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The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has commenced the construction of 19.85 kilometers of roads across all five city divisions under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Urban Development Project. The project includes key roads such as Ben Kiwanuka Road (1.4 km), Matia Mulumba Road (0.3 km), Rashid Khamis Road (0.8 km), and Ginnery Road (0.2 km). Other roads set for construction are Kira Road, Ntake Road, Kigobe Road, Mukalazi Road, Muganzirwazza Road, Katalemwa Road, Kyebando 34x Road, Nsambya Estate Road, Bemba Road, and Cape Villa Wavamuno Road. KCCA Executive Director Hajat Sharifa Buzeki announced that the project, funded by a 149 billion…
President Yoweri Museveni has hailed Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, the Prime of Uganda as a good leader of Officiating at Thanks giving ceremony for Robinah Nabanja in Kakumiro District officially launched Kakumiro Model Training and Skilling Agricultural Innovations Farm, a facility spearheaded by the Prime Minister to promote commercial agriculture and commissioned Hotel Classic Kakumiro, a new hospitality facility poised to boost tourism and local economic development. In his address, President Museveni reiterated his deep-rooted message on the importance of adopting commercial agriculture through the Four Acre Model, a strategy he continues to champion for households with access to small…
President Yoweri Museveni has called upon the local communities and the police to preserve Uganda’s peace which has been in existence for decades. Speaking at a public rally at St. Cornelius Playground in Kalagala Village, Buikwe District, the President mentioned that the country has been transformed, with peace standing as the foundation. He reminded the attendees that Uganda’s current stability is not by chance, but a result of deliberate efforts. “We built for you a strong army in the 1980s that has protected this country,” he said. The President emphasized the use of trained police dogs, CCTV cameras, and digital number…
The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) National Central Bureau (NCB) Kenya has formally issued summons for Jolly Shubaiha Irankunda, the estranged wife of Prof. Badru Kateregga, to appear before INTERPOL NCB Kampala over a matter concerning the disappearance of the Land tittle of The East African University a Sister University to Kampala University and a member University of the Badru Dungu Kateregga (BDK) Universities’ Network International chaired by Owek.Amb.Al-haj Prof.Badru D.Kateregga. According to sources the land title covers over 100 acres and belongs to The East African University (TEAU), located in Kajiado, Kitengela Kenya owned by Owek.Amb.Al-haj Prof.Badru D.Kateregga. During…
Dr. Edward Kazaire the founder of Kazire Health Products Limited, an indigenous Ugandan pharmaceutical company that produces natural therapeutics has scooped Uganda Face of Science Award. Dr. Musenero noted that the award not only celebrates individual excellence but also reflects Uganda’s ambition to become a knowledge-based, innovation-led economy. “Through the awards, we aim to elevate the stories of Ugandan scientists and illuminate the pathways for younger generations to pursue scientific careers,” she said. “This strengthens our national identity and lays the foundation for a science-led socioeconomic transformation.”she added. Other awardees included Dr. Matias Magool of Dei Group, Dr. Godfrey Asea,…
Small Scale Entrepreneurs under their umbrella body Small Scale Entrepreneurs Association of Uganda have decried delayed payment by supermarkets in Kampala. In a special meeting with their Chairman in Kampala suppliers called for quick intervention to enable supermarkets pay them in time to sustain their businesses and pay Taxes to Uganda Revenue Authority. Robert Kabakyenga Small-scale Entrepreneurs and supplier Association of Uganda Chairman who doubles as Managing Director of Kyenga Investment limited assured members to follow up with all supermarkets to ease business operations. Kabakyenga assured suppliers to follow up issues urgently wit supermarket so that all suppliers are paid…
Hon. Sam Mayanja, the Minister of State for Lands, has highlighted the urgent need to register the remaining 70% of Uganda’s land, mostly customary land, which remains insecure and prone to disputes in Uganda Officiating at the International Land Conference, held at Speke Resort Munyonyo on November 21st 2024 he pointed out the limitations this poses for agricultural commercialization and investment. The minister shared insights into the government’s initiatives, including the Parish to Market initiative, designed to boost socio-economic transformation through land utilization. He also emphasized the need for Uganda to shift from subsistence land practices to a market-driven system,…
Ugandan female musician Stecia Mayanja has officially announced her bid for Kampala Woman Member of Parliament in 2026, declaring her intention to run as an independent candidate. Stecia, who recently returned from Canada, revealed that her decision to contest stems from a long-held ambition to serve Ugandans in a political capacity. She made it clear that she is not aligning with any political party and intends to battle for the seat on her own merit. “I am not a joke. I am coming as an independent. I know what I want and I am determined to serve the people of…
In ahistoric move aimed to inspire innovations among young generation, The Ministry of Science and Innovations recognized Uganda’s top leading innovators at this year’s edition of science under the theme:Made in Uganda innovation to market. The theme emphasized Uganda’s growing capacity to transform local ideas and research into commercially viable products and technologies Dr. Matthias Magoola, the Founder and Managing Director of Dei Biopharma Ltd, was honoured with the prestigious “Faces of Science” Award in recognition of his groundbreaking contributions to biotechnology and pharmaceutical innovation in Uganda. The award, presented by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI-OP), was…
Dr. Matthias Magoola, the Founder and Managing Director of Dei Biopharma Ltd, has been honoured with the prestigious “Faces of Science” Award in recognition of his groundbreaking contributions to biotechnology and pharmaceutical innovation in Uganda. The award, presented by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI-OP), was officially handed to Dr. Magoola by Deputybl Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa who represented President Yoweri Museveni during the closing ceremony of National Science Week 2025 at Kololo Independence Grounds, on Friday, June 20. It was received by Dei BioPharma Ltd, Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Hitesh Upreti, on half of Dr. Magoola…