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21
Dec

World Bank-Funded Project to Offer Free Electricity Connections to One Million Poor Households in Uganda

Nkunda Ricky / 2 years
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2 min read

The Ugandan government plans to provide free electricity connections to one million impoverished households as part of the Energy Access Scale-up Project (EASP). This was announced by Minearal and Energy Minister Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa during the Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL) annual general meeting, the initiative is set to begin early next year with $638 million in funding from the World Bank.

20
Dec

Empowering Coffee Farmers: Minister Tumwebaze Advocates Strategic Organization

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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2 min read

Minister Tumwebaze urges Ugandan coffee farmers to organize through associations for better engagement with the government. He recently oversaw the allocation of coffee processing equipment worth two billion shillings to empower 75 farmers. This initiative aims to enhance on-farm processing, leading to improved farm gate prices.

15
Dec

Kampala Celebrates International Award for Urban Innovation

Nkunda Ricky / 2 years
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4 min read

Kampala City Capital Authority marked its remarkable success in securing the Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation with a joyous ceremony at the Serena Hotel. This prestigious award acknowledges cities that have shown remarkable dedication and ingenuity in tackling urban challenges.

13
Dec

Prospects Rise for Karamoja with $300 Million Cement Factory Construction: Job Opportunities and Economic Growth on the Horizon

Cherop Amarie / 2 years
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3 min read

The construction of a Shs 1.1 trillion cement and clinker factory in Moroto, led by West International Holding Limited, offers hope to the Karamoja region. Set to employ over 2,000 people, with a focus on local employment, the factory aims to produce 6,000 to 7,000 tonnes per day, reducing the need for imported raw materials.

12
Dec

Uganda and South Africa Collaborate to boost Tourism

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 years
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4 min read

The High Commission of Uganda, Uganda Airlines, and South African entities collaborate to boost tourism. The joint event fosters partnerships, with a focus on promoting Uganda’s tourism potential. The High Commission pledges support, including visa waiver efforts.

09
Dec

Urgent Call at COP28: Establishing a Fund for Smallholder Farmers’ Climate Adaptation

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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2 min read

COP28 leaders are urged to create a fund for smallholder farmers to adapt to climate change, emphasized by the International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD). Donal Brown, IFAD’s Associate Vice-President, stresses the importance of financing for small-scale farmers and calls for streamlined access to funds.

08
Dec

President Museveni Supports Local Lithium Battery Production in Uganda

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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2 min read

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has met with investors from London-based company Strand Hanson Limited, expressing support for their proposal to mine lithium in Ntungamo district for local manufacturing of electric car batteries.

08
Dec

From Strife to Growth: GROW Project’s Emphasis on Post-Conflict Zones

Asekeny Joan / 2 years
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3 min read

Vice-President Alupo directs the Gender Ministry to prioritize women entrepreneurs in GROW project implementation. The five-year project aims to support 60,000 female-led enterprises in Uganda.

06
Dec

Sh1.4 trillion injected in UDB by Government.

Nkwanzi Sheena / 2 years
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3 min read

The government, through the Uganda Development Bank Ltd (UDB), has invested sh1.4 trillion in initiatives like the Parish Development Model and Emyooga to accelerate socio-economic development. The Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) aims to support the private sector, especially in industries like cotton, fruit processing, tea, sugar, and coffee.

05
Dec

Resumption of Second Phase- ATMIS Troop Drawdown in Somalia

Amanda Bae / 2 years
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3 min read

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has announced the recommencement of the second phase of troop withdrawal from Somalia in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2710 (2023). Initially paused upon the Federal Government of Somalia’s request, the withdrawal involves 3,000 troops and the transfer of control for eight Forward Operating Bases by December 2023.

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...

World Bank-Funded Project to Offer Free Electricity Connections to One Million Poor Households in Uganda

Empowering Coffee Farmers: Minister Tumwebaze Advocates Strategic Organization

Kampala Celebrates International Award for Urban Innovation

Prospects Rise for Karamoja with $300 Million Cement Factory Construction: Job Opportunities and Economic Growth on the Horizon

Uganda and South Africa Collaborate to boost Tourism

Urgent Call at COP28: Establishing a Fund for Smallholder Farmers’ Climate Adaptation

President Museveni Supports Local Lithium Battery Production in Uganda

From Strife to Growth: GROW Project’s Emphasis on Post-Conflict Zones

Sh1.4 trillion injected in UDB by Government.

Resumption of Second Phase- ATMIS Troop Drawdown in Somalia

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.