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In abid to save our mother nature from constant pollution emission from vehicles Kampala State Minister, Kyofatogabye Kabuye, has urged car owners to install pollution reduction devices on their cars. He says the new move will help in the reduction of increased pollution contributed by the motor industry. Officiating at Supertech innovative combustion optimizer launch product designed to reduce gas emissions by up to 80%, Kabuye announced plans to introduce electric motorcycles and e-motorcycles as a key initiative to curb air pollution and reduce Kampala’s carbon footprint. The minister pledged lead in comprehensive approach to tackle environmental degradation through promotion…
The future of financial inclusion in this country and across the world will depend squarely on how the financial industry can collect data from the millions of people who need financial services efficiently and effectively. In the last year, we at PostBank have had the honor of supporting the government disburse money for the Parish Development Model (PDM), and we have disbursed about shs 600 billion via our Wendi mobile wallet platform, and we are on track to disburse one trillion shillings by the end of the financial year. That is all very well, and these monies have assisted thousands…
Brian Mulondo’s journey in the creative industry is truly a testament to perseverance, innovation, and the power of seizing opportunities. His journey dates back to his high school years where he was involved in extracurricular activities, particularly Music, Dance, and Drama (MDD). His thirst for knowledge and desire to explore international relations led him to pursue a degree in the field, setting the stage for his future endeavors. Brian was working with Watoto, then Kampala Pentecostal Church (KPC). KPC initiated a news segment where he reached out to the producer of the show and expressed his ability to execute the…
In recognition of late Aronda Nyakairima contribution tothe country, Uganda People’s Defence Forces will hold Inaugural Aronda Nyakairima memorial lecture and security exhibition this September the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has announced. According to Muhoozi Nyakarima event is slated to take place from September 10th to 12th with the first-ever Kampala Defense and Security Expo and a Memorial Lecture that will be presided over by the President of the Republic of Uganda. According information available organising committee members include Lt Gen James Mugira – National Enterprise Corporation CEO, SFC Commander Maj Gen BD Mugisha, Maj Gen James…
The Kyabazinga of Busoga, His Royal Highness William Gabula Nadiope IV, is set to commemorate his 10th anniversary as the kingdom’s monarch with a significant event planned at Bukungu landing site in Buyende district on September 13, 2024. At about 1:43pm on November 18, 2023, the world’s latest wed king recited vows with Mutesi, then the couple exchanged rings nearly 10 minutes later in a sacred symbol of eternity. William Gabula and Jovia Mutesi exchanged their wedding vows on the 18 November 2023 at Christ’s Cathedral Bugembe in Jinja at 1:43pm (EAT). Their wedding was presided over by the most…
Africa Strategy Professionals have been urged to work in partnership with governments planners to align programmes to position Africa continent for the future. Speaking at Africa regional International Association of Strategy Professionals Conference in Kampala, under the theme:Uncloking the Future through Collaborative and innovative Strategies ,National Planning Authority Executive Director Muvawala said there is urgent need for critical connectivity interventions between Strategy Professionals and Planners towards unlocking Africa’s development potential, such as the development and maintenance of transport networks (roads, railways, ports, and airports),expansion of energy infrastructure to ensure reliable power supply, Investment in digital infrastructure for improved internet and…
Uganda government is considering Ten fold economic growth where the country intends to grow her economy from $50billion to $500billion by 2040,Finance Permanent Secretary Ramathan Goobi has revealed. He says Uganda’s strong economic growth has been driven by infrastructure development, investment in human capital development, deliberate government programs for agriculture and agro-industrialization such as the Parish Development Model (PDM) and a conducive macroeconomic environment. “Ministry of Finance has outlined a strategy to grow Uganda’s economy from USD 50 billion to USD 500 billion by 2040, targeting four key sectors (ATMS): agro-industrialization, tourism, mineral development (including oil and gas), and science,…
The National Primary School Music, Dance, and Drama (MDD) Festival is currently taking place in Mbale City at Mbale Secondary School. This annual event follows a series of competitions that began at the lower primary school level, progressing through subcounty, county, district, and regional levels. In collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Sports, the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is actively involved in shaping the messages conveyed through music, drama, and poetry performances. For the third consecutive year, and with support from UNICEF-Uganda, pupils are using their talents to highlight the importance of birth registration and the acquisition…
In a corporate social responsibility drive to support those in dire need, Prophet Bisaka’s Faith of Unity group has donated items worth shs 800 million to Kiteezi Landfill affected victims. Omukama Ruhanga Owobusobozi Bisaka the leader and founder of the Faith of Unity with its headquarters in Kapyemi Kagadi District has today donated items worthy 800 m to the government of Uganda in the presence of the third deputy prime minister of Uganda Hon Rukia Isanga Nakaddama who has represented the government on this event plus the minister of Kampala metropolitan Hon Minsa Kabanda and the dean of RDCs and…
ICT experts are sdt to coverge in the Inaugural National ICT Summit 2024, which is scheduled for October 23rd – 24th 2024 at the Kampala Serena Hotel to discuss, deliberate, and advance “Economic Competitiveness through Strategic and Sustainable Digital Transformation.” ICT State Minister Baluku Kabyanga says this summit holds particular significance as it marks the 10-year anniversary of the ICT Association of Uganda (ICTAU). “For the past decade, ICTAU has served as the leading voice of Uganda’s ICT sector. As the convener of this summit, ICTAU has played an instrumental role in driving innovation, policy advocacy, and digital transformation across…