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The Uhuru Institute for Social Development has marked 10 years of existence and empowered cooperatives into professional enterprises, Chief Executive Officer Leonard Okello has said. However, Okello says they look forward to becoming a global brand in the coming years. “I am certain that TUI will become a global brand in the next ten years. We are serious about this,” Okello affirms. Officiating at the anniversary event in Kampala under the theme: Generating wealth Together Okello said the cooperative movement in Uganda is emerging from dormancy to reclaim its rightful place in the country’s socio-economic development. TUI is a…
Although the Judiciary has registered 80% achievements in implementing NRM Manifesto 2021/2026, Judiciary Permanent Secretary has requested Ministry of Finance to increase Judiciary budget to shs 800billion to enable the Judiciary to hit 100percent of service delivery level. In the financial year 2023/4 the Judiciary received only 442billion which is below their requirement of shs 800billion. Bigirimana made his humble request while presenting the Judiciary milestone achievements in realizing NRM manifesto 2021 to 2026 in Kampala. According to him the Judiciary was able to reduce levels of corruption at the judiciary, improve online court sessions and access to internet…
In a strategic move aimed to promote talent among the youth, The Coordinator Office of the National Chairman Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo has unveiled the first-ever Bazzukulu Sports Gala. The event slated for December 13th in Kampala will run all-day with over 50 teams playing in a 7-aside format at the KCCA Grounds. Addressing the media Namyalo underscored ONC’s commitment to encouraging youth participation in sports and promoting a healthy lifestyle of well-being and talent development. “We invite every team within Kampala, particularly Nakawa Division to come and register their participating teams with the office. No entry or registration fees…
Huawei Technologies in partnership with Chloride Exide have launched Smart Photovoltaic solutions for commercial and industrial consumers in the solar(clean energy space). According to Edward Ritchie the Regional Business Development Manager for Chloride Exide in greater East Africa, said s8bcs inception they have the two companies installed over 50 megawatts of inverters and trained Over 1000 people in Kenya and ganda Nick Lusson, Huawei Digital Power’s Vice President for Eastern Africa assured industry stakeholders at the launch of this partnership in Fairway hotel Kampala recently that as a manufacturer of clean and solar energy solutions they are standing on…
By Betty Namubiru Imagine stepping into a location where you can meet all the oil and gas executives and decision makers who are driving the oil and gas sector, where the industry’s best experts are sharing insights into what made them succeed and where you have sector leads ready to help guide you through how to tap into the numerous opportunities that are created by Uganda’s oil and gas sector. The fifth Annual National Content Conference & Awards that is running from the 28th to 29th November 2024 will be that location. This is the region’s most significant oil…
Uganda’s Artificial Intelligence Champion and Vice-Chancellor of Victoria University Prof. Lawrence Muganga has urged African Countries to embrace usage of Artificial Intelligence in their day to day life so as not remain behind fast changing digital era. Muganga, a restless advocate of AI in Uganda has for long been calling upon African countries to adopt this technology noting that this could help drive socio-economic development, improve governance, and create opportunities across various sectors t9 speed up the continents developments. “This is not just a moment of pride but also a call to action. Africa has the potential, and we…
As part of Kampala International University 25 years anniversary celebrations of impactful existence nears, Management has planned amega launch of state of art modern health facility and library at KIU western Campus in IShaka Bushenyi District next year. Officiating at the 30th graduation ceremony on Saturday where atotal of 2,276 graduated in different discipline, KIU Chairman Al-Hajj Hassan Basajjabalaba told thousands of delegates, students and parents that the facility will cost $60million. “As we prepare to celebrate 25 years of Kampala International University impactful existence next year we look back with gratitude and a renewed resolve to our motto…
The Vice Chancellor of Kyambogo University Prof Eli Katunguka has asked government for shs 3billion to facilitate training of students with disabilities. According to him, Kyambogo University currently hosts over 241 students per academic year however the University is constrained with inadequate funding. “We request government to increase funding for Kyambogo University to make higher education inclusive. Despite available universities in the country only Kyambogo University absorbs students with learning disabilities yet its very expensive to handle students with learning disabilities, “Prof Katunguka said. The Faculty of Special Needs and Rehabilitation at Kyambogo University drives impactful community engagement, pioneering…
The Commissioner For Information Dissemination at the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance Moses Watasa has implored the media to report accurately to gain intergrity despite rumpant misinformation era. “Integrity in journalism means seeking truth, verifying facts, and presenting balanced perspectives. It means resisting sensationalism and click bait headlines that distort reality.” Moses Watasa said. “When we prioritize ratings over accuracy, we risk fueling division, perpetuating harmful stereotypes, and undermining trust in institutions.” he added He made the remarks while speaking to the media during the launch of Africa Statistics Week in Kampala under the theme:Supporting Education by Modernizing…
Uganda has been unanimously elected to chair the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)’s Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice (SBSTA). Ambassador Adonia Ayebare will lead SBSTA for a two-year term, succeeding the Netherlands’ Harry Potter said. This appointment marks a pivotal moment for Uganda’s growing influence in global climate governance. SBSTA, one of the two permanent subsidiary bodies of the UNFCCC, plays a crucial role in advising the Conference of the Parties (COP), the Kyoto Protocol’s CMP, and the Paris Agreement’s CMA. Its mandate includes providing timely scientific and technological insights to guide international climate…