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TECNO Mobile fastest smartphone manufacturer has launched revolutionary AI-powered ecosystem that comprises of robotic dogs and AI smartphone gadgets in Uganda market with aim of transforming the tech landscape in the Africa. According to officials the launch is in line with its 16th anniversary in Africa. TECNO Consultant Bruce Dickson said Tecno AI-enhanced devices and services are designed to spur creativity, connectivity, and personalization across the continent. “TECNO’s ethos has always been to create exceptional products and services that meaningfully improve people’s lives. Our mission is to bring the future closer to Ugandans and Africans,” said Timmy Shen, TECNO Brand…
Uganda still loses shs 10trillion annually to corruption despite existence of Anti-Corruption agencies in place to contain the vice, Inspectorate or Government Betty Kamya has revealed. This was revealed in the 2023/2024 IGG report, presented to the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, by IGG Beti Kamya. According to the report, nearly 3,000 complaints were lodged with the IGG between July 2023 and June 2024, a significant portion of which highlighted bribery demands within district service commissions. Kamya emphasized that corruption remains one of the country’s most pressing challenges, despite ongoing efforts to combat it. “We conducted research on the cost…
In a strategic move aimed to boost tourism, Uganda Wildlife Authority has launched the Open Park Days initiative, set to take place on October 17th and 18th, 2024. UWA’ Director of Tourism and Business Development Mr. Stephen Masaba said the Open Park Days initiative offers all Ugandans the opportunity to visit some of the country’s most iconic national parks—Murchison Falls, Lake Mburo, Kidepo Valley, Queen Elizabeth, and Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve without having to pay entrance fees. Additionally, the initiative includes complimentary game drives, providing visitors with a unique and immersive experience of Uganda’s breath taking landscapes and diverse wildlife.…
In a strategic move aimed to address housing deficit in urban areas and home ownership instead of rent, Ministry of lands and Urban Housing in partnership with Olim Group have agreed to launch Home Owners Association of Uganda. Uganda’s housing deficit stands at 2.4 million housing units and 1.4million in rural areas. The initiative is being spearheaded by reknown media Personality Edwin Musiime, ministry of lands and real estates partners. According to Musiime the association will offer majority of civil servants and individuals opportunity to own decent houses in urban areas. Musiime said afinancing facility is being worked on and…
The Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development has launched the Ugandan National Land Information System (UgNLIS) public portal to aid in the access of information on land. The launch happened on October 2, 2024, at the Wakiso Busiro Ministry Zonal Offices (MZO), marking a pivotal advancement in the modernization of land administration in Uganda. The Portal will enable users to perform land searches online, confirm property information, and start mortgage transactions all from the comfort of their homes. At the launch event, Dorcas Okalany, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, highlighted the significance…
Uganda’s industrialist Emmanuel Katongole has been elected Rotary International Director. His election was announced during the ongoing Rotary Conference in Mauritius, The elevation is a recognition of his commitment to community development and global progress, which aligns with Rotary International’s mission to promote peace, combat diseases, and uplift local economies. “His election as Rotary International Director underscores his unwavering commitment to service, both in Uganda and globally,” Rotarian Mike Sebalu remarked. He takes over at the time when Rotary International is intensifying efforts to promote humanitarian service, economic growth, and global peace, ” Katongole’s leadership will inspire Rotarians worldwide, as…
President Yoweri Museveni has urged communities surrounding Kapeeka Industrial Park to take full advantage of the opportunities it offers in order to market their products and boost their household incomes. Officiating the two-day trade fair at Namunkekera Agro Processing Limited in Kapeeka, Nakaseke District, the President thanked his brother Gen. Salim Saleh for his visionary foresight in securing land for investment which has led to the establishment of the industrial park. “I thank Gen. Salim Saleh for his visionary foresight in securing land for investment, which led to the establishment of the industrial park,” Museveni said. “My appeal to our…
Contraversial lawyer Isaac Ssemakadde aka “Legal Rebel”has been elected as the new President of the Uganda Law Society. The legal community have expressed hope that his leadership will usher in much-needed reforms, particularly in strengthening the rule of law in Uganda. Ssemakadde, a self-proclaimed “Legal Rebel,” has been a vocal advocate for decolonizing Uganda’s legal system. His campaign promises centered around shaking up the status quo and introducing much-needed reforms to the ULS. With his unapologetic style and refusal to conform to entrenched legal norms, Ssemakadde is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the organization. “Throughout his career, Ssemakadde…
Real Estate players have tasked Uganda government to improve infrastructures along urban areas to spur growth of real estates industry. Speaking at this years Homes and Gardens exhibition at Sheraton Hotel, Chairman of Olim Group and organiser of Homes and Gardens exhibition Edwin Musiime said although Uganda’s real estates industry is on trajectory most infrastructures leading go housing projects are in sorry state. He also decried Uganda’s housing deficit despite high demand for housing population. According to Musiime the housing deficit stands at 2.4 million housing units, of which nearly 1.4 million are in rural areas.…
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), is set to release final Uganda Population and Housing Census results for 2024 this October this website has learnt. UBOS released preliminary population results indicating Uganda’s population of 45.9million in June following asuccessful 2024 census enumeration exercise in May. The census results will be released ahead of Africa Statistics Day celebrations slated for this November. The National Chief Statistician Dr Chris Mukiza says celebrating Africa Statistics day provides the platform to underscore the significant contribution of official statistics in the entire planning and development processes.” “Africa Statistics Day celebrations offers stakeholders the opportunity to appreciate…