for public transport and facilitating smoother logistics movement. The […]

SafeBoda Launches Plus Boda Boda Ride Option to Provide Enhanced Transportation Experience in Uganda

SafeBoda, a ride-hailing platform in Uganda, has introduced a new ride option called Plus Boda Boda on its app. The service aims to offer customers a wider range of affordable and high-quality transportation choices while providing drivers with better earning opportunities. With the Plus ride option, customers can expect added benefits such as insurance coverage […]