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Government Outlines Funding Strategy For 2024/2025 Budget Through Domestic Revenue and Other Sources

The government of Uganda aims to fund the Shs52.7 trillion budget for the 2024/2025 financial year mainly through domestic revenue, totaling Shs28.9 trillion. The proposal was part of the motion for the adoption of the National Budget Framework Paper (NBFP) for the fiscal years 2024/2025 to 2028/2029. Government projects to fund the Shs52.7 trillion budget […]

Honoring Uganda’s Military Veterans: A Tribute to Sacrifice

The Minister of State for Defence – Veteran Affairs, Hon. Huda Abason Oleru, acknowledged the sacrifices of military veterans at a press briefing at Uganda Media Centre. She thanked President Museveni for designating January 26th as a day to celebrate Uganda’s achievements. The Minister of State for Defence -Veteran Affairs, Hon. Huda Abason Oleru has […]

Summa Construction Inspects Hoima Stadium Site for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Hosting

Turkish company Summa Construction, contracted for Hoima stadium, inspected the 20-acre site in Kyarwiru, Hoima city, for the 20,000-seater facility set for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. State sports minister Peter Ogwang leads a team to facilitate the contractor’s site understanding for the stadium design. FUFA president Moses Magogo notes completion of land title […]

Denmark PledgesSh362b to Aid Uganda’s Climate Change Mitigation and Refugee Assistance

President Museveni sought Danish support for Uganda’s wetland reclamation program, aiming to relocate illegal rice growers. During a meeting with the Danish envoy, Denmark expressed willingness to contribute $95 million to address climate change effects and assist refugees. President Museveni in a group photo with the Danish delegation. President Yoweri Museveni requested the Danish government’s […]

Uganda Takes Steps to Address World Bank Concerns Over Anti-Homosexuality Act

The Ugandan government is addressing concerns raised by the World Bank over the Anti-Homosexuality Act, aiming to ensure inclusive implementation of funded projects. In August 2023, the World Bank halted new loans due to the law, citing a contradiction with their values. The government is optimistic about finalizing measures to address these concerns and hopes […]

UPDF Launches National Defence Forces Week For 43rd Tarehe Sita Celebrations

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has initiated the National Defence Forces Week in preparation for the 43rd Tarehe Sita Celebrations on February 6, 2024. General Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, UPDF Chief of Defence Forces, highlighted the significance of Tarehe Sita, an annual event commemorating the founding of Uganda. The celebrations, set to take place in […]

Government grants CNOOC Uganda Ltd a five-year license to construct the Kingfisher Natural Gas Conversion Facility.

The government has granted CNOOC Uganda Ltd a five-year license to construct the Kingfisher Natural Gas Conversion Facility. The project aims to produce over 20,000 tons of cooking gas annually, supporting a transition from charcoal to cooking gas. The Government has handed over a licence to CNOOC Uganda Ltd to construct the Kingfisher Natural Gas […]

Uganda in Talks with UAE Firm for Oil Refinery Investment

Uganda is in the final stages of negotiations with Alpha MBM Investments LLC, a UAE-based company linked to Sheikh Mohammed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, a member of the UAE Royal family, to invest in the country’s oil refinery project. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in December 2023, outlining cooperation and negotiation […]

UN General Assembly President Visits Makerere University Innovation Hub

Makerere University recently hosted the 78th UN General Assembly President, Dennis Francis, at its newly-equipped Innovation Hub. The Hub, established with funding from the UNDP, aims to drive the commercialization of innovations and enterprises emerging from the university’s research. During the visit, President Francis encouraged innovators to transform brilliant ideas into valuable assets, emphasizing the […]

Cecilia Ogwal’s Tribute. President Museveni Remembers Cecilia Ogwal’s Ethical Leadership and Patriotism

President Museveni paid tribute to the late Dokolo Woman MP, Cecilia Ogwal, praising her for rejecting collaboration with the LRA and commending her as a leader of development. Despite political differences, Museveni acknowledged her patriotism and stressed the importance of collaboration. President Museveni paying tribute to the Cecilia Ogwal at parliament on Monday 22nd Jan […]